Order of E. Lynn Harris Books

E. Lynn Harris (1955-2009) was an American writer renowned for his novels that explore the lives of gay black men grappling with their sexual identities while often remaining in the closet. His work features emotive dialogue and incorporates vernacular and slang influenced by pop culture. Before embarking on his writing career, Harris experienced a challenging period in his life, including a suicide attempt, a theme that resonates throughout his novels. He published his first book, Invisible Life, in 1991 after struggling to secure a suitable publishing deal, ultimately self-publishing and selling copies from his car trunk. He later achieved significant success, becoming a New York Times Bestseller ten times. Below is a list of E. Lynn Harris’ books in the order of their original release: