Jason Reynolds

1 series 6 books in order 1 standalone book

Jason Reynolds is an American author of novels and poetry for young adult and middle grade audiences. Born in Washington, D.C., and raised in Oxon Hill, Maryland, he published several poetry collections before his first novel in 2014, When I Was the Greatest, which won the John Steptoe Award for New Talent. Our catalog credits him with the Track series, including Ghost, Patina, Sunny, and Lu.

Born
1983
Known for
Track

Series by Jason Reynolds

Track

5 books in order · 2016–2025

  1. Cover of Ghost

    Ghost

    2016 · Jason Reynolds

    Ghost is a naturally talented runner and troublemaker who is recruited for an elite middle school track team. He must stay on track, both literally…

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  2. Cover of Patina

    Patina

    2017 · Jason Reynolds

    Patina, or Patty, Jones is a newcomer to the track team who must learn to rely on her family and teammates as she tries to outrun her personal demons.

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  3. Cover of Sunny

    Sunny

    2018 · Jason Reynolds

    Sunny is the Defenders' best runner, but he only runs for his father, who blames him for his mother's death. With his coach's help, Sunny finds a way…

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  4. Cover of Lu

    Lu

    2018 · Jason Reynolds

    Lu knows he can lead Ghost, Patina, Sunny, and the team to victory at the championships, but it may not be as easy as it seems. Hurdles arise in his…

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Standalone books

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Jason Reynolds written?

We list 6 books by Jason Reynolds across 1 series, published between 2015–2025 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Jason Reynolds's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Ghost.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

Where can I buy Jason Reynolds's books?

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