Gordon Korman, a prolific author beloved for his engaging and humorous children’s and young adult novels, was born on October 23, 1963, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Korman’s foray into writing began at an impressively young age, setting the stage for a long and successful career that would bring joy and laughter to countless young readers.
Korman’s journey as an author started almost serendipitously when he was just 12 years old. As part of a school project, he wrote what would become his first published novel, “This Can’t Be Happening at Macdonald Hall,” which he completed when he was 14. This early success was a clear sign of Korman’s natural flair for storytelling and his ability to connect with a young audience.
After attending New York University’s prestigious film school, Korman decided to focus fully on his passion for writing. He has since authored more than 80 books, displaying an exceptional range in both subject matter and genre. Korman’s work is often characterized by its humor, relatable characters, and fast-paced plots, making his books a hit with young readers.
Some of his most popular series include “Swindle,” “Ungifted,” and “Masterminds,” each showcasing his talent for creating engaging, multi-dimensional characters and exciting, often unpredictable, storylines. Korman has a unique gift for infusing his stories with both comedy and heart, tackling relevant issues and themes in a way that resonates with his audience.
Korman’s books have not only been widely popular among children and teenagers but have also been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. His ability to consistently produce content that is both entertaining and meaningful has cemented his reputation as one of the leading authors in children’s literature.
Gordon Korman’s contribution to children’s and young adult fiction is significant. His books, which continue to captivate and amuse, serve as a testament to his storytelling prowess and his understanding of what young readers enjoy. His work inspires a love for reading and provides countless hours of enjoyment to his devoted fans.
Below we have listed all of Gordon Korman’s books in chronological order of original publishing years.
Publication Order of Macdonald Hall Books
This Can’t Be Happening at MacDonald Hall!
(1977)
Go Jump in the Pool!
(1979)
Beware the Fish!
(1980)
The War with Mr. Wizzle
(1982)
The Zucchini Warriors
(1988)
MacDonald Hall Goes Hollywood
(1991)
Something Fishy at Macdonald Hall
(1995)
Publication Order of Ungifted Books
Ungifted
(2012)
Supergifted
(2018)
Publication Order of Bugs Potter Books
Who is Bugs Potter?
(1980)
Bugs Potter Live at Nickaninny
(1983)
Publication Order of Jeremy Bloom Collections
The D-poems of Jeremy Bloom: A Collection of Poems About School, Homework, and Life (Sort Of)(1992)
(1992)
The Last-place Sports Poems of Jeremy Bloom: A Collection of Poems About Winning, Losing, and Being a Good Sport (Sometimes)
(1996)
Publication Order of Monday Night Football Club Books
Quarterback Exchange: I Was John Elway
(1997)
Running Back Conversion: I Was Barry Sanders
(1997)
The Super Bowl Switch: I Was Dan Marino
(1997)
Heavy Artillery: I Was Junior Seau
(1997)
Ultimate Scoring Machine: I Was Jerry Rice
(1998)
NFL Rules!: Bloopers, Pranks, Upsets and Touchdowns
(1998)
Publication Order of Slapshots Books
The Stars From Mars
(1999)
All-Mars All-Stars / The Dream Team
(1999)
The Face-Off Phony
(2000)
Cup Crazy
(2000)
Publication Order of Nose Pickers from Outer Space Books
Nosepickers from Outer Space
(1999)
Planet of the Nose Pickers
(2000)
Your Mummy is a Nose Picker
(2000)
Invasion of the Nose Pickers
(2001)
Publication Order of Island Books
Shipwreck
(2001)
Survival
(2001)
Escape
(2001)
Publication Order of Everest Books
The Contest
(2002)
The Climb
(2002)
The Summit
(2002)
Publication Order of Son of the Mob Books
Son of the Mob
(2002)
Hollywood Hustle
(2004)
Publication Order of Dive Books
The Discovery
(2002)
The Deep
(2003)
The Danger
(2003)
Publication Order of On The Run Books
Chasing The Falconers
(2005)
The Fugitive Factor
(2005)
Now You See Them, Now You Don’t
(2005)
The Stowaway Solution
(2005)
Public Enemies
(2005)
Hunting the Hunter
(2006)
Publication Order of Kidnapped Books
The Abduction
(2006)
The Search
(2006)
The Rescue
(2006)
Publication Order of Swindle Mysteries Books
Swindle
(2008)
Zoobreak
(2009)
Framed
(2010)
Showoff
(2012)
Hideout
(2013)
Jackpot
(2014)
Unleashed
(2015)
Jingle
(2016)
Publication Order of The 39 Clues Books
The Maze of Bones(By: Rick Riordan)
(2008)
One False Note
(2008)
The Sword Thief(By: Peter Lerangis)
(2009)
Beyond the Grave(By: Jude Watson)
(2009)
The Black Circle(By: Patrick Carman)
(2009)
In Too Deep(By: Jude Watson)
(2009)
The Viper’s Nest(By: Peter Lerangis)
(2010)
The 39 Clues: Agent Handbook(By: Scholastic Inc.)
(2010)
The Emperor’s Code
(2010)
Storm Warning(By: Linda Sue Park)
(2010)
Into the Gauntlet(By: Margaret Peterson Haddix)
(2010)
Vespers Rising(By: Jude Watson)
(2011)
The Black Book of Buried Secrets (Companion Book)(By: Rick Riordan)
(2012)
Publication Order of The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers Books
The Medusa Plot(By: Jude Watson)
(2011)
A King’s Ransom(By: Jude Watson)
(2011)
The Dead of Night(By: Peter Lerangis)
(2012)
Shatterproof(By: Roland Smith)
(2012)
Trust No One(By: Linda Sue Park)
(2012)
Day of Doom(By: David Baldacci)
(2013)
Publication Order of The 39 Clues: Unstoppable Books
