Books by Ellen Hopkins

5 books · Ages 7–18

Known for the U.S. Air Force and Crank series, Ellen Hopkins writes middle grade and young adult for ages 7–18, alongside 1 standalone book, exploring themes of shame & guilt, love & family, family illness.

Series

The Thunderbirds: The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron
U.S. Air Force
1 book · Ages 7–10
Crank
Glass
Crank
2 books · Ages 10–18
Perfect
Impulse
1 book · Ages 14–18

Standalone Books

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Identical
Ellen Hopkins
For the teen navigating deep family trauma, this verse novel explores the heavy reality of hidden abuse and the desperat
Ages 14–18

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
1 books
The Thunderbirds: The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron
Ages 8–11
2 books
The Thunderbirds: The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron
Glass
Ages 12–18
4 books
Identical
Glass
Perfect

Common Themes

Shame & GuiltLove & FamilyFamily IllnessGrowing UpSelf-Confidence & IdentityLoneliness & BelongingFamily & SiblingsBeing Different

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