Rebecca Makkai Books in Order
Rebecca Makkai is a celebrated author known for her captivating works of fiction. Her critically acclaimed novels include THE HUNDRED-YEAR HOUSE and THE BORROWER, and her short story collection, MUSIC FOR WARTIME, showcases her versatility and skill. Her short stories have been featured in THE BEST AMERICAN SHORT STORIES, a prestigious publication, four consecutive times (2008-2011), a testament to her exceptional talent. With a unique voice and a keen eye for detail, Makkai crafts stories that are both poignant and thought-provoking. She currently resides in Chicago and Vermont, where she draws inspiration from the world around her.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Rebecca Makkai
- #1AmazonThe Borrower(2011)
- #2AmazonThe Hundred-Year House(2014)
- #3AmazonThe Great Believers(2018)
- #4AmazonI Have Some Questions For You(2023)
- #5AmazonMusic for Wartime(2015)
- #6AmazonReal Unreal(2010)
- #7AmazonAstoria to Zion(2013)
- #8AmazonNew Stories from the Midwest: 2012(2013)
- #9AmazonBetween the Covers(2018)
- #10AmazonGrowing Up Chicago(2022)
About Rebecca Makkai
Rebecca Makkai is a celebrated author known for her captivating works of fiction. Her critically acclaimed novels include THE HUNDRED-YEAR HOUSE and THE BORROWER, and her short story collection, MUSIC FOR WARTIME, showcases her versatility and skill. Her short stories have been featured in THE BEST AMERICAN SHORT STORIES, a prestigious publication, four consecutive times (2008-2011), a testament to her exceptional talent. With a unique voice and a keen eye for detail, Makkai crafts stories that are both poignant and thought-provoking. She currently resides in Chicago and Vermont, where she draws inspiration from the world around her.
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