Novels:
* The Tie That Binds: (1984) - His debut novel, a coming-of-age story set in a small Nebraska town.
* Where You Belong: (1989) - Explores the lives of two lonely men in a rural community.
* Plainsong: (1999) - A critically acclaimed novel about a community grappling with the loss of a young mother and the challenges of raising her orphaned children.
* The Sight of the Stars: (2002) - A heartbreaking tale of a family facing tragedy and loss.
* Eventide: (2004) - Explores the lives of three elderly men in a small town and their struggles with loneliness and mortality.
* Our Souls at Night: (2015) - A moving story about two widowed neighbors who find solace and connection in each other's company.
* Benediction: (2019) - A posthumously published novel focusing on a family facing difficult decisions and the complexities of family life.
Short Story Collections:
* The Empty Corner: (2001) - A collection of short stories that reflect the themes of solitude, community, and the passage of time.
* Waiting: (2010) - A collection of short stories exploring the lives of ordinary people in rural America.
Haruf's work is often characterized by its minimalist prose, its focus on ordinary people and their struggles, and its exploration of themes of loss, loneliness, and the search for meaning in life. His stories are known for their quiet power and their ability to evoke a deep sense of empathy and understanding.