When i head out to the book store i’m always scoping out the ones you’ve published, being a f big fan of you work i always wait and wait for a new one to come out. No other book i’ve ever read can compare that what yours make me feel for the people going through these issues and it makes me want to be able to help them. They’re really changed the way i think. I can’t wait to be able to read Perfect.
Wow, is all i can really say out of the flow of things i want to say about your books. Even thinking about them, every one for teens makes me want to cry, they were just that beautiful. The bawling i did because of the life altering feelings and thoughts provoked by the books were amazing. From crank to glass to identical all of them opened my mind, my heart to the rawness of these realities that thank God aren’t mine. And for that I just thank you Mrs.Hopkins for sharing these stories, lessons, realities to us teens. <3
I’m also 11 and I understand how the character feels because Ellen describes their feelings perfectly. She always uses beautiful sceneries just like in Fallout when Hunter gives the promise ring to Nikki.
I don’t see what having sex has to do with anything. I am seeing alot of immature posts on here. there is no reason to be bickering or poking fun of eachother. grow up. there is no need for anything you said.
I’m 11 too!!! I love these books so much. Mrs.Hopkins’s writing style enthralls me and the topics are ones that writers tend to stray from, in case they write the wrong thing or offend readers. I have only read Glass and Impulse so far, and just started on Fallout. THESE BOOKS ARE AWESOME!!!!! I am a total Impulse fanatic now and I think she should write a sequel.
Hey, you should definitely read the rest of her stuff. It is amazinggg. And Perfect, one of her newest books, is actually the sequel to Impulse. It is just from Connor’s sister’s perspective. It’s great And just so you know, Crank is the prequel to Glass, and Fallout is the third.
ellen is the best author ever. im sorry that i replied to someone elses comment but i dont know how to write my own. ellen inspired me to do better in school and to read more. thanks ellen.
Hi Ellen!
First off i want to start with sorry i am just replying i could not figure out how to start my own. I love your books, there are a few jr. high school kids i used to try and help out with there “bad habits” while i was in high school, after i read your book CRANK in high school i asked them to sit down and read it because it showed the other side of what drugs and sex can lead to i feel that the world has allowed glamour and acceptance of drugs and drinking in the public’s eye to influence it and it was able to take show you what it rely is. Unfortantly i have not been able to read all of your books YET! I just finished burned and i could not set it down, i am an extreamly slow reader but i was able to finish it in two days, i am am extreamly excited to finsh rereading crank to start on glass
I don’t know how to make my own comment so I’m just replying. Your books are literally the best books I have ever read! I started crank a week ago and have already read it, Glass, Fallout and I’m on Burned. Fallout was AMAZING<3 I have never felt more related to a book than I did in Fallout. My mother is an addict and I have been through a majority of the things the children describe in the book. The emotions from the children are spot on. I have so many quotes from that book written down so when I'm struggling with my anger or sadness I have something to help me. I am buying that book as soon as I go out. You are an amazing author and made such a revelation in my life and how to deal with my feelings toasted my own mother. Thanks you for everything you have given me. PLEASE keep writing.
i love your books they talk about real life things n u reallly touch my heart i am 18 n pregnant from n unknown father because i am a prostetute in vegas n i feel kind of like kristina in glass i want to thank u very much
Hey! I just want you to know I’m praying for you and your baby. PLEASE don’t fall to prostitution. If you need money for anything, just ask someone. I wil keep praying for you and your baby.
Someone who made a difference in my life:
Ellen Hopkins
A person who has defiantly made a beneficial difference in my life is Ellen Hopkins, book writer, author of “Crank” and “Glass”. She has opened my eyes to the nature of addiction, how an addictive drug controls your mind and life, and the inevitability of downfall.
As a teenager growing up in America, You’re subject to temptation of drug-use/experimentation. And in her prequel, “Crank”, a girl named Kristina, who forms a second personality (because of the drug), starts the use of methamphetamines, due to a bad influential visit to her biological father that has drug abuse history. Throughout the books, Kristina’s life becomes more and more complicated and leads to losing her virginity, due to rape, becoming pregnant, all the way to daily meth use while taking care of her baby(which she obviously cant fulfill), before she even turns eighteen. Towards the end of the second story “Glass”, she falls in love with a guy, she turns to dealing meth, then she can’t control herself smoking it, loses custody of the baby, and finally ends up in jail for a half pound of 90% pure Mexican methamphetamine, and She’s forced to rat out La Eme, the Mexican mafia aka the Mexican drug cartel, Scary stuff!
Yes, I’ve experimented with drugs in my life, but because the first legit drug I experimented with was LSD, it opened my mind to the reality of what I want in life. But a while back I was stricken with temptation to experiment with methamphetamines due to an old friend’s persuasion, but after reading this book, it showed me the paths in life you take due to addiction, and usage of drugs sends you down a path of life you will regret. Especially as a teenager, believe me, I don’t need a loss of direction at this age, I need structure, stability, and of course positive directions that will lead me down an easier path in life. I’m not going to let temptation ruin the rest of my life.
In conclusion, Thank you Ellen Hopkins, you’ve prevented me from overcoming temptation to experimentation with horrible mind/physical altering and life ruining drugs, by opening you’re family’s window and letting me peek inside the nature of addiction and its effects to family, friends, and mostly, yourself.
Thanks to Ellen Hopkins…your books have changed me and who I am as an induvidual. I read all your books, and told my friends (some of who, including myself have experimented with drugs)…and it changed them, too. Thank you and I cant wait for more!!! Love youuu!
hahah, yes i agree with that. i’m reading through all the comments under it and yours is the only one i agree with. i’m sorry to Joshua, but the essay was written in a very informal tone (don’t use “legit” for a school essay) (and it’s your family*, not you’re family)
Also, i’d've mentioned something about the structured poems and Kristina’s demons and her dilemmas and everything.
I’m sure his English teacher already pointed out his grammar problems. He is sharing what he has written about an author he admires and who he feels has made a positive impact in his life. He does not need to hear your negative two cents.
my cousin told me about the book burned…. and i looked it up on line andn read what it was about.. my mom finnaly bought it for mr and i saw hopw long it was and im haha yeah right ill never read this because im an 8th grader that hates reading.. and then i started to read it and couldnt stop! i finished it in 3 days i feel so accomplehsed and now im reading crank and ive had it for 2 days and im on page 253 im so happy! i finnaly found an author i love!!!! ur the best ellen!!!!
I have to agree! A friend of mine had the book “Burned” on the bus the other day and was like ‘you should totally check this book out. i’ll let you borrow mine when I’m done with it.’ so i said ok, and that was that. i didn’t think anything about it til she brought it to me yesterday and was like ‘I’m done withthis, now you have to read it.’ so i started reading it yesterday morning and finished it in just a couple of hours!!!!!! That is one of the best books I’ve ever read! anD i LOVE the formatt of the writting! Ellen Hopkins is one of the best authors I’ve ever read! I recommend that everyone should read Ellen Hopkins’ novels!
omg yeah, wait, ive read almost all her books except identical , fallout and perfect, and i cant remember what book christina is from but i do remember her, where is she from again?
she is from crank and glass, and the books ive read are Burned, Glass, and im reading Perfect….. ive havent read Identical, Fallout, Tricks,Crank…
i cant wait to read em..
You have been an inspiration to my life in many ways… I have all of your books have read them all 3+ times (Burned being my favorite so far!), and I am truly in love with you as an author. You came to Saint Louis a year or two back and I was DEVASTATED that I couldn’t be up there the day you were signing books… but don’t worry, because someday I WILL meet you! Right now I am (impatiently) waiting for my copy of Perfect to come! It had better be here tomorrow! Love your writing, will own all your books forever, and don’t stop writing. You are an inspiration to all
Your books are truly inspiring. I may have not been through the things that these teenagers have gone through & I might not ever go through these events, but it shows me how good my life is. Growing up in a good house with parents, family, and friends that care. Yeah, I might have gone through my own struggles but, I have definitely pulled through. Your books have taught me many things in life but one sticks out the most : When things get tough, let someone know. They might not understand at first, but through time, things will get easier. Never give up . Thank you for all that you have done. Maybe you never knew your books would be so inspiring and fascinating. But they are, and they will continue to be.
I completely, 100% agree. I am in the same boat: I haven’t been through the struggles of any of the characters, yet they inspire me anyway. They make me appreciate what I have and how quickly things can change, for better or for worse. Back to my point: great comments
Dear Ellen,
I have red all your books and loved them all. I’m a new student at Johnson and Wales University. On my move in day I realized that a lot of girls had your books! There was an instant connection. I hope that you could maybe take some time out of your busy schedule and come visit our Denver campus. We would love to hear you speak and sign some books! We love you soo much and would be soo grateful for you to visit our beautiful campus!
Sincerely,
Bri Hildebrand
Thank you.
I’ve read Impulse, and literally just finished Tricks and posted an Amazon.com review.
It’s really..all I can think to say. I said more in the review, but all that matters is thank you. So very, very much I have to thank you for writing this. I can’t find all the words I want -no, need, to express this to you.
Tricks is beautiful, and I’ll never forget it. Your work brushed a deep part of my soul. I love books. Yet I still never fully understood just how much something as simple as ink on paper could mean to me.
This book was a gift from my husband, but more than that, it was a gift from you.
I only hope that one day I can give back to someone, at least a small fraction of what this writing has given me.
hello i was wondering what order the books go in for Crank can u please tell me as soon as possible please or just email me cuz i would love to no!!?!?!?!?!?!!?
Ellen,
Crank was a phenomenal book. & I absolutely loved it. I have Glass, I’m about to start on it, and I wish I could get my hands on Identical. I love your method of writing. And I hope to read all of your books, and i’ll be glad to wait with anticipation of your next release. (:
I read crank and got hooked. I now own all the books an read 4 within about a month. which is a lot for me. the last book i read beforethat was about 6 months before i saw crank. well i happily read the books ad migh evn read them all again. I am addicted to them sorry for misspelling my keyboard in all out of wack.
I would love to thank you Ellen Hopkins. You helped me realize the truth about my depression. You have helped me feel like I wasn’t alone in my bad days, my depressed days, and my cutting days. You have helped me through quite a lot and overcome my challenges. For this I owe you a thousand thank yous. You are amazing and my cheaper psychologist.
i totally and one hundred percent agree ellen hopkins writing helped me when i thought no one else could. her book identical is probably my favorite because it hits so close to home. her writing helped me better understand what i was going through and how to overcome it. i just hope she knows how much her writing inspires and truly helps readers with all different backgrounds. I would love to just pick her brain but until then i owe you one ellen:)
Ellen,
I want to thank you for the impact you’ve had on my life. I’ve read all of your books (well, almost all of them. I’m not too far in Perfect yet.) All of your books have touched me in someway..made me look at things from a different perspective. Because of that, I believe I am a better person now. Again, thank you so much.
