William Goldman Books in Order

William Goldman is a celebrated American author and screenwriter, renowned for his eclectic and accomplished career spanning multiple mediums. Born into a Jewish family in Highland Park, Illinois, Goldman graduated from Oberlin College in 1952 and Columbia University in 1956. His brother, the late James Goldman, was a prominent author and playwright. Goldman's writing trajectory began with novels and plays, with several of his novels serving as the foundation for his screenplays. In the 1980s, he penned a series of memoirs, offering candid insights into his experiences on Broadway and in Hollywood. Notably, he adapted his novel "The Princess Bride" for the screen, marking a successful return to screenwriting. Throughout his illustrious career, Goldman garnered numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards for "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "All the President's Men," as well as two Edgar Awards for "Harper" and "Magic."