
S.E. Hinton Reading Order
5 series ยท 10 books ยท Born 22 July 1950
S.E. Hinton is a renowned author known for her impactful contributions to the young adult genre, particularly with her seminal work, *The Outsiders*. Over her career, spanning from 1967 to 2007, she penned ten books across five different series, showcasing her versatility with standalone novels, children's literature, picture books, short story collections, and plays. Hinton's pioneering voice and engaging storytelling have made her a significant figure in literature for young readers.
Children's Series
Complete1 book (1995โ1995)
| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Puppy Sister 1995Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Picture Series
Complete1 book (1995โ1995)
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Big David, Little David 1995Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Plays Series
Complete1 book (1990โ1990)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Outsiders 1990Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2007โ2007)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Some of Tim's Stories 2007Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete6 books (1967โ2004)
Start with The Outsiders, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Outsiders 1967Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | That Was Then, This Is Now 1971Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | Rumble Fish 1975Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | Tex 1979Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 5 | Taming the Star Runner 1988Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 6 | Hawkes Harbor 2004Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has S.E. Hinton written?
- S.E. Hinton has written 10 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1967 to 2007.
- What order should I read S.E. Hinton's books?
- We recommend reading S.E. Hinton's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are S.E. Hinton's series complete?
- S.E. Hinton has 5 completed series.

