Allen Zadoff Reading Order
4 series · 10 books
Allen Zadoff writes young adult fiction that ranges from action-packed spy thrillers to contemporary coming-of-age stories grounded in humor and heart. His Unknown Assassin series and the interconnected Boy Nobody and Wild & Chance books showcase his talent for blending adventure with authentic teen voices, earning recognition including the 2010 Sid Fleischman Humor Award. Since 2007, Zadoff has published across multiple genres within YA, establishing himself as a versatile storyteller who appeals to readers seeking both escapism and relatability.
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Boy Nobody / Unknown Assassin Series
Complete3 books (2013–2015)
Allen Zadoff's Boy Nobody trilogy spans three books published between 2013 and 2015, following a complete story arc that should be read in publication order. The series begins with I Am the Weapon, followed by I Am the Mission and concluding with I Am the Traitor. This young adult spy thriller series is now finished, with all entries available to readers seeking a self-contained narrative experience.
Start with Boy Nobody / I Am the Weapon and read in order.
Start this series with Boy Nobody / I Am the Weapon
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Boy Nobody / I Am the Weapon |
| 2 |  I Am the Mission |
| 3 |  I Am the Traitor |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2007–2007)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Hungry: Lessons Learned on the Journey from Fat to Thin |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing4 books (2009–2024)
Allen Zadoff's collection of four young adult novels spans from 2009 to 2024 and remains ongoing. Each book stands independently, making them suitable for readers who prefer standalone stories, though they were published across a fifteen-year period. Reading them in publication order—beginning with Food, Girls, and Other Things I Can't Have and continuing through My Life, the Theater, and Other Tragedies, Since You Left Me, and The Donut Prince of New York—allows readers to follow Zadoff's evolving storytelling style. This series blends coming-of-age narratives with theatrical and emotional depth across its four entries.
Start with Food, Girls, and Other Things I Can't Have, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Food, Girls, and Other Things I Can't Have
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Food, Girls, and Other Things I Can't Have |
| 2 |  My Life, the Theater, and Other Tragedies |
| 3 | Since You Left Me |
| 4 | The Donut Prince of New York |
Wild & Chance Series
Likely Complete2 books (2020–2021)
The Wild & Chance series by Allen Zadoff consists of two young adult books published between 2020 and 2021. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Wild & Chance followed by The Puppy War. Though not officially confirmed as complete, the series appears to have concluded after these two installments.
Start with Wild & Chance and read in order.
Start this series with Wild & Chance
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Wild & Chance |
| 2 | The Puppy War |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Allen Zadoff written?
- Allen Zadoff has written 10 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Allen Zadoff series?
- Here are the first books in Allen Zadoff's series: Boy Nobody / Unknown Assassin: Boy Nobody / I Am the Weapon; Wild & Chance: Wild & Chance.
- What order should I read Allen Zadoff's books?
- We recommend reading Allen Zadoff's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Allen Zadoff still writing new books?
- Yes, Allen Zadoff has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.