Lewis Grizzard Books in Order
Lewis Grizzard is a celebrated American writer and humorist. He rose to prominence as a sports editor at the Atlanta Journal at the tender age of 23, before transitioning to a successful career as a humorous columnist for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. As a sought-after stand-up comedian and lecturer, Grizzard captivated audiences with his wit and sharp commentary. Throughout his illustrious career, Grizzard penned 25 books, including collections of his columns, stand-up comedy routines, and autobiographical works. His writing masterfully navigated the complexities of American life, tackling topics such as relationships, politics, and heart health. Critics hailed him as "this generation's Mark Twain," "one of the foremost humorists in the country," and "a Faulkner for plain folks." As a masterful storyteller, stand-up comedian, syndicated columnist, and bestselling author, Lewis Grizzard left an indelible mark on the literary world, making him a beloved figure in American humor and literature.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Lewis Grizzard
- #1AmazonKathy Sue Loudermilk, I Love You(1979)
- #2AmazonWon't You Come Home, Billy Bob Bailey?(1980)
- #3AmazonDon't Sit Under the Grits Tree With Anyone Else But Me(1981)
- #4AmazonThey Tore Out My Heart and Stomped That Sucker Flat(1982)
- #5AmazonIf Love Were Oil, I'd Be about a Quart Low(1983)
- #6AmazonElvis is Dead And I Don't Feel So Good Myself(1984)
- #7AmazonMy Daddy Was a Pistol and I'm a Son of A Gun(1986)
- #8AmazonShoot Low, Boys--They're Ridin' Shetland Ponies: In Search of True Grit(1987)
- #9AmazonWhen My Love Returns from the Ladies Room, Will I Be Too Old To Care?(1987)
- #10AmazonDon't Bend Over in the Garden, Granny, You Know Them Taters Got Eyes(1988)
- #11AmazonLewis Grizzard on Fear of Flying (With: Mike Lester)(1989)
- #12AmazonChili Dawgs Always Bark at Night(1989)
- #13AmazonLewis Grizzard\'s Advice to the Newly Wed (With: Mike Lester)(1989)
- #14AmazonIf I Ever Get Back to Georgia, I'm Gonna Nail My Feet to the Ground(1990)
- #15AmazonGettin' It on: A Down Home Treasury by Lewis Grizzard(1990)
- #16AmazonDoes a Wild Bear Chip in the Woods? (With: David Boyd)(1990)
- #17AmazonYou Can't Put No Boogie-Woogie on the King of Rock and Roll(1991)
- #18AmazonDon't Forget to Call Your Mama...I Wish I Could Call Mine(1991)
- #19AmazonI Haven't Understood Anything Since 1962(1992)
- #20AmazonI Took a Lickin' and Kept on Tickin'(1993)
- #21AmazonIt Wasn't Always Easy, but I Sure Had Fun(1994)
- #22AmazonThe Grizzard Sampler of the Early Writings of Lewis Grizzard(1994)
- #23AmazonGrizzardisms(1995)
- #24AmazonThe Last Bus to Albuquerque (With: Gerrie Ferris)(2001)
- #25AmazonSouthern by the Grace of God (With: Gerrie Ferris)(2001)
- #26AmazonThe Wit and Wisdom of Lewis Grizzard: Life Is Like a Dogsled Team...(2001)
About Lewis Grizzard
Lewis Grizzard is a celebrated American writer and humorist. He rose to prominence as a sports editor at the Atlanta Journal at the tender age of 23, before transitioning to a successful career as a humorous columnist for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. As a sought-after stand-up comedian and lecturer, Grizzard captivated audiences with his wit and sharp commentary. Throughout his illustrious career, Grizzard penned 25 books, including collections of his columns, stand-up comedy routines, and autobiographical works. His writing masterfully navigated the complexities of American life, tackling topics such as relationships, politics, and heart health. Critics hailed him as "this generation's Mark Twain," "one of the foremost humorists in the country," and "a Faulkner for plain folks." As a masterful storyteller, stand-up comedian, syndicated columnist, and bestselling author, Lewis Grizzard left an indelible mark on the literary world, making him a beloved figure in American humor and literature.
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