Ellen,
Thank you so much for writing, I want to go onto write myself, your books inspire me. I pre ordered Perfect and read it in the day it came. I love your books. I’ve dealt with a lot of things in your books and they make me feel better about life, realizing I’m not alone. Your books have, not only helped me become a better writer, but also by helping me out of a depression and sadness that I laid in for far too long. Through your last book, no one has ever told me I was good enough, I realized I am perfect the way I am. I would just like to reiterate how glad I am you started writing the books you did and I can’t wait for Triangles to come out.
Thank you,
Lauren <3
Ellen,
I LOVE your books! Can’t wait to get Perfect, I’m going through a very rough time and can’t wait untill you come to CA! I’ve read all your books(besides Perfect), and all you do is fill me with hope for my life. Hopefully it will come easy. All I need in my life is for someone to hear my story and tell me there is hope. Your books have gave me some hope, but I don’t think it’s enough. Help me……..
her books have been great inspiration for all of us fans,
they have helped people grow and have better understanding of life and it’s struggles.
the fact that you have a different writing style than any other writer is definitely inspirational. you’re one of my favorites for sure, and that never changes.
keep writing. please! I have read all of your books ( besides perfect and triangles) and i can’t wait to.
I love your book Burned (and all of your other books too! I own all of them except Perfect) because it was just so real. The tragic ending was amazingly genuine. I would love to see that story continue
i fell in love with crank n have every book since and they all have help me out many of ways and i am excited to know u r expanding ur writing… can’t wait for ur new book ur my favorite author to follow. u have amazing books thank u
I freaking love Ellen Hopkins books, I have every one published (crank, burned, impulse, identical, glass, tricks, and fallout) I downloaded perfect on my nook. I look forward to her books, they just make me love reading even more. Her books are the best, they are inspiring and I hope she keeps writing.
Your books are amazing. So unique and captivating. FIrst I read Burned which got me hooked, but when I read Crank, it opened my eyes to the world of drugs. I have a whole group of friends that like to do drugs and reading your books has helped me make the right decision to stay clean and deal with my problems in the healthiest way. And with love, when it hurts, don’t let yourself sink to a place where you can’t get back on your feet. Thank you Ellen Hopkins for touching my life\
Ellen, I want to thank you so much for your writing. Your books have given me insight and guidance. My favorite is probably Impulse, though I love them all. Its because I’ve traveled the same road as Vanessa. You inspire me so much. I always look forward to a new book of yours. I have all of them so far. I’m 19 and I’m even looking forward to Triangles. You are my idol. And I just wanted to post a comment for you. Thank you for all you’ve done for not only me, but all your fans. You’ve touched my life. (:
-Angel.
Thanks Ellen Hopikins for publishing your impactful books .
I can relate to Crank and class a lot because I’ve had an addiction also. But to a different drug and I feel like I can really relate to Kristina. Some of the things she went to I’ll also did too. So thanks for making know there are others who struggle with the same problem and showing them that drugs aren’t the way to a happier and successful life.
amanda no joke i was guuna say that but i was kinda scared to admit that but i have an addiction to meth and pot.. and nevvver! feel like your alone in this cuz trust me your not! at all..
Yeah dont feel alone! I was addict. The first time I tried pot I liked it but reading her books put I diffrent image in my head. And I have quit. im going on 5 weeks clean. Thanks Ellen(:
hii so ive read almost all of your books and my school librarian got me your newest book Perfect the advanced readers copy and i loved it! youre such a great writer hope to hear from you soon!
just saying.. your books are amazing.. my friend got me into them. and i just started reading Crank today :$, but from what i have read.. it is AMAZING .. and i read a little bit of perfect.. and from what i have read of that book, it is really good.
i think you should make a movie based on one of these books,’
casue i know if you did. I would deff’s be watching it..
anyways, keep up with the good work <3
I never thought of actually reading these books until my friend told me that I would love them… and I did. These are very real stories and that is what gets me the most. I get so into these books it is exactly like I am not even here I am for maybe just an hour in a whole different world. I am going to read Perfect and scarily enough it reminds me of me… the one that has calories and not eating controlling her. These books opened my eyes. Thank You for bringing such an intense but wonderful book/s to my life. I seriously have no idea what I would do without them.
I’m sure you get this all the time, but while reading your books, I found myself so inspired to start some of my own, which will probably never get finished. The way you write, and how you can connect to each and every character, is amazing. It seems like every time I read one of your books, I’m reading a biography about someone’s life rather than just a fiction novel. If I ever do finish a book, it would be amazing if it would amount to just a fraction of yours. I am a fan for life.
I’m also SOSOSOSOSOSOSOSOSO happy that you made a companion for Impulse. Impulse is, by far, my favorite book by you (and ever!). It was amazing to get more insight on Conner’s life. Thank you so much for writing these amazing stories.
That first sentence? Yep, that’s me. I’ve tried writing a book or two, neither of which are complete. But Ellen inspires me to keep writing and hope someday I can influence readers the way she has.
Ellen your books are amazing. I feel like i can relate to them without really being in your characters shoes. I can’t wait to read Perfect! Keep writing!
Ellen,
I love you,your books,your stories,your honesty,how I can trust you. I feel like I’ve gotten to know a little bit better by meeting you in Omaha. You really spoke to me and I really appreciated it Ellen. You yourself inspires me to read more and more. I love how you can come to the world and share your stories through your phenomoinal books. I will forever and always have every single one of your books no matter what. Your books really encourage me to stay away from things that a 13 year old shouldn’t get herself into. Crank is my #1 favorite book, I was a Twilight Saga freak until you came into my life. All I can read lately are your books. I was at a point in the book siging where I almosted cried because what happened to your daughters life was horrible and I wish she could go back and change it all around. I also love how you take time to write back to your fans. You truly are amazing Ellen and a very beautiful woman. Stay you,stay honest,don’t change one bit for no one. Keep up the fantastic books.
Ellen,
I love you,your books,your stories,your honesty,how I can trust you. I feel like I’ve gotten to know a little bit better by meeting you in Omaha. You really spoke to me and I really appreciated it Ellen. You yourself inspires me to read more and more. I love how you can come to the world and share your stories through your phenomoinal books. I will forever and always have every single one of your books no matter what. Your books really encourage me to stay away from things that a 13 year old shouldn’t get herself into. Crank is my #1 favorite book, I was a Twilight Saga freak until you came into my life. All I can read lately are your books. I was at a point in the book siging where I almosted cried because what happened to your daughters life was horrible and I wish she could go back and change it all around. I also love how you take time to write back to your fans. You truly are amazing Ellen and a very beautiful woman. Stay you,stay honest,don’t change one bit for no one. Keep up the fantastic books.
You are amazing at what you do. I can’t wait to pick up “perfect” I already know I will love it. You haven’t written a book yet that I havent fallen in love with. My favotite is “burned” and i’ve read it 4 or 5 times. Keep up the great work!!!
I went and bought Perfect yesterday. I couldn’t stop reading it. I stayed up all through the night and finished it today. I love your work it speaks to me and I am sure to others everywhere. Please don’t stop writing!!
when I was 12 my dad took me to Barnes and Noble, I looked and looked for the perfect book to indulge myself in, but nothing spoke to me. As I looked my dad came back with your book in his hand, Crank. I never read it, until I met my mom who happened to be an addict just like Kristina. That was last year, I picked up Crank and instantly understood my mother, what must have been going on in her brain, I have to say its very settling to understand that addiction better. I havent heard from my mom since August 25th, 2010. Since then i’ve read Glass, Fallout, Burned and im now reading Tricks, im on the very last 100 pages of it. I just wanted to say thank you Ellen Hopkins. you pulled me from a difficult depression and gave me a better understanding. i will always read your books until the day the good Lord takes me. God bless you, you’re my idol and my most favorite writer.
Ellen,
I was never a good reader. I hated the idea of reading. It just bored me to death. When I entered seventh grade I had a new reading teacher who really went out of her way to help me get books that i found interesting. I found one book.. “I heart you, You haunt me” By Lisa Schroeder. I loved the verse writing style. I asked my teacher if she had any other books written in verse and she handed me “Crank”. I saw my friends reading it and thought it looked like a good book but I thought it would be too big. I took it home that night. I sat on the couch for two and a half hours and read the whole thing. I absolutly loved it! Then I had my mom order Glass and Fallout and I loved those too! Now I am (not so patiently) waiting for Amazon.com to deliver your new book, Perfect. Thank you so, so , so much! It was because of your book, I became a HUGE reader!
I am addicted to your books they are what truly defines the lives of people. They are telling the world how cruel life can be, but sometimes it is our path that determines if we are going to end up in a ditch with no escape.
this chick is sooo smart she wrote the first book im obligated to read that i actually enjoy so good and i felt like i was litterly inside the book. i used to hate reading so bad but now if i can read some of these books for the first time i will defiantly say YES!!
You’re literally my inspiration for everything. I’m an aspiring poet/writer and you’re everything I want to be. Your books inspire me to continue to do what I love. Your style of writing is beautiful and so are your words. I can’t thank you enough for helping me with so much in my life. I love you and I can’t wait to read your future books. You’re f-ing amazing.
Ellen,
I have fallen in love with your books and how you write them I love how you put so much detail in your writing i go to this bookstore where i live and i ask them to get your books then i look around and see if u have any out if not i wait till they call then i hurry to the bookstore just to get yours books they are so great. I have never read this much i have read your books over and over this summer thats all i read my mom got so tired of me reading and being in my room then playing out side so i said “Mom read this and tell me if you would be outside right now.” and she would not give me the book back and she kept reading it too ha ha. She loves your books to . Your a great writer i hope to see more books from you..
Thank you for creating such beautiful art to share with people that can relate to.
It really is a pleasure to have read all your books.You put so much time into what you write and it almost makes me feel like what you were feeling.Your words are so strong i some day would love to write such great masterpieces like you.You are my hero…and you really made a difference in my life even without knowing you in real life your words have touched me truly it gives me the courage i thought u could never have.Your books also have made me see life in such a different way a much more positive way.Thank you.
-Adriana
I’m at the point where if I just hear a new book coming out, I just pre-order it and don’t even look up what its about because I know it will be amazing no matter what its about.
Ellen
Hey i just wanted to tell you that you are my all time Favorited righter!!! i all but 2 of your books. i love your books. Don’t ever stop righting please!!!
Your books have only motivated me even more to pursue my future goals, which is to reach out to young adults and youth around the world and help make a difference in their lives. I’ve already taken steps towards that goal by creating a self-esteem group for girls in grades 7 and8. I hope to one day reach more than just those 10 girls i worked with. but with every book of yours that i read i open my eyes to the realization that there are so many other difficulties that young people have to deal with in today’s society besides the way they look.
