John Green 5 Books Collection Set - Ages 12-16 - Paperback

John Green, a name synonymous with poignant young adult (YA) fiction, has an uncanny ability to delve into the labyrinthine corridors of the adolescent mind. With a handful of bestsellers to his name, including The Fault in Our Stars, An Abundance of Katherines, Will Grayson Will Grayson, Turtles All the Way Down and Looking For Alaska. Greens literary prowess has made him one of the most influential YA authors of our time. His books are not just stories; they are journeys into the complexities of youth, love, and the human condition. Purchase all five books in this collection, now available and in stock at just books .

Titles in This Set:

• The Fault in Our Stars
• An Abundance of Katherines
• Will Grayson Will Grayson
• Turtles All the Way Down
• Looking For Alaska

Love, in all its multifaceted glory, is another dominant theme in Greens work. Unlike a lot of YA fiction that often portrays teenage love as simple and straightforward, Green takes a different approach. His characters often confront the messiness, the elation, and the inevitable heartbreak that comes with first love. The romances in his books are deeply entwined with self-discovery and often serve as catalysts for personal growth. They challenge traditional romantic tropes and showcase love as a complex entity, complete with its nuances and contradictions.

In a world often dismissive of the experiences and emotions of young people, John Green stands as a compelling counterpoint, showing us that the trials and tribulations of youth are as complex, meaningful, and deserving of exploration as those of any other phase of human life. Through his vivid storytelling, rich characterisations, and deep thematic explorations, he has established himself as a cornerstone in the realm of YA fiction, with a resonance that reaches far beyond it.

About the Author:

Born on August 24, 1977, in Indianapolis, Indiana, John Green is an American author, vlogger, producer, and educator renowned for his contributions to young adult fiction and digital media.

John Greens debut, Looking for Alaska, was published in 2005 and immediately caught attention for its raw and authentic portrayal of teenage life. This success was followed by An Abundance of Katherines (2006) and Paper Towns (2008), the latter of which debuted at number 5 on the New York Times Best Seller list for children's books. However, it was the 2012 novel The Fault in Our Stars that catapulted Green into literary superstardom. Dealing with themes of love, loss, and the meaning of life through the story of two teenagers with cancer, the book received widespread critical acclaim and was later adapted into a successful feature film.

Greens writing style, characterised by sharp wit, relatable characters, and deep emotional and philosophical undertones, has garnered a vast and dedicated following. He has won numerous awards, including the Michael L. Printz Award, and his books have been translated into multiple languages.

His books have not only become cultural touchstones for a generation grappling with the intricacies of youth and emotional growth, but his digital presence has also set a precedent for how authors can interact with and engage their audience in the 21st century.

Description from the Publisher:

The Fault in Our Stars
I fell in love with the way you fall asleep: slowly, then all at once.

Despite the tumour-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten. Insightful, bold, irreverent, and raw, The Fault in Our Stars is award-winning author John Green's most ambitious and heartbreaking work yet, brilliantly exploring the funny, thrilling, and tragic business of being alive and in love.

An Abundance of Katherines
When it comes to relationships, Colin Singleton's type is girls named Katherine. And when it comes to girls named Katherine, Colin is always getting dumped. Nineteen times, to be exact. On a road trip miles from home, this anagram-happy, washed-up child prodigy has ten thousand dollars in his pocket, a bloodthirsty feral hog on his trail, and an overweight Judge Judy-loving best friend riding shotgun - but no Katherines. Colin is on a mission to prove The Theorem of Underlying Katherine Predictability, which he hopes will predict the future of any relationship, avenge Dumpees everywhere, and finally win him the girl.

Will Grayson Will Grayson
One cold night, in a most unlikely corner of Chicago, teenager Will Grayson crosses paths with . . . Will Grayson! Two teens with the same name who run in two very different circles suddenly find their lives going in new and unexpected directions. Culminating in epic turns-of-heart on both of their parts, they team up to produce the most fabulous musical ever to grace the high school stage.

Turtles All the Way Down
Our hearts were broken in the same places. That's something like love, but maybe not quite the thing itself.

Aza's life is filled with complications.

Living with anxiety and OCD is enough but when Daisy, her Best and Most Fearless Friend, brings her on a mission to find a fugitive billionaire things are about to get even more complicated.

To find Russell Pickett, Aza must enter the world of his geeky, but maybe kind-of-cute son, Davis.

But the chances of a first kiss, and maybe even a first love, could send Aza into a spiral of anxiety...

Looking For Alaska
In the dark beside me, she smelled of sweat and sunshine and vanilla and on that thin-mooned night I could see little more than her silhouette, but even in the dark, I could see her eyes fierce emeralds. And beautiful.

BEFORE. Miles Halters whole life has been one big non-event until he starts at anything-but-boring Culver Creek Boarding School and meets Alaska Young. Gorgeous, clever, funny and utterly fascinating she pulls Miles into her world, launches him into a new life, and steals his heart. But when tragedy strikes, and Miles comes face-to-face with death he discovers the value of living and loving unconditionally.

AFTER: Nothing will ever be the same.

John Green, a name synonymous with poignant young adult (YA) fiction, has an uncanny ability to delve into the labyrinthine corridors of the adolescent mind. With a handful of bestsellers to his name, including The Fault in Our Stars, An Abundance of Katherines, Will Grayson Will Grayson, Turtles All the Way Down and LJohn Green, a name synonymous with poignant young adult (YA) fiction, has an uncanny ability to delve into the labyrinthine corridors of the adolescent mind. With a handful of bestsellers to his name, including The Fault in Our Stars, An Abundance of Katherines, Will Grayson Will Grayson, Turtles All the Way Down and L