Tom Hanks has published 1 novel, 1 short story collection and 5 other books, beginning with Uncommon Type (2017). The latest is The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece (2023).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Tom Hanks
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Uncommon Type
Tom Hanks's most-read book.
Newest
The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece
Published 2023.
Standalone novels in order
The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece (2023)
Short story collections in order
Uncommon Type (2017)
Other books in order
Better Life (2015)
Mental Health (2015)
What Is Advertising (2015)
What Is Affirmation (2015)
What Is Banners? (2015)
About Tom Hanks
Thomas Jeffrey Hanks is an American actor and filmmaker. Known for both his comedic and dramatic roles, he is one of the most popular and recognizable film stars worldwide, and is regarded as an American cultural icon. In 2020, Hanks was ranked as the fourth-highest-grossing American film actor of all time. His numerous awards include two Academy Awards, seven Emmy Awards, and four Golden Globe Awards; he has also been nominated for five BAFTA Awards and a Tony Award. He received the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2002, the Kennedy Center Honor in 2014, the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016, and the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2020.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Tom Hanks FAQ
- How many books has Tom Hanks written?
- Tom Hanks has published 1 novel, 1 short story collection and 5 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Tom Hanks's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Uncommon Type.
- What is Tom Hanks's latest book?
- The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece (2023).
- What is Tom Hanks's most famous book?
- Uncommon Type (2017) is Tom Hanks'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.