I can’t even describe how happy I was when I went to the bookstore and remembered that your new book (Perfect) was out. I finished it that day. I have every one of your young adult books, and I’ve read all of them at least 3 times. I let my friend borrow them, and I swear your books are the reason she turned her life around and stopped using drugs. I really hope you read these, and I want you to know you made a difference in my life and my friends life. please never stop writing
I love love love your books! I read Perfect in 2 days! Your books are the best ive ever read! Cant wait for the next book to come out. Never ever stop writing!(:
I’ve read all of your books and so far Impulse was my favorite. But yesterday I got Perfect and fell in love with it! I literally just got finished reading it 2 minutes ago. I loved how you tied Impulse and (I think) other books into Perfect. For a while, I thought that I had to be perfect too, and I tried reaching that, but I couldn’t, and now I accept myself. I don’t think I’m perfect, but I know that I’m not imperfect. But yeah I love your books <3. I liked how you gave Conner's mom some emotion.
Just finished reading Fallout. What a striking end to the best realistic fiction series of the decade. I remember reading Crank as a young teenager who was already headed down the slippery slope of substance abuse and addiction. I found so much of myself in Kristina, and so much truth in her story. It was fiction I could relate to. Thankfully I was forced into rehab before I completely lost myself on the path that leads Kristina to the place she is in Fallout. Thank you for writing something so real and relatable, especially in this era where most teenage ‘literature’ has become for the most part the farthest thing from what I would ever consider classifying as literature. You are such an amazing writer and your books are so inspiring. Thank you for that.
I love your books but i found out the hard way i was reading them out of order when i got glass before crank. but i am still in love with the books…so far i have read impulse, identicle, and burned. I love them all Ellen works magic with her words.
I just wanted to say THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH. When I read Impulse it connected to me in every way possible. About a year ago I was going through a lot of problems and became very depressed and sought refuge in the blade of a pocket knife. I was in a lot of pain and it was the only release i could find. Finally about october of 2010 I was consulted and I agreed to treatment and I was sent to a hospital here in Arkansas called Bridgeway, I was only there for a week but it helped in so many ways. I finally found the help I needed and am (not completely) better today. So again thank you.
Ellen Hopkins writes such powerful books. They are such an impact on your outlook on things in life. What amazing reads. All her books were great. I am almost finished “Perfect” (150 more pages!!) And I only started two days ago. I just want to keep reading and reading. I’m ready to go back and reread every book! Other books just can’t compare to the connection this poetic form brings. Thank you for all your hard work!!!
Ellen,
I L-O-V-E your books. My friend got me hooked on all of them and I’ve read most of them multiple times. I have EVERY YA book you’ve written, except for Perfect. But I WILL get my hands on a copy if it’s the last thing I do. You are an AMAZING writer. Your books take me deep inside the lives of the characters you write about. I especially like your book Impulse. Every time I read it I get mad that Conner kills himself at the end, just when he was appearing to be well. I cannot wait to read Perfect.
Love, Morganne
Ellen you’re such a wonderful writer, you make me want to become one I’ve read all of your books so far i just got done reaing Perfect, loved it. Cara was my favorite character, how she was so trying to figure out who she was and her sexualty. I also loved how Andre fell for Jenna even though she made it clear that she didnt love him (or couldn’t). You books are soo wonderful I can’t wait to read tangles. I love you’re work!
all of your books make me cry. they bring up people from my past who are suffering with the addiction or the situation. the characters seem real to me. and when something happens it makes me hurt for them as if they are people in my life. i own every book you have written so far. and whenever i feel like my life can’t get much worse then it is, i read one, or two, or all of your books again to show me that i’m strong. i just got perfect in the mail 2 days ago. i just finished it. crying my eyes out about how it ended. i read the last line and didn’t even know conner was the same boy as impulse. it’s crazy that just by the little sentence i could place what book he was from. impulse is now sitting on my bed so i can reread it and see what he has to say on his point of view.
you truly do something remarkable when you write these books. you help kids all over the place cope with their lives. sometimes i feel like i have nothing to live for, but when jennas mom tells her that she would never want someone to feel the way jenna does it makes me stop and think. cara’s death poem at the end of perfect is where i lost it and starting crying the most. you find this way to make sense of things that really have no sense to them.
thank you for writing, sometimes i feel like reading your books is what makes me still here today.
thank you.
I bought your new book ‘Perfect’ and started reading it, only to be surprised to the references to Elko, Nevada. I actually went there this past summer for a months visit to my sister. I know where the Thunderbird Motel is. And I too, have hiked Lamoille Canyon. It is a very* beautiful town but, if you blink your eye it’s gone! I was so shocked. I love the book so far!! Once again, great job Ellen Hopkins!!!
Ellen, when i first discovered Crank i was looking for a book to read from my english teacher and he had your book sitting on his desk and i asked if i could read it and he told me “Of course, sshes a very powerful reader i think you will like it”. He was my favorite english teacher in high school. I read your book and i was finished with it in two days and was so excited i gave it to my friend and she passed it on and your book became like a chain reaction in my school i had everyone reading that instead of twilight . Anyway, i wanted you to know (and im sure you here this all the time) that you are an amazing writer. Thanks
Ellen….I am in love with all of your books! I have read all of them except for Tricks. I never started reading a lot until I read Crank. I could just picture every thing that was happening in all of the books. I can’t wait to read the rest of the books you make.
Your books have changed my entire prospective on life. I just finished reading burned and it was one of the best books I have ever read. Sure, it was a depressing ending, but that was one of the reasons I liked it. It made me come to understand that fantasy can’t last forever. It proved the hard truth was reality sucks, but that is just the way it is. No matter how much you love someone, it won’t last forever. Thank you so much for inspiring me and helping me understand a whole new way of life! Love your books!
So far i have read Crank , Glass , Identical , and Impulse. Tricks had brought my attention but i cant find it anywhere. so i have to keep on looking for it. (:
and i so enjoy reading your books over and over again.
i’ve done a book report on Crank and on Impulse.
i got both A’s on them. (: hope you come up with alot more
books so i can read them (:
oh and is there just 8 books you have published?
i would like to know if there’s any more out there that i can read (:
whenever i read on of your books they move me,they incourage me to follow my dream and every charecter make me feal like i have known them forever
out of all the books perfect is my favorite because my whole life i felt like i needed to be perfect but now i dont have that pressure
thank you!!!!
I just wanted to say thank you so much for choosing to become a writer. A friend of mine lent me a copy of “Tricks” last summer and it has become one of my favorite novels. Seth was such an inspirational character for me. Reading “Tricks” really helped me recognize issues I was facing about coming to terms with my own sexuality. It’s been a difficult process, but your books have been a great help.
Out of all the books I have read, and I have a TON, you are by far one of my favorite authors. I always check the bookstore and your website to see if you’re coming out with any new installments. I just bought Perfect this past week and look forward to reading it! My stepmother loves to read your work as well. After my friend suggested Crank to me, I was hooked. Your writing is so unique and the story line keeps me reading for hours! Keep writing Ellen!!! :]
I don’t want to say I’m your biggest fan, only because I’m like 99.9% positive that there are at least a million other readers who love your books as much as I do, but I would like for you to know that ever since ninth grade I’ve been reading your young adult books, I can actually kind of relate to some of them in certain aspects, and every year I freak out when I hear you have another book coming out. I couldn’t wait to purchase “Perfect” when it came out September 13th. I reserved my copy at Barnes&Noble and set it on my calender and everything. You have an amazing talent. I’m heading off to college in January, and I’ll actually be majoring in journalism. I’ve always loved to write, but it was you and your work that kind of really inspired me to make that choice. I can only hope that one day I’ll be half as successful as you! Keep it up, you’re doing an amazing job, and thank you for being my inspiration! ♥
I have been reading your books since I was 12. I have always been so inspired by your books and I always find a way to relate to them. I cant help but get lost in them. Im a senior in highschool this year and Im constantly getting in trouble for reading instead of doing work but I just cant help it. Thank you so much for writing them. I cant wait to read Perfect.
Ellen Hopkins books are one of a kind. I’ve never enjoyed reading ever- but after reading Crank, I bought every book she has written so far and I’m the first in line for her new ones. When you live a life with many different hardships, these books make you feel like you’re not alone. It is so easy to connect to the characters and feel apart of their struggles. Ellen Hopkins has influences me to begin my own writing as well as inspired me to dive into the very bottom of people’s hearts. There are not enough words in the world to describe how phenomenal I think her books are.
Ellen Hopkins, you are truly an amazing writer and an inspiration to teens all over the country. I have everyone of your books (except perfect, but it is on its way ) You have an amazing talent, your books lure readers in by just your “disturbing” covers I can’t wait til the day comes that i get to meet you!!! Thank you soooo much for writing these books!
I
LOVE
YOU!
Ellen Hopkins, I just wanted to tell you that today you have made my day. i was having a rough week and i was just in a bad mood to start the day, after school i decided to go to Barnes and Noble. I figured that a good book always cheers me up, so I got their and had to find the new teen section because they recently moved everything, but anyway the first book i noticed was “perfect” by you of course, i was so excited. I have been so busy lately i didn’t even know you had a new book out but i grabbed a copy and bought it without even reading what it was about because i knew that i would absolutely adore it just like your other books. Also you have changed my life, you have inspired me to write and writing has become an escape for me it is my way of letting off steam and just escaping from my hectic life. So in conclusion i just wanted to thank you for writing about difficult topics that critics don’t enjoy.
I first picked up your book Burned at my local library a several years ago when I was 12. I have been addicted to your books since! They have honestly had huge impacts on my life. They are my escape when I’m not feeling well, and have made me view the world differently. Every syllable is placed perfectly in the sentences, creating such an immersing story. Thank you so much, Ellen Hopkins.
I’d have to say that you are honestly one of my favorite authors. Your books are everything beyond amazing. I started reading them a few years ago & I now own every one. I even got my friends hooked on them. (:
Needless to say, they love them too. (:
hi i am a student at bolger middle school. Me and most of the kids read your book and we gust love them. it would be very nice if u would come to ower school . right back soon.
Please Come to Atlanta, Georgia!! I love all your works, and no other author can compare to the way your books pull on my emotions and demand my total attention. I literally cant every put them down once i start, and will read them over and over again. I would LOVE to go to one of your book signings and tell you in person how much your writing has inspired me. Even if you never do come to Georgia, keep up the GREAT WORK!
I LOVE your books! I had started reading “Crank” at Barns and Noble. I thought it was a must have! I have all your books I’m hooked! I recommend your books to everyone!
all her books are kind of life changing, after reading them i never have the same attitude towards whatever subject the book was on
i think she she get an award for the way she ends all of her books, because there couldn’t be a more perfect ending the way she writes them
thats really harsh. She wasn’t talking about her daughter in the first place? all of her insight for Kristina’s personality and addiction habits were loosely based on her daughter. Her daughter inspired this book in a beautiful way. Ellen Hopkins did a beautiful job at illustrating the terrible events in her daughters life.
