Harper Lee books in order

All 3 books by Harper Lee in order of publication (1960 to 2025), with a one-line summary of each and where to start.

3 books1960 to 2025

Where to start

To Kill a Mockingbird (1960)

A small-town lawyer, a wrongful conviction, and the neighbor nobody ever sees.

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In order of publication

All Harper Lee books

  1. To Kill a Mockingbird

    1960Start here

    A small-town lawyer, a wrongful conviction, and the neighbor nobody ever sees.

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  2. Go Set a Watchman

    2015

    Go Set a Watchman is a novel by Harper Lee that was published in 2015 by HarperCollins and Heinemann.

  3. The Land of Sweet Forever

    2025

    The Land of Sweet Forever is a collection of short stories by American author Harper Lee, published posthumously on October 21, 2025, by HarperCollins.

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Harper Lee written?

This list covers 3 books by Harper Lee, published from 1960 to 2025.

What are Harper Lee's books in order?

Harper Lee's books in publication order: 1. To Kill a Mockingbird (1960), 2. Go Set a Watchman (2015), 3. The Land of Sweet Forever (2025).

What was Harper Lee's first book?

To Kill a Mockingbird, published in 1960.

Which Harper Lee book should I read first?

A good place to start is To Kill a Mockingbird (1960).

What is Harper Lee's latest book?

The most recent book on this list is The Land of Sweet Forever (2025).

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