* The Hustler (1959): This novel, about a young pool player aiming for the top, was a bestseller and later adapted into a popular film starring Paul Newman.
* The Man Who Fell to Earth (1963): This science fiction novel, about an alien stranded on Earth, became a cult classic and was later adapted into a film starring David Bowie.
* The Color of Money (1984): This novel, a sequel to *The Hustler*, focuses on a now-older hustler and his protege, and was also adapted into a film starring Paul Newman and Tom Cruise.
He also wrote a number of other novels, including:
* The Queen's Gambit (1983): This novel, about a young woman chess prodigy battling addiction, became a popular miniseries on Netflix in 2020.
* Mockingbird (1980): This thriller follows a man who witnesses a crime and is hunted down by the criminals.
* The Warriors (1972): This science fiction novel about a group of astronauts exploring a mysterious planet was not widely published until after his death.
Tevis's novels are known for their complex characters, sharp dialogue, and exploration of themes of addiction, ambition, and the human condition.