Dear Ellen,- – - I really love your books. I think its truely amazing that you can take real things that are happening to teens everyday and write about it in the way you do. Ive experienced first hand how drugs can affect loved ones.when i was born my father chose an addiction over me and my mother…i havent seen or heard from him since, im currently in 11th grade. also , i have a friend that experimented with drugs in 8th grade and is now a full blown addict, who has been kicked out of her house and is currently in a mental hospital for addolence. This is a subject that really hits home for me to read about and in your stories, you show the concequences and hurt that people go through with this. You always end your stories showing theres always a way out…again, I really appreciate your work, its really hard to deal with this sort of thing but, knowing theres others that go through the same thing. thanks, Julie
11th grade
Favorite book: Identical, Burned
I think you are one amazing person, I always enjoy reading you’re books. I’m only on my second one! that’s the lovely part I’m only getting started! I like that you connect with people on so many different levels it’s crazy! I can’t wait to read the rest of you’re books & the ones to come.
-Belinda.
Sending love from Canada.
dear Ellen,
You are such an amazing writer!!! i love reading you’r books! you should come to seattle!!!
i just finished reading crank yesterday and now im almost all the way finished with burned which i’m already hooked on because i can’t stop reading it i wish i had the rest of the series!!!
Ellen,
Out of the thousands of books I’ve read, I will always remember all of yours. I’ve read them all except Perfect, which I’m planning to, and I admire the story and love the way it is written. I know you get this a lot and I’m not expecting much of anything, but I would love to meet you. If you ever have a thought as to where to go next, I’ll be here in Lawton, Oklahoma.
One of your many fans,
Hannah P.
I’ve read all of your books, and I’m buying perfect next weekend to read on a long bus trip. I couldn’t begin to tell you how much I loved your books. I can understand some of the trials that the characters in your books, because, well the monster is in my life, and brewing disaster. One of my biggest goals is to meet you and get you to sign impulse. :] I cry everytime I finish that book. Keep writing, Your my favorite author. Thanks so much.
HI! I just saw you in Phoenix. I told you you should write about hoarding. My father is a hoarder.. living out of a house with no electricity or running water. I think you should make a character at some point who is a hoarder. The television show “buried alive” doesn’t even do justice.
Anyways, i love you and i wrote a poem that was inspired by your books. <3 please email me back if you need anymore ideas or experiences or tell me what you think of my poem.
it's called Mental Exhaustion.
Sleeping is my world, my excuse, my safe place,
no one can bother me there.
no one can tell me i'm not good enough.
my dreams are comfortable and
at times, acceptably horrifying.
Sometimes we need that, though.
Sometimes we need
FEAR
Sleeping is better than any opiate.
I could fall asleep at any moment desirable.
I use that to my advantage.
I can get away from anything.
hurt, love, loneliness, people,
situations, and most importantly,
myself.
just curl up, close my eyes,
and that's really all it
TAKES
Sleeping, can it be an addiction?
A two hour nap every day is efficacious.
It's more like a hobby, it doesn't mean i'm depressed.
It just means i like to be
"comfortably numb", if you will.
Wrapping up in escape plans, and fluffing up not only my pillows, but also my
serious thoughts and endeavors
makes me even more eager to get into that queen sized bed to forget
about the room, the house, the world around me.
When i wake up from my nap, whenever desired,
i feel extremely rejuvenated. So fresh.
so happy…
I wonder if it will have to be monitored.
it's not abnormal… is it?
I wonder if it's a serious disorder.
i don't care though.
Sleep doesn't need
I am a huge huge fan
infact you are the only aruther i will read
I always wonder what is going on in Kristens life now. I feel very close to her im so curious
I asked a good friend if she had any good books. I needed something to read on a flight. My flight was three hours and I was just finishing the book “Crank” I have been addicted to Kristina’s story since. I cant wait to start the next one.
Please keep up with your amazing writing, I’m looking forward to the next read. You are an inspiration and I’ll be looking for the rest of your books to add to my already over flowing library. Thankyou so much Ellen.
I’m a librarian who read Crank as my personal celebration of Banned Books Week. I felt compelled to write about it for the Young Adult Library Services Association’s book blog The Hub. Here’s a link to my post if you would like to read it: http://www.yalsa.ala.org/thehub/2011/09/26/banned-books-week-crank/
Thank you for your writing and the way you reach teens!
I’ve been addicted to drugs (nothing specific–in reality, I’ve been addicted to being high) for the past 3 years. While I’m nowhere near recovered, your books have certainly helped me see where my life can end up if I don’t get it together. Getting clean is not easy, but your voice has helped me through some of the harder times. I really love how I can identify with your characters, in particular Kristina. Thank you thank you thank you. I cannot say it enough.
you are by far one of my very favorite authors. i love how you write in verse, its so different and unique. i’ve never seen any other author write like that. the only two books i havent read are tricks and perfect but i intend to. i’ve loved every one of your other books. your an amazing writer!
Ellen i must say your books are the best books i have read in my life. I am a fanatic. Your books actually make me tear up! you are and will always be my favorite author! please keep writing great books. I love them all! Thank you!
Ellen i must say your books are the best i love all of them. They make me tear up! You are my favorite author and always will be! Please keep writing more books I am looking forward to reading any new books of yours. Thank you!! I really appreciate them all!
You truly are a inspiration to a lot of people. I read crank and glass in high school when my parents were suffering with there own monster (crack). They over came addiction after years of jail and living off other people. Them leaving for weeks and me and my siblings fending for ourselves. No one from the outside understood our turmoil that is
why I think fallout is your best of the trilology. You give the children a voice and for that you are amazing. Thanks for bringing these stories to us.
I just want to say that I love you you inspire me very much. If my sister would have not went to bot camp and told me about you I would have not seeing you next weekend. I first read crank and fell in love then I read burned, I went to the liberty and saw glass and I read it was the 2 book to crank and my heart stopped. My mom said I could not get it because I was in the middle of (not kidding page 115) I said I will Finnish burned that day and read glass. I finished burned and loved it. Then I finished glass and stared in tricks but I had to move out of the state so, we went to Target near my new house and saw fallout I made my dad buy in (it was 20$ it was new) I read that in 1 week. Then I got to me new school and people wear saying the school had 2 of you books. They did identical and impulse. Read them both, I just want to say that impulse was the best book I have ever read in my life. Then my school went on a filed to this place could Powell. My teacher said I would fall in love with it. I did I bought ricks, crank, glass, then i spent 50$ there for my b-day money I know have all your books. All I need is perfect and flirting with the monster and I m getting that before I see you. As you can see I love Ellen Hopkins.
Impulse saved my life. More than once. Burned kept me from losing myself. Crank, Glass, and Fallout inspired me to save a friend. Tricks helped me value myself. Identical showed me who I want to be. And I can’t wait to read Perfect. I wish I had a way to repay you for all that you’ve done for me, even though I may never meet you.
My friend got me into ellen hopkins and im so glad he did. you and michael harmon are my favorite authors. your books draw me in and i cant stop reading them. in class i get in trouble for pulling out one of your books and reading. i’ve read ticks and impulse so far adn am starting on crank. i cant wait tot read this book!
Well, looking at this blank comment section, I barely know how to start…Hi? Hi! My names Brittany.haha. Anyways I just wanted to write on this wall, because I wanted to say how much I truly love Ellen Hopkins writings and what an inspiration I think she is. I am a teenager who loves to read. And yes I know, that’s not something so common that you find anymore. Kids have so many other things out there like facebook, TV, and friends. And then there is the negative things like drugs, alcohol, etc. I know that being a teenager can be pretty rough at times. And I know I hear many adults say things like, ” wait till you’re older”, or “Trust me, its harder being an adult”. And I cant disagree, its hard being any age in life sometimes, but I know even from personal experiences, that being a young adult, or teenager in today’s society, can be very difficult, and confusing at times. There is so much peer pressure to try new things, that sometimes the temptations seem almost unbearable. I don’t drink, smoke, or party, and sometimes other kids look at me as being the “outsider”, I personally just don’t find the need to do those kinds of things to “fit” in. After reading Ellen Hopkins books, I have read more to understand how giving into those kinds of temptations, and letting others make decisions in your own life for you, don’t always turn out how you plan it too. I realize that I need to take control of my own life, and make my own decisions. Getting older, I know I am maturing into a young adult, and I don’t want to ruin my life by making really and decisions, and by letting peer pressure get the better of me. Ellen Hopkins is by far one of my most favorite authors. I started reading her books with an open mind, and just thought to read it for fun. Once I started reading, I knew I was hooked, and had to read all of her books. I absolutely love her books, because I feel the types of situations and emotions in them are very relevant, and can relate very well with people my age, including me. So now that I have finished my rambling, I would just like to say, that I feel it should be necessary for all teenagers to read Ellen Hopkins books. I feel teens could learn a lot, and really make them think twice before making that choice to smoke with their “friends”, or try drugs, just cause someone peer pressured them into it at a party. I feel these books would make kids really think about the importance of their decisions that they make, and not only how they will affect themselves, but the people around them. I love Ellen Hopkins, and look forward to reading more of her books in the future. I love her & hope she never stops writing, because I feel her writing makes a difference & can change lives.
The first book i ever read was impulse it broke my heart i related to this i struggled for years after i finished the book i cried , i realized that i was making things worse , cutting gave me a sense of relief a sense freedom like i could control the pain, it’s been almost a year since iv’e cut everytime i feel low or sad and feel like going back into that dark place i remember what i learned whith this book . no matter how much you wish you never cut again it’s always going to be a struggle ‘ but this book makes it easier . thank you ellen hopkins!!!!!!!
Ellen honestly you are my favorite author. Ive never enjoyed reading till the day i read a book of yours(Burned) and was in love with it, Actually i never even read before because it just seemed boring. So far ive read 5 of your booksand only own 3 right now but i cnt wait to get my hands on Perfect:) Everything you write is just exactly what many teens go through now’a days and i can actually relate to some of your characters. What i really like about yours books is that they are super easy to read, i actually read one of your books in half a day. Im amazed at how straightout your writing is and detailed. I also like Ask Alice which you didnt write someone anonymous supposebly did but have you considered writing a book based on someones diary? I really think it would be great if you did and others might think the same you should consider it. Well anyways thanks for being such a wonderful writter, entertaining, and touching many teens lifes.
i first found crank when i was thirteen. You realise how niave i was till i read your book. I should of read them at an oldr, wiser age, but your books are just to damn good to wait for. I have had many addictions in life, but your books are the one tht helps me the most. Thanks.
Love,
A fan
The only book i have read is Burned and i absolutely loved it. I love reading books involving people in a struggle with drugs so i cant wait to read your series with Crank, Glass, and Fallout. Your writing style also really keeps me reading. Poetry really makes me think and i love that about your books. It gives the reader an opportunity to figure out the characters and situations even more based on their own assumptions. I just wanted to say that you are an excellent writer and I’m excited to read all of your books now and in the future.
