Wondering why young readers can't get enough of John Green's storytelling? Discover the best books by John Green here.

Best books by John Green

If you're on the hunt for exciting new young adult audiobooks, you should give John Green's books a try. John Green is author of many The New York Times bestsellers, whose books are admired for their emotional depth, authentic characters, and thought-provoking themes.

Here, we'll take a closer look at the best John Green books and what makes them so appealing. These novels have already won the hearts of many readers and listeners, so chances are you'll quickly find your next favorite book on this list.

Who is John Green?

John Green is a New York Times bestselling author, YouTube creator, podcaster, and philanthropist. His books have sold over 50 million copies and been translated in over 55 languages.

John Green has written nine books, seven on his own. For Let It Snow: Three Holiday Romances, a fix-up novel, he teamed up with Maureen Johnson and Lauren Myracle, while Will Grayson, Will Grayson is a collaborative effort with David Levithan.

A few of his novels have been adapted for film and TV. The Fault in Our Stars and Paper Town became highly successful feature films. Looking for Alaska and Let It Snow debuted as limited TV series on streaming platforms.

Here are some other interesting facts about the author:

• In 2006, John Green won the Michael L. Printz Award for Looking for Alaska, his first novel.
• In 2007, he launched a YouTube channel, Vlogbrothers, with his brother Hank. The channel has now amassed almost a billion video views.
• In 2011, he launched an educational YouTube channel called Crash Course that offers classes in world history, physics, biology, and other subjects.
• In 2014, he was named one of TIME magazine's 100 most influential people in the world.

The best John Green books

Thanks to his engaging storytelling and impactful messages, John Green has become a beloved figure in the literary world. Check out his best books to understand what makes them so intriguing.

Looking for Alaska

Miles "Pudge" Halter is obsessed with famous people's last words and craves "the Great Perhaps" Francois Rabelais promised to seek before passing away. There's just one issue—his life is more a "Great Nothing."

However, things take a one-eighty turn once he attends Culver Creek Boarding School. He meets the beautiful and quirky Alaska Young, who pulls him into her world, the complete opposite of safe and boring.

The Fault in Our Stars

Hazel Lancaster and Augustus Waters are teenagers. They are both intelligent, witty, and passionate—and they both have terminal cancer. Hazel has mostly accepted her diagnosis and leads a peaceful life before Augustus turns her world upside down.

An Abundance of Katherines

When it comes to girls, Colin Singleton's standards aren't particularly high. They just have to be named Katherine. After the 19th Katherine dumps him, following in her predecessors' footsteps, Colin's best friend convinces him to go on a road trip. Colin accepts, seeing this as the only chance to get some clarity, leave his washed-up child prodigy status behind, and propel his genius into college.

Paper Towns

Eighteen-year-old Quentin "Q" Jacobsen doesn't know much. But he does know he's been in love with the magnificent Margo Roth Spiegelman for as long as he can remember. When Margo goes missing, Q takes it upon himself to bring her back. Channeling Margo's adventurous spirit, he teams up with his friends to find her before something terrible happens.

Turtles All the Way Down

Billionaire Russell Pickett goes missing. This would have little to do with16-year-old Aza Holmes if it weren't for the $100,000-dollar reward. She sets out on a risky adventure with her best friend, Daisy. As if the investigation isn't challenging enough, Aza has to deal with her worsening OCD symptoms and crumbling friendship with Daisy.

Will Grayson, Will Grayson

On the surface, Will Grayson and Will Grayson have little in common. Except for their first and last name, of course. But when their paths cross one faithful night in Chicago, they become inextricably linked. While working on an epic high school musical, they slowly begin an even more epic love story.

Let it Snow: Three Holiday Romances

One Christmas Eve, Gracetown experiences its worst blizzard in 50 years. Besides snowflakes, something else is in the air: love. And that love will visit three teenagers in the most unexpected ways.

The Anthropocene Reviewed

Moving away from young adult novels, John Green explores the current geological age—the Anthropocene—in this non-fiction title. The book consists of deeply personal essays adapted from his ground-breaking podcast of the same name.

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FAQ

In what order should I read John Green books?

All John Green books are standalone novels. Hence, you can choose the order in which to read them. However, many Goodreads members recommend starting with The Fault in Our Star as an excellent introduction to John Green's writing style. From there, you can read the rest of the books chronologically.

What is John Green well known for?

Many of John Green's books were New York Times bestsellers, but he is most well-known for The Fault in Our Stars. The film of the same name was a massive commercial and critical success. 

What age is Paper Towns for?

Paper Towns, a coming-of-age novel by John Green, is written for young adult readers, typically aged 14 and above.

What is John Green's favorite book?

John Green has several favorite books, including Bossypants by Tina Fey and Regarding the Pain of Others by Susan Sontag.