How many books has Richard Yates written?

Richard Yates published 9 novels, 3 short story collections and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Richard Yates's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Revolutionary Road.

What is Richard Yates's most famous book?

Revolutionary Road (1961) is Richard Yates's most widely read book.

Which Richard Yates books have been adapted?

1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including Revolutionary Road (film, 2008).

Richard Yates books in order

American novelist, short story writer

Lived: 1926–1992
Country: United States
Books: 13

Literary fiction

Richard Yates published 9 novels, 3 short story collections and 1 other book, beginning with Revolutionary Road (1961).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Richard Yates

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Revolutionary Road
Richard Yates's most-read book.

Standalone novels in order

Revolutionary Road (Dec 1961)
337 pagesAdapted for film
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The Easter Parade (1976)
229 pages
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A Good School (1978)
178 pages
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Liars in Love Dlt (1982)
272 pages
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Disturbing the Peace (1984)
288 pages
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Young Hearts Crying (1984)
347 pages
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Cold Spring Harbor (1986)
187 pages
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Introduction to Law in Canada (2000)
367 pages
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A Special Providence (2002)
352 pages
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Short story collections in order

Eleven Kinds of Loneliness (1962)
230 pages
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Liars in Love (1981)
272 pages
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The Collected Stories of Richard Yates (2001)
472 pages
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Other books in order

Mel Bay's Chopin for Acoustic Guitar (1999)
88 pages
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Film and TV adaptations

Revolutionary Road (2008)Film · from Revolutionary Road

About Richard Yates

Richard Walden Yates was an American fiction writer identified with the mid-century "Age of Anxiety." His first novel, Revolutionary Road, was a finalist for the 1962 National Book Award, while his first short story collection, Eleven Kinds of Loneliness, brought comparisons to James Joyce. Critical acclaim for his writing, however, was not reflected in commercial success during his lifetime.

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Richard Yates FAQ

How many books has Richard Yates written?: Richard Yates published 9 novels, 3 short story collections and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Richard Yates's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Revolutionary Road.
What is Richard Yates's last book?: Cold Spring Harbor (1986).
What is Richard Yates's most famous book?: Revolutionary Road (1961) is Richard Yates's most widely read book.
Which Richard Yates books have been adapted?: 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including Revolutionary Road (film, 2008).