I had a friend who suffered froma drug addiction , similar to kristina’s or cristal’s. except it wasnt meth. and I let her borrow Crank , and she said that she could never thank me more , because after reading Crank, Glass, and Fallout, she was terrified of drugs. and I felt amazed that I helped someone with their drug addiction just by handing over a book. Ellen Hopkins, Your an amazing person , who has changed so many teen lives. Thank you , for everything Ellen.
you are an amazing author. i absolutely love your books. it touches down on true teen issues and all of your books are such an inspiration. i love them!
You are the most inspirational writer I have heard about & your books have been i my life for ever since I was 13. I love you sooo much even if i have never met you. Please keep writing. For me. For yourself. For us.
Mrs. Hopkins you are an Inspiring author and an amazing poet. You are one of my biggest heros and have made e realize my passion for words. I love your books and am so excited about Perfect(have to wait for my birthday to get it), you should consider coming to Springtown High School in Texas. A lot of us here love you and your books so please!
i have read Identical , Crank , Glass , Fallout , Impulse & now im almost finishing Tricks . i LOVE these book so much , i cant wait to read Perfect& Burned . Ibet they’ll be as good as the others .
Keep writing
, best wishes .
Aylin xoxo
First off I am glad to say this but you are my FAVORITE author EVER! I started reading your books in middle school and I first saw one of your books going by a bopok shlf in Wal-MART. I’m happy i walked by that shelf because I am addicted to reading your books. They always entertain me and i can read them over and over again! I just found out today by going on here to figure out the order of the books that you have a new book out and I litteraly got so excited, this completely made my day! I am happy to get it soon and Im asking my parents to get me the rest of your books for my Birthday or the closest holiday coming because I can’t wait to read them! Sincerly, A dedicated Reader
Ellen,
Thank you soooooo much i used to hate reading but then i read Crank i loved soo much even as a guy i enjoy all of your books I’m reading Perfect right now its amazing I’ve enjoyed it and i have been recommending all of your books to friends
Hi Ellen,
I love all the books that you have published, now I’m hooked on them. I remember walking into the bookstore a couple years ago, and I had gotten Impulse. Ever since I had read that book I thought to myself “I must read the others.” That same Christmas I had asked for more. I picked out what the store had. I couldn’t resist on not reading them. I probably read the first 30 pages of each. When we would go out of town I would look to see if there was any I was missing if I was I’d purchase them. I was so stoked on getting Perfect. I read it within 3 days I couldn’t put it down. I look forward to reading more. You have been such an inspiration to many, including myself. And I thank you for everything!
Dear Ellen,
I won’t make this long as I’m sure you won’t even ever get around to reading it (because you have so many fans, and I am but one among millions) but I have to try. I live in Minnesota and I have been wanting you to sign my favorite book forever. I am not sure when the last time you came to Minnesota is but your book impulse had such an impact on me (it has saved my life many times), I understood the characters so well. I would love for you to come to Minnesota for a book signing that would be a dream come true (your my favorite author <3) Your books have lifted me from some dark places and I would love to someday have an autographed copy of impulse.
~With much love, your forever fan, Margaret~
I have questions for you. What made you want to write these books and in spire you to publish them. Your books are amazing! Where do you get all these ideas and come up with so much information about these characters? I started reading your books when i was in the seventh grade and i fell in love with them right then and there.
Dear Ellen,
I recently discovered your books! (And I’m a Junior in High School, gah.) I’ve seen kids in Junior High and High School reading them, so I decided to give it a try. The first book I read was “Impulse.” I /immediately/ fell in love. I realized I honestly wasn’t the only one who felt so stupid and alone.
Over the years, I’ve gotten tired of seeing the same, stupid, fall-in-love beautiful heart-filled stories. Your books actually shows the world isn’t amazing. It’s something I really admire.
Dear Ellen,
I recently discovered your books! (And I’m a Junior in High School, gah.) I’ve seen kids in Junior High and High School reading them, so I decided to give it a try. The first book I read was “Impulse.” I /immediately/ fell in love. I realized I honestly wasn’t the only one who felt so stupid and alone.
Over the years, I’ve gotten tired of seeing the same, stupid, fall-in-love beautiful heart-filled stories. Your books actually shows the world isn’t amazing. It’s something I really admire.
I just wanted to say, “Thank you.” I will always continue to read your books. <3
I was a huge fan of your books. They inspired me so to speak. I have some of the problems you talk about in your damn books. I have Anorexia(an eating disorder), Cutting problems, Sex addiction, etc. These books don’t inspire me to get better. They do the exact opposite. I went back and read Impulse the oher day after 2 years in treatment and it triggered urges. I’m not saying I don’t like them I just don’t like what you are writing about. You can give people ideas to have an eating disorder or cutting problems. DO you want that??? Teenagers like myself need to know facts yes…but all? i’m not asking to stopyou to stop writing but STOP THE DETAILS!
Wow, dude, harsh. I think, as a person with similar issues, the details were just enough. I agree, there were definitely some triggers when reading Impulse, but if that’s what you got from the book, I think you missed the point entirely.
I abesolutely love your books. I’ve been following them since I read Crank in 2004 when I was 13 years old. I always get so excited everytime I find a new one out. I just bought PERFECT this morning and I am already almost finished with it. Keep up the great work and keep them coming!
Every time I read one of your books, something inside of me sparks to life. My favorite has to be Impulse. The concept of suicide interests me, and I have explored all its aspects. Every time I go to Half Price Books I always look for Impulse. It was there once, and I didn’t have enough money. I wish that I had bribed my dad into getting it for me. You have inspired me. Thank you.
i just finished identical, and i have read parts of burned. you are the most amazing writer i have come across in a while. i am so very much looking forward to reading the rest of your books. keep on writing! xoxo
Oh Miss Ellen,
You’ve inspired me so much. To write poetry straight from the heart, and just let the juices flow. as the pen pierces the page. My perspective in life has been greatly changed by your books, how people can struggle, but still make it through life as the rest of us. Your story telling is one in a trillion, your characters become etched into our lives, and give us a greater view of tragedy and triumph through the eyes of others
A life’s journey’s worth of thank yous, and keep writing!!!
When will you be coming to Barnes and Noble in Portage,MI again? i missed u last time and i was so upset! I absolutely love all your books theres not one that i wouldnt recommend to my friends and co-workers! I just got done reading identical and Im going to get perfect soon and cant wait for triangle! keep doing what you do!
So i just have to say that i hated reading until i picked up one of your books 2 years ago and since september ive read 3 more i love them and i cant wait to ginish reading them all
I have every one of these books and I am buying the newest one today after work. I am IN LOVE with your writing Ellen. PLEASE keep them coming I also just realized that you have an adult side with a book and i will also buy that one.
Having read all of your books and owning a couple of them, I cannot wait until I’m able to get a hold of Perfect. I know it’s been out for a while, I just need to make it to the bookstore! Anyways, I absolutely love your books, the issues they address all seem to be taboo subjects in society and it’s interesting to read about what the life of someone who deals with all of those things might be like. Its really made me think about the life I have and appreciate it a whole lot more. So thank you for writing them, and I hope to read more soon!
I just wanted to say, I absolutely love all of your poem books. I’ve read them all, am excited to read Perfect. Your writing relates to teens all over the world, without a doubt. They are touching, emotional, just plain amazing. I am a huge fan and hope you never stop writing
Dear Ellen,
All of your books have impacted me in different ways and have been powerful enough to make me feel empathy towards the characters; crying when they cry feelin elation when they do. Truely powerful writing.
In all honesty however, nothing has hit me harder than the Author’s Note in the back of Perfect. I have struggled for a long time with trying to satisfy the views everyone else has had of how i can reach perfection. The words in your author’s note were the first time I have ever felt that someone really understood and are helping to empower me to take control of my life and my self image. I am now attemping to accept myself and make the inside count the most and shine!
Thank You for giving me the girft of self worth and of course your amazing books!
omg i picked up crank at book store at random because i had nothing to read as soon as i read it i went online and brought glass fallout impulse burned and identical
read glass and fallout they were amazing!!!
mostly through impuse its so inspiring cant wait till i have the money to buy tricks and perfect!!
yur amazing <3
I think that it’s great to read about things like the topics in your books. We don’t hear about things like addictions or depression in teens and it’s really nice to see that there are other people who understand and can relate to it. You’re books have had a great impact on me and I love your work. Thank you for showing me that we’re not always alone and that there are always people who care.
OMG!!! i just started reading a book my teacher recommended, Burned, and i just finished reading it like 15 min ago and i loved it!!! I loved the story about Pattyn and i was happy that she and Ethan were going to be together. DEVASTATED i seriously cried tears(REAL TEARS with sadness) when i found out that Ethan died and his baby along with the memory too :’( i need to start your books from the beginning starting with Crank. LOVED Burned and hope to get a reply from you
Ellen,
Your books have changed me in a way I cannot explain. They have created a sense of awareness that i have never had before. I thank you for opening your heart and sharing what its REALLY like to be addicted to drugs/love/abuse. You opened your heart to thousands of teens (like myself), and helped us belong somewhere. You showed us that we are not alone, but there are other people going through the same things we are. To be honest, I dont know where i would be right now if i hadn’t have read your books. Like I said, your books have changed the way i view life, and love. i beg of you to continue on writing, and i will continue on reading. Thank You Ellen Hopkins.
I love your books and I love everything you are. These books have gone along with me in my self harm issues and helped bring me out. ‘Perfect’, ‘Impulse’, and all of your other books, those especially have helped me realize a lot. I want to thank you for writing these books and I hope you will continue writing these books because I am now on a journey to read each and every single one of your books from here on out. (: Thank you, so very much.
Ellen Hopkins, you changed my life. I absolutely love your writing. I finished Perfect while I was in school and was trying so hard not to cry. Your writing is absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much.
Recently I checked two of your books out of the library: “Impulse” and “Burned”. I have friends who have read your stuff before, but had never actually read any of your works myself. Until these two books. First off, I cannot express how original your writing form is. Your use of poetry in your books is amazing. And the topics you write about. They are real topics that many teens and young adults struggle with but brush under the carpet in fear of being embarassed. Your books have a character to them that is hard to find in most books out there today that aren’t about real life. You tackle the hard stuff, and you do it brilliantly. In the two books that I checked out, especially “Impulse”, there were comments written in it by prior readers. They were so affected by your writings and could connect so well to the subjects and what the people in your books were going through, that they felt the need to share it through a little note in the pages of this book. And it made them feel safe. You have a way with words that make people realize that it’s not shameful to experience things in life, or feel things, that society feels are embarassing or things to be ashamed about. It’s incredible how you created a sort of safe place for people who are suffering.
