Books in Order: A Comprehensive Guide to Ben Elton's Works

Books in Order: Delving into the Bibliography of Ben Elton

Who is Ben Elton?

Accomplished author, Ben Elton, has carved a niche for himself in the realms of humour, dystopian fiction, and historical fiction novels. Having written his first play at a tender age of 15, his creative journey began with joining an amateur theatre company while studying at Godalming Grammar School. Aimed at being a stagehand at the local theatre, destiny steered him towards studying theatre and drama at Manchester University, thus launching him into the world of storytelling.

Ben’s versatile work ranges from acclaimed sitcoms such as ‘The Young Ones’, ‘Blackadder’, and ‘The Thin Blue Line’ to success in West End musicals like ‘We Will Rock You’. He shares his life in Fremantle, Australia (near Perth) with his wife Sophie and their three children.

Ben Elton’s Unique Writing Style

Ben’s writing style is distinct and his ability to intertwine humour with profound themes is noteworthy. Whether exploring historically significant events or painting dystopian futures, his prose never lacks wit. Elton’s ability to effortlessly inject humour into intricate plots sets him apart in the literary world.

A Journey Through Ben Elton’s Books in Order

Ben Elton embarked on his publishing journey in 1984 with the non-fiction book ‘Bachelor Boys‘. Leaping into the realm of novels in 1989, he released ‘Stark‘. The following list provides a look at Ben Elton’s books in order of their original release dates:

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

Stark (1989) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Gridlock (1991) 📚 Buy on Amazon
This Other Eden (1993) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Popcorn (1996) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Blast from the Past (1998) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Inconceivable (1999) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Dead Famous (2001) 📚 Buy on Amazon
High Society (2002) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Past Mortem (2004) 📚 Buy on Amazon
The First Casualty (2005) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Chart Throb (2006) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Blind Faith (2007) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Meltdown (2009) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Two Brothers (2012) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Time and Time Again (2014) 📚 Buy on Amazon
Identity Crisis (2015) 📚 Buy on Amazon