Ellen Raskin Reading Order
2 series · 15 books · Born 1928
Ellen Raskin was an acclaimed American author and illustrator of children's mysteries whose intricate plots and clever wordplay captivated young readers throughout her career. Her masterpiece, The Westing Game, earned the prestigious Newbery Medal in 1979 and remains a beloved puzzle-mystery that challenges readers to solve an elaborate inheritance scheme. Raskin's distinctive approach to children's literature emphasized intelligence and wit, as demonstrated by her Newbery Honor-winning novel Figgs & Phantoms and her collection of imaginative standalone works that blend mystery, humor, and visual storytelling.
Picture Series
Complete10 books (1966–1976)
Start with Nothing Ever Happens On My Block, the first of 10 books in the Picture series.
Start this series with Nothing Ever Happens On My Block
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete5 books (1971–2011)
Start with The Mysterious Disappearance of Leon, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Mysterious Disappearance of Leon
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Ellen Raskin written?
- Ellen Raskin has written 15 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1966 to 2011.
- What is the first book in each Ellen Raskin series?
- Here are the first books in Ellen Raskin's series: Picture: Nothing Ever Happens On My Block.
- What order should I read Ellen Raskin's books?
- We recommend reading Ellen Raskin's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Ellen Raskin's series complete?
- Ellen Raskin has 2 completed series.