Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
The Convict and the Other Stories |
1985 |
James Lee Burke |
Buy |
| 2 |
Jesus Out to Sea |
2007 |
James Lee Burke |
Buy |
| 3 |
Harbor Lights |
2024 |
James Lee Burke |
Buy |
James Lee Burke’s three short story collections span nearly four decades. The Convict and the Other Stories (1985) gathers his early short fiction, showcasing the Southern settings and moral complexity that would define his novels. Jesus Out to Sea (2007) includes stories set during Hurricane Katrina and other contemporary crises. Harbor Lights (2024) is his most recent collection, drawing on a lifetime of writing about the American South.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the James Lee Burke Short Story Collections series?
There are three books in the James Lee Burke Short Story Collections series, published between 1985 and 2024.
What is the first book in the James Lee Burke Short Story Collections series?
The first book in the James Lee Burke Short Story Collections series is The Convict and the Other Stories, published in 1985.
Which James Lee Burke story collection should I read first?
The Convict and the Other Stories (1985) showcases Burke’s early range, while Jesus Out to Sea (2007) collects mature work including stories set during Hurricane Katrina. Harbor Lights (2024) is his most recent collection.