And for this reason, you are my inspiration. I have had a very unique life growing up, and your books are the first things that I have found that have made me realize that feelings that aren’t necessarily normal in society are normal and should not be hidden in a dark corner and ignored. I hope to one day be able to do the same with my writing. To touch people in a way that helps them, to tackle the hard things in life, to let people know that it isn’t always rainbows and butterflies, but that there is always hope for a better tomorrow.
I thought that you needed to know just how… just incredible your books are and how they are affecting those that read them.
And if there were any tips you could give me in my writing, I would really appreciate it if you could check out my blog, http://www.wording-is-everything.blogspot.com, that I recently started. I just hope one day that my writing will be able to have just half of the impact that yours does.
Thank you for writing.
hey i was wondering what order your books go in cuz i am almost finished with glass and i dont know what book comes next???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
Glass is the sequel to Crank, so comes after. Fallout is a companion to those two, and comes after. The others are totally different stories and can be read in any order. If it interests you, I wrote them in this order: Crank, Burned, Impulse, Glass, Identical, Tricks, Fallout, Perfect.
you have a gift . you touch peoples hearts with your writing . any one can relate to the real raw emotions you pin point in each story . i’m grateful for each & everyone of your books they help me figure myself out . keep writing !
Your books inspire me to keep writing because it is what i love to do. Every time i am at a book store, or just a regular store i look to see if you have any new books out and i did that today and i was super happy to find your book Perfect. It’s amazing and your books are amazing. I am happy to say your my inspiration for everything i write and do and always will be. Please keep writing i can not wait until another book comes out.
your words Ellen change so many, your poems make a person want to reap from their souls a danty dish for all her servants. You books are mesmerizing. They are heart filled, I can feel your voice in them. They have a mighty power, they make me shiver. Thank you for these devine glorious books to fill our brains and to make us not scared of true life dilemma’s.
Sincerely,
Ash;ey Gentz
You’re not only an inspiration to me, but you have saved my life. Your works describe things teenagers face everyday all the time. They give us something to relate to and remind us we are not alone. Thank you so much for the work you do and for personally saving my life. You will always mean so much to me. I’m asking for Perfect for my birthday coming up, I can’t wait to read it. Impulse is my favorite of your books, so Perfect is definitely something I have been looking forward to. Thank you.
You’re amazing
When my friend Jordan first told me about how great your book Impulse was, I was considering reading it. To my suprise, Impulse wasnt the first one I read. It was Identical. Which was a book that I couldnt stand to put down. Shortly after I read Impulse then Tricks followed that. Now I’m currently Reading Fallout.
Thank you.
My mom was once a drug addict before mt brother and I were born, she tells me stories about overcoming her addiction and what it was like to be painfully addicted to meth and marajuana.
She talks about how many struggles she had still being a teen at age 22 and becoming an adult for once.
Your books have made me realize that life is worse than I realize for some. They make me want to become a better person not only for myself but for my mom and the people who love me.
– Kathleen
Hey! I love your books! I love all you write about. I have read Crank, Glass, Tricks, and I am currently reading Fallout! I am going to read Impulse as soon as I finish it! Thank you for writing as much as you do!
I just finished reading “Perfect” and it gave me so many different emotions. This was, by far, my favorite. I’m just struggling with what to do in my own life. This book has given me more confidence but also more confusion/questions. I need to wait for the right time to say what I want to. My problem is, when will I know it’s the right time? I love everything about this book, mostly the meaning. Ellen, you’ve been a huge source of inspiration to me. I hope that “Perfect” will help me connect with the person I want to connect with/accept me the most.
The first book I read by Ellen Hopkins was Impulse. After reading all of the other books I am now holding her eighth book. Thank you Ellen Hopkins for giving a voice to teens and everyone who has a story similar to the ones in your book. They are very truthful.
Crank, Glass, and Fallout are the only ones in the Crank trilogy, centered around Kristina. Burned, Identical, and Tricks are all three different stories and can be read in any order, seeing as none of them impact one another. Impulse and Perfect are companion books. Though the different books focus on different characters, they do go hand in hand. I suggest you read Impulse first and then Perfect, because Perfect’s timeline extends a little past that of Impulse’s.
omg im reading perfect RIGHT now and i love ur books my fav is “BURNED” but i really cant say i only like 1 i love all ur books and i cant wait to read “SMOKED” coming out in 2013
Hi! I have been a dedicated fan for sometime now. I have read all your books and im reading perfect right now. I love them! They are normally the only books that i can relate to on a deep level. I love the passion in your books. I also love to write, i bet you hear this often, but you have inspired me to write a novel. Its hard so i highly admire you. I have so much i want to say because your books have helped and inspired me so, but i just dont have the words to express. So thank you! Please dont stop writing!!
Your loving fan.
~ Taylor.
I love your books. I can not stop reading them.
I just received my copy of ‘PERFECT’ in the mail, and I can not wait to begin reading it.
PLEASEEEEE WRITE MORE!
Ok so I have a question…. I read on this website that Crank was based somewhat on family experinces and real life stories so how do you know the Kristina character and what other books are based on true facts of life experiences? I may have read it wrong but i read that you have experienced drugs so is that true? What I do know is that I read Crank from my school library… Finailly cause we had a waiting list for it and after that I wanted to read Glass and know I am waiting on that one cause there is a waiting list for that one Crank was sooo great I reccomened it to my freinds and they are now on the waiting list…. I hope that my school library doesn’t cancel all of your books because my librarian has taken Tricks off of the shelf and so I am going to have to read it some other way… I hope that I can meet you some time I would love to get a book signed by you and be able to meet you face to face that would be sooo cool!
Thankyou. I find it so hard to believe that someone so distant form me could have such a great impact on my life. Ellen Hopkins you have saved my life in more ways than you will ever know. You got my attention with Impulse, a book listed on our list in a Teen Book Club. I was supposed to wait and read along with the group. Instead I finished the book in one sitting. I cried through most of it so scared at how many parts of my life I saw in those characters. I saw myself as Conner hiding his real feelings in his shell.
After Impulse I was hooked. Burned came next and I was absolutely obsessed. Finally, a YA book about a true romance. A relationship that wasn’t perfect and full of fantasy. Finally a real girl with a real story and a real relationship I could relate to.
For the longest time ever I thought I was the only one who had a hard time and had these problems so I just kept them to myself. I couldn’t take the pain of telling someone, I felt like a burden to all. But your books are what inspired me to change. Instead of just looking for a way to ease the pain you taught me that I needed to face it and fix it. You gave me the courage to speak up and help myself.
And even when there was no one to speak up to I felt like I had someone. I felt like I had these characters to rely on if I was feeling suicidal I could just look at the impact Conner’s suicide had on an entire group of people and see that it wasn’t something that needed to be done.
So thankyou to your many book and all the times you have saved me from myself
When i first started reading Crank it hit me that kristina is just like my mom. It gave me more sympathy towards her instead of hating her for how my life turned out. Then finally after Glass i read Fallout and i was awed by how Hunter understood how i felt about my mom. My mom has been doing drugs for as long as i can remember mainly meth. When i was born i weighed 3 pounds and 9 ounces and i was a month late. i was addicted to meth when i was born and i was a alchohol fetal Syndrome baby because of how my mom chose to live her life. Im fine now no disabilities or anything but like Autumn i was in fostercare a lot of my life.
I’ve read every single one of your books – multiple times. The first one I ever read was Impulse when I was 17 and it is still my favorite book. The year previous to reading it my parents had put me in the hospital for being a danger to myself and others. I really, truly, wanted to die. Not only did I connect with Vanessa’s character, who I share many of the same traits with (bipolar disorder, self injury…), I also found myself really identifying with Conner. When everyone in your life is putting pressure on you to be someone you’re not sure you really are, it’s hard not to break down and say “forget it.” I’ve almost said “forget it” far too many times. My whole body is covered in scars that were self inflicted just to help relieve some of the pressure. I found it very hard to be everything everyone was wanting me to be when there was no clear path to perfection. Because I’m not perfect. No one is. But our imperfections are what makes each and every one of us perfect in our own way. I guess you could say I felt empowered after reading Impulse and again, after reading Perfect. They send out such a strong message to people like me. People who think just because they can’t be what they’re told they should, they aren’t good enough and shouldn’t be here. I’ve found though, perfection is what you make of it. Once I stopped trying to live my life for others, things just kind of fell into place. Somehow I got myself into college, and now I’m on my way to a degree in journalism with a minor in creative writing. Because that’s what I want to do with my life. My mother, who I always thought believed I was a disappointment, couldn’t be prouder. Though she still picks on me from time to time, telling me I’d be perfect if I lost ten pounds, or suggesting all the ways I could improve my performance, I realize that it doesn’t matter. She only wants the best for me and to see that I’m going to be able to support myself… her own insecurities reflected onto me.
I still have my moments sometimes. I’m sure all people with mental disorders do. I don’t let those moments push me over the edge anymore. I stay strong and keep moving forward. I owe a lot of that strength and courage to your books. Whenever I get overwhelmed by the pressure to be “perfect” I have a reminder that nothing is ever enough to end my own life. On my left wrist, accompanies by the scars of my past…
… a perfect paper airplane.
I have it tattooed there to remind me to never give up or cave under the pressure. The only person I need to please is myself, and the others will follow. At 20 years of age, life has kicked my butt, but I think I’m doing a pretty dang good job of kicking it right back.
you know i didnt even have to finish reading what you wrote to kno i had to reply. I understand the hospitilization thing ive been 6 times since i was 11 (im 16 ) I guess u can call me crazy.lol, I have been cutting since i was 11 and have attepmted suicide 8 times. I am bipolar, i have MDD ( major depressive disorder), PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) and Anxiety disorder.
i love Ellen Hopkins! her books are so real and they actually tell about real life problems such as drug addiction, prostitution, and parents wanting their kids to be Perfect!
These books changed my life. i live and breathe ellen hopkins. her work is my world. her words have so easily wound their way around my heart and found a special place encrypted in my soul. i have jut finished perfect, and i was so amazed by the beauty. i thank you for everything. keep writing.
you should come to panama city florida for a book sighning. I have all of your books and i would love to get them all sighned by you. Or even if you do a sighning close to PC that would be amazing!
I’ve only had the privelage of reading two of your books (impulse and burned) but they were so good. I can relate to the characters so well. They’re truly amaing books and I’m hoping to get the rest of them soon. Keep writing, it’s hard to find good young adult authors for me.
All your books are beautifully written and inspiring, they get my mind spinning with ideas and thoughts. I’ve already read all of them besides Perfect which I’m interested in purchasing very soon. Continue writing the world could certainly benefit from your words.
I just read your book Tricks. I think you should right a novela talking about where they all are now and all. Because my curiosity is spinning. It was by far my faveorite one. Can’t wait for perfect.
