Non-Fiction Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Non-Fiction books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Plotting and Writing Suspense Fiction
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Patricia Highsmith's Diaries and Notebooks: The New York Years, 1941-1950
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Patricia Highsmith: Her Diaries and Notebooks: 1941-1995 (With: Anna von Planta)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Non-Fiction series is publication order: 1. Plotting and Writing Suspense Fiction (1966), 2. Patricia Highsmith's Diaries and Notebooks: The New York Years, 1941-1950 (2021), 3. Patricia Highsmith: Her Diaries and Notebooks: 1941-1995 (With: Anna von Planta) (2021). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Non-Fiction series by Patricia Highsmith contains 3 books. The series began in 1966 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Non-Fiction series is written by Patricia Highsmith. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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