Sjón has published 3 novels and 2 novellas, beginning with Moonstone (2016). The latest is Red Milk (2021).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Sjón
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Moonstone
Sjón's most-read book.
Newest
Red Milk
Published 2021.
Standalone novels in order
From the Mouth of the Whale (2008)
Moonstone (2016)
Red Milk (2021)
Novellas in order
The Blue Fox (2003)
The Whispering Muse (2012)
About Sjón
Sigurjón Birgir Sigurðsson, known as Sjón, is an Icelandic poet, novelist, lyricist, and screenwriter. Sjón frequently collaborates with the singer Björk and has performed with the Sugarcubes as Johnny Triumph. His works have been translated into 30 languages.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Sjón FAQ
- How many books has Sjón written?
- Sjón has published 3 novels and 2 novellas that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Sjón's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Moonstone.
- What is Sjón's latest book?
- Red Milk (2021).
- What is Sjón's most famous book?
- Moonstone (2016) is Sjón'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.