Robert James Waller books in order

American writer

Lived
1939–2017
Country
United States
Books
9

Robert James Waller published 7 novels and 2 short story collections, beginning with The Bridges of Madison County (1992).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Robert James Waller

Standalone novels in order

  1. The Bridges of Madison County (1992)

    184 pages★ 2.9 (10 ratings)Adapted for film

  2. Border Music (1993)

    280 pages

  3. Slow Waltz in Cedar Bend (1993)

    208 pages

  4. Puerto Vallarta Squeeze (2001)

  5. A Thousand Country Roads (Apr 2002)

    200 pages

  6. High Plains Tango (2005)

    304 pages

  7. The Long Night of Winchell Dear (2006)

    160 pages

Short story collections in order

  1. One Good Road Is Enough (1990)

    210 pages

  2. Old Songs in a New Cafe (1994)

    192 pages

Film and TV adaptations

About Robert James Waller

Robert James Waller was an American author best known for The Bridges of Madison County. He was also a professor, photographer, and musician.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Robert James Waller FAQ

How many books has Robert James Waller written?
Robert James Waller published 7 novels and 2 short story collections that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Robert James Waller's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Bridges of Madison County.
What is Robert James Waller's last book?
The Long Night of Winchell Dear (2006).
What is Robert James Waller's most famous book?
The Bridges of Madison County (1992) is Robert James Waller's most widely read book.
Which Robert James Waller books have been adapted?
1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including The Bridges of Madison County (film, 1995).

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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.