Miss Hopkins, I would like to thank you for writing books like Burned, Impulse, and Identical. Those were the first three books of yours I read (in that order). I discovered Burned at my college library a year ago and it spoke to me so much that I couldn’t stand to pull myself away from it and read it in about four hours. I have just finished Identical today and plan to start Perfect soon. I’m 21 and your books speak to me because I can empathize with what the characters are experiencing. It’s hard for me explain in words but it’s like these stories help me to cope with my depression and having grown up with an abusive father. I can’t wait to read my library’s copy of Perfect. Good luck and happy writing, Miss Hopkins!
Mrs Hopkins, you say what people don’t have the guts to even think about. you dig deep underneath the heart and say what has to be heard. every book ive read has made me stop and swallow each beautiful word after the other. they have made me cry, shiver and given me hours or thinking. thank you for every book.
In many ways Ive taken on many of the struggles in your books sometimes when i feel as if I’m alone I turn to an Ellen Hopkins book finding my inner strength thankyou <3
i fricking love your books! they taught me what not to do and what to do with the right person at the right time with the right equipment.(if that makes sense) ive read 6 of 8 of your books! theyre amazing im always reccommending them to people! the only ones i havent read are identical and perfect. i just finished fallout and i was hoping that there was going to be more to the ending. i also have a question and i would greatly appreciate if you would write back. in your book glass the words that arent in the paragraph make a sentence did you do that on purpose? and also is it in every book? i didnt notice it until one day i decided to read a couple pages without those words and then just those words. weird?….. also i love your books and never stop writing. your books changed my life and morals!
i love your books i cry when i read them because i can relate to them alot. i told my mom about your books and my mom don’t like reading but when she picked up one of your books and started reading she couldn’t put it down
I Loveeeee Everyone of your books, I look forward to reading every new copy and you are my all time favorite writer. Your work is amazing and it takes a true artist to write the way you do, Im super envious…. Loveee Your Work
Your books are simply amazing. I just finished Perfect tonight. I literally sat in Barnes & Noble all night reading because I can’t afford to buy the book. You have such a talent with words and verse. The characters you construct are so real and believable. When I read your books, I feel like I’m looking into your character’s souls. I don’t think I’ve read an author as fearless as you are. Thank you what you do, and please keep the books coming!!
What can I say? Ellen, there’s a chance you might not see this comment, or maybe you will, but, your Crank books gave me more than everything I felt about my life. The comparison of me, Kristina, and your Kristina. Besides our names, we have similar personalities. I never did drugs, but my parents did/are. I understand everything that was said in the books and everything that your Kristina did.
When ‘Hunter’ was born, it reminded me of my baby cousin being born. I know her mother loves her deeply, but sometimes it never shows. I know I love her, so much. But, I won’t be the one that’ll never show it.
Thanks for writing something that was based on the truth.. but also fiction.
Just thank you. For this. For me. For everyone.
I would love for you to come to Des Moines Iowa. I have read all your books, except Perfect. Very excited to see what’s in store with that one. I survived a similar story to some of what was in Impulse. It was very hard to read at times, but at the end it made me so happy to still be here. I am happy, married, and excpecting my first child. Thank you Ellen. Your work is so incredible.
Ellen,
I was reading ‘Perfect’ and can recognize the struggles of feeling worthless and not good enough in your characters. When I read your authors note at the end, the last paragraph really spoke to me. I realize now that inner beauty is what truly matters not outer. Odd how it took a complete stranger writing to millions of people to get across to me what even my family and friends couldn’t: that perfection is varying, that I will find someone who is good for me, and that I am perfect just the way I am.
Thank you. Truly and deeply. Thank you.
I have read most of your books, and I really enjoy them. The school don’t have Perfect and Fallout, which I would love to read. I’m not a big reader but since I found your books, I have liked reading but only your books. I think that, you have impacted my life, your books really interest me even though I haven’t had these problems in my life. It shows how people, really struggle in life, and how they deal with it. Thank You for writing these books.
Hey, Ellen, I have something to say. I’m not sure if you would do this but I think you make a good book out of this idea: teenagers who struggle with sexuality. I am having a bit of a situation with me being gay, my bisexual friend, and lesbian friend. I think it would be helpful to those if you wrote a book relating to this topic. Just an idea.
I love you!!!
i love your books i have all of them except for fall out and perfect.
i like your books cause i could relate to them ina way…..
hopefully i meet you one day your books make me feel like im not alone you know?
like people could relate to them…. <3
Hello, I’ll would just like to say that your books are heart touching and I can’t stop reading them. I have read Identical and i fell in love with it. Every page is mind-blowing, especially the outcome of the story. It gave me chills and that time i just know I got to read more of your books!
That is why I checked out Burned & Tricks in my school library! Tricks is one of the books that I relate to and I can’t wait to read burned that i know that will once again touch my heart! <3
I'M SO FREAKING EXCITED ABOUT PERFECT! I'm just waiting for it to come in my school library! I wish you can visit Hawaii, I really want to meet you! Well i guess that's it, I hope you continue to write more books, and We your readers will continue to support you (including me)!
I don’t remember how, but 2 years ago, I heard about your books. They sounded neat so I went to the bookstore to find them. When I found your books, I read that descriptions. I came to find them very intriguing so I bough Crank and Glass. I read them both (in the wrong order) and fell completely in love with your work. You may never understand just how much these books mean to me and my life so I’ll put it simply. I’ve gone through some hard times in life where I feel that drugs or suicide or cutting is the only option but recently, whenever I feel like I just can’t go on and I have nobody who can talk to me, I will pick up one of your books and open it up to a random page in hopes that it will be a very deep and intense page that will remind me what I want to do is wrong and that I can go on. I’m currently reading Impulse for my Emglish class reading project. I have to do a book talk and either make a Soundtrack or a Photo Album that goes along with the book. So it was obvious I would chose one of your incredible books. So far, this book has hit me the hardest. I’m realizing just from the first 30 pages that life could be worse and that I’m not alone. So thank you very much for writing and publishing. Without your books, I might not have been able to make it through some of the hard times that I’ve been through these past two years. I hope you continue to write these incredible books for yound adults like myself to really understand what their life could be like. But might I just say I would absolutely love to get the chance to thank you in person one day for writing such beautiful literature. Thank you again. I speak for many when I say this.
WOW. You’re books are honestly amazing! I’m reading Tricks, Burned, Impluse, and Perfect. (Actually, I finished Perfect! GREAT BOOK. My favorite). You’re such an amazing author. Your books have all been sold out in my library at school! So now, I need to wait for Identical, Crank, Glass, Fallout! My friends got me hooked on to your books, thanks to them! I swear, I finished PEFECT within two hours! Thats how hooked I was. You’re books are truly amazing and I hope I finish all of them.
- PLEASE MAKE MORE BOOKS! You’re truly amazing!
OMG! i love your books . they are amazing!! I know you wrote a trilogy but, my all time favorite character is Conner from the book Impulse. He makes a small appearance in Perfect also. I cried when he died . i don’t know why but, when i started reading Impulse, Conner immediatly stood out to me .
You see after reading Crank I fell in love with your writing, reading Glass, Burned, Fallout, Tricks, I couldn’t stop. Though Impulse, it got me hard. Conner’s story I fell in love with. I just finished Perfect and am in tears. You see, with my life I really can’t relate to any of your books. Though they make me think, they change my mood dramatically. Especially Perfect.
Everyone tells me I have a skill in writing, that I should take it further. Your books, and the emotion they bring, to myself and many more. Your writing inspires me to follow in your footsteps.
I just want to thank you for everything, for writing, and for being who you are.
Ellen Hopkins, the name is like a gift to my ears, The most talented writer in this time and isn’t scared to revel unconformable subjects. I still remember the day I picked up one of her books, I was about 12, I walked into the local public library and carelessly picking up books and putting them into my bag, when I came across a book with a interesting cover and a even more interesting summary, This book was Crank, so I threw it into my bag and brought it home with me. I was shocked by how descriptive this book was and how real it was, how personal you was with the character. I’ve been hooked since that day, every Christmas and Birthday I beg for one of her books. When I find out a new book has been released I jump because i’m so happy and my determination to make money and buy it, goes through the roof. I hope one day to meet such a amazing poet, writer, and person. I couldn’t been happier then the day I opened the door to her books and i’ll never stop. Ellen Hopkins, you inspire me more then words could ever describe and you always leave me breathless. Please keep writing for us because I promise i’ll be one of your fans that will never leave no matter what you do.
hello……(trying to freak because Ellen Hopkins might comment back…)um.. you really and truly are an amazing writer. your book burned made me cry in school my teachers were like ..”tori..? why are you crying???” me:”look” i showed them the book and the part were*** SPOILER ALERT ~!! Ethan dies ad there pshh k..
!♥♥3 i love your books but probly the most important thing i have to say is K33P 0N WRITING!!!!!!
i loved reading your books so much. The part of crank when Kristina got raped it made me very upset and made me feel like Brandon waas apart of my everyday life. I can’t wait to read the rest of the books
I love your books Ellen. You are a true poet. Your poems speak volumes to me. I recently took Impulse and Burned with me to the mental hospital. They were great choices. I love that you have such rounded characters in your stories. They’re amazing to follow.
Ellen.. Your book perfect helped me so much… I am caught up in roids and trying to be perfect jock prep athlete..Your books have helped me start to me the real guy i am and not a a person trying to seeak perfeaction in poitless ways
Mrs. Hopkins,
You truly are an amazing author. Your books get to me every time. I always feel like I know the characters, in real life. You are such an outstanding author. I absolutely love your work. It helps me realize I’m not the only one who is dealing with serious issues. I am speechless. I wish I had the chance to meet you. You are such a strong woman, and a huge role model in my life. Keep on writing. thank you for helping me, even if you don’t know it, you’ve saved my life.
Ellen Hopkins is the most amazing, thrilling, and detailed writer. Her books gave so much detail that i thought i was right there it was very nice. So Ellen hopkins you are the best keep it up…..!!!
Reading an Ellen Hopkins novel is like looking in the mirror. In each character, you find that dark side of yourself, the things you’ve always wanted to try, the things you’e always feared, and/or the things you have somehow trapped yourself in. All of her novels have left me close to tears, which very few books can do to me. They have inspired a story I want to put out there for teens like me, looking for proof that someone else has gone through this, you’re not alone. I can’t possibly explain how much these novels have moved me, touched me, and helped me. Mrs. Hopkins, you are mind-blowingly amazing, and I could not be happier that I ever came across your books. Thank you from me, and all my friends as well. I wish there was more I could say because reading what I have just written, it’s not enough to explain what you and your books mean to me. Just thank you, thank you so much.
Hi.
