Rafik Schami books in order
Syrian-German writer and chemist
- Born
- 1946
- Country
- First Syrian Republic
- Books
- 7
Rafik Schami has published 6 novels and 1 non-fiction book, beginning with A Hand Full of Stars (1987). The latest is Sophia (2015).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Rafik Schami
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A Hand Full of Stars
Rafik Schami's most-read book.
Newest
Sophia
Published 2015.
Standalone novels in order
A Hand Full of Stars (1987)
Damascus Nights (1989)
The Crow Who Stood on His Beak (1995)
The Dark Side of Love (2004)
The Calligrapher’s Secret (2008)
Sophia (2015)
Non-fiction in order
Damascus (2002)
About Rafik Schami
Rafik Schami is a Syrian-German author, storyteller and critic.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Rafik Schami FAQ
- How many books has Rafik Schami written?
- Rafik Schami has published 6 novels and 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Rafik Schami's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with A Hand Full of Stars.
- What is Rafik Schami's latest book?
- Sophia (2015).
- What is Rafik Schami's most famous book?
- A Hand Full of Stars (1987) is Rafik Schami's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.