Novels:
* The House on Mango Street (1984): Cisneros's most celebrated work, this coming-of-age novel tells the story of Esperanza Cordero, a young Chicana growing up in Chicago's Latino neighborhood. It's a poignant exploration of identity, poverty, and the search for self-discovery.
* Caramelo (2002): A multigenerational saga tracing the lives of a Mexican-American family across three continents. It's a rich tapestry of history, love, and cultural complexities.
* A House of My Own (2016): A collection of essays, personal narratives, and reflections on writing, art, and the search for a sense of belonging.
Short Story Collections:
* Woman Hollering Creek and Other Stories (1991): This collection showcases Cisneros's mastery of lyrical prose and her ability to capture the voices of women in diverse situations. It features the powerful short story "Woman Hollering Creek."
* My Wicked Wicked Ways (2004): A collection of short stories exploring themes of love, loss, and the complexities of family relationships.
* Have You Seen My Sister?: A Novel in Stories (2019): This unique collection, featuring the stories of two sisters, weaves a narrative of love, loss, and reconciliation.
Poetry Collections:
* Loose Woman (1994): A collection of poems exploring themes of love, sexuality, and the search for identity.
* Cantankerous (2017): A collection of poems and essays, exploring a range of topics from art to activism.
Other Works:
* A Crazy Heart (2005): A collection of personal essays and reflections on love, loss, and the power of storytelling.
* The Other Side of Paradise (2022): A novel that explores the intertwined destinies of a group of people who migrate to the United States from Mexico and the profound impact their journey has on their lives.
This list represents only a selection of Cisneros's extensive body of work. Her novels, short stories, and poetry continue to resonate with readers of all backgrounds and have earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards, including the American Book Award and the PEN/Faulkner Award.