How many books has Stephen Chbosky written?

Stephen Chbosky has published 2 novels and 1 short story collection that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Stephen Chbosky's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Perks Of.

What is Stephen Chbosky's most famous book?

The Perks Of (1999) is Stephen Chbosky's most widely read book.

Which Stephen Chbosky books have been adapted?

1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including The Perks Of (as The Perks of Being a Wallflower, film, 2012).

Stephen Chbosky books in order

American writer and film director

Born: 1970
Country: United States
Books: 3

Literary fiction

Stephen Chbosky has published 2 novels and 1 short story collection, beginning with The Perks Of (1999). The latest is Imaginary Friend (2019).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Stephen Chbosky

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The Perks Of
Stephen Chbosky's most-read book, rated by 110 Open Library readers.
Newest
Imaginary Friend
Published October 2019.

Standalone novels in order

The Perks Of (Feb 1999)
231 pages★ 4.3 (110 ratings)Adapted for film
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Imaginary Friend (Oct 2019)
720 pages
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Short story collections in order

Pieces (2000)
159 pages
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Film and TV adaptations

The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)Film · from The Perks Of

About Stephen Chbosky

Stephen Chbosky is an American film director, screenwriter, and author. He is best known for writing the bestselling coming-of-age novel The Perks of Being a Wallflower (1999), and writing and directing its 2012 film adaptation. He also directed the drama Wonder (2017) and the 2021 film adaptation of Dear Evan Hansen. His first psychological horror novel, Imaginary Friend, was published in October 2019.

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Stephen Chbosky FAQ

How many books has Stephen Chbosky written?: Stephen Chbosky has published 2 novels and 1 short story collection that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Stephen Chbosky's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Perks Of.
What is Stephen Chbosky's latest book?: Imaginary Friend (2019).
What is Stephen Chbosky's most famous book?: The Perks Of (1999) is Stephen Chbosky's most widely read book.
Which Stephen Chbosky books have been adapted?: 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including The Perks Of (as The Perks of Being a Wallflower, film, 2012).