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Phillip Hoose

Bestselling Author • 1 Series • 12 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
Start with: We Were There, Too!: Young People in U.S. History (1980)

About Phillip Hoose

Phillip Hoose is an accomplished author known for writing articles, songs, stories, essays, books and more. This includes the book Claudette Colvin: Twice Towards Justice, a National Book Award winning book. He also happens to be the author of several other books, including The Race to Save the Lord God Bird, which won multiple awards, We Were There Too!: Young People in U.S. History, a National Book Award Finalist, and a Christopher Award-winning manual for youth activism It’s Our World Too!. We Were There Too! was a finalist for a National Book Award. It was also selected as a Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year and was selected as an International Reading Association Teacher’s Choice. Phillip has also written a picture book called Hey, Little Ant. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, Phillip Hoose has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Phillip Hoose

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
12 books 1980–2022
1

We Were There, Too!: Young People in U.S. History

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with We Were There, Too!: Young People in U.S. History, another outstanding contribution from Phillip Hoose.

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1980
2

Building an Ark

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Building an Ark, another outstanding contribution from Phillip Hoose.

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1981
3

Hoosiers: The Fabulous Basketball Life of Indiana

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Hoosiers: The Fabulous Basketball Life of Indiana, another outstanding contribution from Phillip Hoose.

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1986
4

Necessities: Racial Barriers in American Sports

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Necessities: Racial Barriers in American Sports, another outstanding contribution from Phillip Hoose.

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1989
5

It's Our World, Too!

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with It's Our World, Too!, another outstanding contribution from Phillip Hoose.

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1993
6

The Race to Save the Lord God Bird

The Race to Save the Lord God Bird continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Phillip Hoose's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
7

Perfect, Once Removed: When Baseball Was All the World to Me

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Perfect, Once Removed: When Baseball Was All the World to Me, another outstanding contribution from Phillip Hoose.

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2006
8

Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice

Conflict and courage define Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Phillip Hoose that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2009
9

Moonbird: A Year on the Wind with the Great Survivor B95

Moonbird: A Year on the Wind with the Great Survivor B95 continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Phillip Hoose's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
10

The Boys Who Challenged Hitler: Knud Pedersen and the Churchill Club

The Boys Who Challenged Hitler: Knud Pedersen and the Churchill Club continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Phillip Hoose's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
11

Attucks!: Oscar Robertson and the Basketball Team That Awakened a City

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Attucks!: Oscar Robertson and the Basketball Team That Awakened a City, another outstanding contribution from Phillip Hoose.

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2018
12

Duet: Our Journey in Song with the Northern Mockingbird

Duet: Our Journey in Song with the Northern Mockingbird continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Phillip Hoose's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2022

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Phillip Hoose?

Phillip Hoose is a bestselling author known for 1 book series containing over 12 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Phillip Hoose series to start with?

For readers new to Phillip Hoose's work, the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 12 books. Begin with We Were There, Too!: Young People in U.S. History to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Phillip Hoose written?

Phillip Hoose has written over 12 books across 1 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Phillip Hoose books in order?

Yes, reading Phillip Hoose's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Phillip Hoose write in?

Phillip Hoose writes primarily in fiction. With 1 series across 12 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Phillip Hoose's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Phillip Hoose's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Phillip Hoose's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Phillip Hoose's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series. The first book, We Were There, Too!: Young People in U.S. History, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.