Willie Nelson books in order
American country musician
- Born
- 1933
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 6
Willie Nelson has published 4 novels and 2 non-fiction books, beginning with Willie (1988). The best-known is The Facts of Life: And Other Dirty Jokes (2003). The latest is Pretty Paper (2016).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Willie Nelson
Start here
The Facts of Life: And Other Dirty Jokes
Willie Nelson's most-read book.
Newest
Pretty Paper
Published October 2016.
Standalone novels in order
Willie Nelson (1995)
The Tao of Willie (2006)
It's a Long Story (2015)
Pretty Paper (Oct 2016)
Non-fiction in order
Willie (1988)
The Facts of Life: And Other Dirty Jokes (Apr 2003)
About Willie Nelson
Willie Hugh Nelson is an American singer, guitarist, songwriter, actor, and activist. He was one of the main figures of the outlaw country subgenre that developed in the late 1960s as a reaction to the conservative restrictions of the Nashville sound. The critical success of his album Shotgun Willie (1973), combined with the critical and commercial success of Red Headed Stranger (1975) and Stardust (1978), made Nelson one of the most recognized artists in country music. Nelson has acted in over 30 films, co-authored several books, and has been involved in activism for the use of biofuels and the legalization of marijuana.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Willie Nelson FAQ
- How many books has Willie Nelson written?
- Willie Nelson has published 4 novels and 2 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Willie Nelson's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Facts of Life: And Other Dirty Jokes.
- What is Willie Nelson's latest book?
- Pretty Paper (2016).
- What is Willie Nelson's most famous book?
- The Facts of Life: And Other Dirty Jokes (2003) is Willie Nelson's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.