The only reason I bought Crank, was because I could afford it. Lousy reason, I know. But, I am SO glad I bought it. Once I began reading it, I could not stop. I couldn’t pay much attention to anything else. I would be in class, or hanging with friends, & in the back of my head, I’d be screaming,’ I need to go read some more of Crank.’ So, when I finished it, I went to the library and got Glass. That took me two days.. I loved it! Then, it took me over a month to get Fallout, & i just finished it about ten minutes ago. I didn’t cry till the very last line. Where Kristina said she hope God still hasn’t given hope on her. Even though in Fallout, you make it about her kids, & you make Kristina out to be a horrible mother, (which she is) I still have felt a deep connection to her. I felt sorry for her the whole time. And the anger from her kids made me sad. Hunter, for some weird reason, was my favorite character in this series, besides Kristina. Probably because in some way, they relate to me. Not that i do drugs, no. But temptation makes it hard not to want to try.. Yet, I’m not. Kristina’s tale has impacted me.
i am a biiiiiiig fan i love your books. the book impulse influenced me to not cut myself anymore thanks ellen your the best i love your writing style i hope to be a writter one day please contact me
omg i love ur books they r inspirational to me and i love all of them cant wait to read perfect cus Impulse is my favorite so far but im ALWAYS hooked in the first line and no matter how old i get their always great … keep up the good work girl!! <3 Vicki
Hi, I’d just like to say that your books and your writing style are AMAZING! I’ve always identified a lot with Kristina, because even though I’ve never tried drugs and never plan to try them, Kristina used to be a really smart, good girl before she started experimenting with drugs, and that’s kind of like how I am, so I always thought that she could almost be like me, and I always wondered what my life would be like if I had made decisions like hers. But anyway, I hope you keep writing awesome books for a really long time!
As a recovering meth addict I would just like to thank you for being as real as you were. I read alot of memoirs and fiction books of drug users [mostly meth addicts like myself] and your books Crank and Glass have it down. The style of the writing even is everywhere just like a tweekers mind. The racing thoughts, the lost time, the emptiness inside, being told you look like you’re dead, the intense rage, all of it… even the way you describe the way is feels when you snort a line or smoke from a bulb. I literally got flash backs from reading these books and I can’t wait to go on to Fallout. Thank you for these books. It gives a great incite to what this monster does not just to the users but, to everyone that person is close to.
ive been reading your books since i was 13, im almost 17 now and i am just finishing the book glass, i was so excited to see you came out with a new book (perfect), and i cant wait to read it! your books are so real, its amazing. when i read any of your books i can relate to them in at least five different ways. its funny, because before i was introduced to your books, i couldnt stand reading, but now its hard to even put my book down, i go through your books in four days tops, but usually two lol. i cant wait to see more of your books coming into my schools library. i really hope you continue writing more books. i think you should write more to go with crank, glass and fall out!
I just wanted to say thank you Ellen…your writing not only inspires…but it invites thoughts, dreams, and reality into the lives of many. I love every book you have written in your young-adult group and intend to read every one of your books in your adult section as well. God bless and please….keep writing!
I was going through a tough time since I started middle school, and after I read Crank, I felt like I wasn’t alone anymore. I felt like there was help. Now I am a High School Sophomore and helping people. Your books are not only an inspiration, but a helping hand as well. Thank You so much.
Hey! ITS BRIANA ELLEN!! REMEMBER ME? FROM THAT BOOK SIGNING?! remember signing my book?! you smiled at me! i tried to give you a hug but those big security guys wouldnt let me I’LL HUG YOU SOMEDAY ELLENNN! HUGS <3 LUV YA <3
Ellen Hopkins, I have to say this: When I first saw CRANK in the bookstore, I read the back and thought “hm…Interesting enough.” Funny thing was, I didn’t know that crank was a drug and thought in the book crank was a person, and when i found out it was drug, i looked at the cover and was like, “Oh, I see it now!” So I read through crank in one day. The book, TRICKS i read before that and thought it was amazing. So after CRANK, I called my aunt and was like “OMG! I NEED GLASS NOW!” So she bought me GLASS and I read through that in like a few days. And then i bought FALLOUT and at the end, I thought, “Wow. My parents used to drugs. My parents used to do all of this, and I still live with them.” I was able to see that my life really wasn’t that bad compared to Kristina’s and her kids. The ride was amazing. I read the first 100 pages of IMPULSE and ordered in and IDENTICAL in hardcover. I wanted to rad IMPULSE because it was about things I could relate to unlike drugs and figured if the crank series almost made me cry, this would make me cry! Hard! So they should be in my mailbox in a few days! I love you Ellen Hopkins! Happy Halloween!
P.S. In CRANK, it was kind of like a person. The monster does things to you that no real person could and I love how you showed that in your series. You are an amazing writer! Keep writing books!
I agree!
I also feel that She is trying to get over the hard, rocky, bumps in her life, that a teenage girl would go through the same way. But some parts arent always what a teenage girl would go through. I abosolutley ADORE her books! ♥
your books are so inspiring! I can read them in a day a less because I can’t ever put them down! also i love how they are about REAL issues, not just the sugar coated ones. excited for another book!:)
I’ve always loved Ellen’s books. A maximum of a week after they come out I will have already bought and read them. Until today, I never took the time to truly know her story. I am doing a presentation on her and books (obviously) so I thought it was necessary to learn more about her. After reading as much as possible, I love her as an author even more. Ellen, your life story is amazing.
I absolutely adore your books, they are amazing. You touch issues in a way no author does, well not one that I have read that’s for sure. All of your books have been an amazing, cannot put it down till I am finished read which is the one I look forward to the most. I really hope they will make your books into movies! They would be wonderful as well. All the best, keep writing and inspiring! xo
The real story: behind Crank took place between the years 1995 and 1971. “Hunter,” aka Orion, was born in 1996.
^that is posted on your Bio page… shouldn’t it say between the years “1971-1995″ or was there a goof up somewhere?
&I’m a stickler for details… In Fallout, when Trey & Autumn are traveling to see Kristina’s parents, they go from Texas to Nevada (a trip I actually know well, I live in Texas & go to New Mexico to see family & on to Arizona/Nevada to see more family).
It states that they’re in Arizona & then the next page I believe, it says they grabbed a hotel room in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It wouldn’t make sense to see that…
And I’m really sorry I sound critical, but I actually LOVE your books, I’m always saving up my money JUST to buy them… You’re an amazing writer & some of your stories hit close to home… I’m just very weird about details…
Dear Ellen,
I wrote you on FAcebook, but I was a bit confused with the answer.
You said that there were four other novels, but please explain to me the order of the crank books. I want to read Impulse, and Tricks, and Perfect, but im confused if they are in the same serious, or not. And I want to know what order they are in so I can get more of them at my school library. Thankyou! I ♥ your books!
Ellen Hopkins,
Your books made a huge difference in my life. They made me look back on the mistakes I’ve made in my life and wanna be a better person. Every single one of your books have made me cry. I love them so much. Your my favorite author. Your books kept me from committing suicide.
Thank you.
No; I don’t like your books because they have have happy endings
No; I don’t like the way things end most of the time
BUT
Yes; I love how you can put reality in a book that you can open and read
Yes; I love the way you phrase and shape each of your poems
Yes; I love the word choices that you make that describe every scenario that appears
Yes; I love the way you dared to talk about the lives who drugs, sex, and abuse had taken over it
so i have to say that i may be a little bit older than some who read these books, i am 26. but, i love all of her books. i can relate to all of them in a way thats hard to explain. i am sooo ready to read her new book Triangles. ellen has a way of reaching out to people who have issues and also people who have over came issues in thier lives. i am inspired when i pick up a book by her. when i open any of her books, i can not put it down no matter what i need to do or how tired i am!! i just love her!!
I just finished crank and i couldn’t put it down.. im searching desperately to try to get my hands on a copy of burned but its hard when you live on such a small island. I can not wait to finish the series and other books you have written i have been looking for a good book that i cant put down and im happy i read crank. You are an amazing writer and im sure have helped many familes or people who have gone through the same sort of thing
i just finished reading the book FALLOUT and i have never been more in love with books. im hoping to get your most reacent book Perfect. i must say i cant wai. im currently writing a book and i hope it will be as good as yours. after reading the bok Impulse itt… your inspiered me to become a writter. wish me luck.
^.^v
I just wanted to say that your book are the best I’ve ever written. I’ve read each and every one of them (The YA ones, at least) and loved them all. They all touched me and left a mark that will never fade. I love how you’re not afraid to write the truth, even if others find the subject taboo or try to hide it from teenagers like me. I’m a 14 year old girl, and I’ve been reading your books since I was 12, and it’s because of your books that I will be more cautious than others when it comes to things like drugs, sex, love, and lies.
The thing is, I can relate to all of your characters so well, in so many different ways. I cried my way through most of your books, but especially Glass, because Hunter’s childhood story is basically my own.
I don’t want to sound like I’m being an over-dramatic young teenager, but your books saved my life, in so many different ways. Impulse, especially. That and Perfect showed me what I was doing to myself and gave me the will to stop.
The last thing I have to say is that I’m surprised that you’ve written about so many pressing topics (Drugs, suicide, abuse, prostitution, eating disorders, and homosexuality among these) but haven’t yet written about transgenders or Gender Identity Disorder. It’s a topic very close to me, and I’d love to see it in one of your books one day. I don’t mean to suggest it if it’s something against your Religion (God only knows how much I struggle with the conflict between the two) or the like, but it is a large issue that would be interesting to read about.
I’m not sure if you’ll even read this, but thank you so much for what you’ve given me through your writing. <3
I agree completely! I think sexuality is a big part of today’s issues and one specifically toward things like that would be great. I have always struggled and am currently struggling with my sexuality and it’s always caused issues. I’ve tried to “off myself” before, but I know now that it’s not worth it. People are not worth your life. You must live and be all that you truly are. I love you Ellen! Take in our options if you will!
I would like to thank you. Your books have allowed me to fight through pain and grief as my idiot teen brain has instructed me to never cry or allow myself to mourn. You have left a lasting imprssion on my life and your poetry has inspired me to let myself feel. Thank you for inspiring me to live again.
OMG I read and own all your books, I just finished reading Perfect, omg i loved it, i couldn’t put it down. Perfect was my favorite but i loved them all. write more please!
You are the reason that I am alive.
Identical, Impulse, and Burned.
The books I read when I was into self mutilation.
Impulse was the reason I am alive.
It taught me that there is so much more to life.
I can not waste it.
Thank you.
Honestly , your books are the only books ill read. They’re amazing. I could sit and read them a hundred times ! I wish you had like thousands of books so I could keep reading. But I have a question. Im 15 and I love the teenage books but do you think I could read your adult books? Aren’t they kind of about the same thing? Get back to me ! thanks.
I love reading your books. I first started reading them when I was about 10, starting with Crank, when I found it in my sister’s room. I hope to meet you someday, so feel free to come to WV for the next book festival! (:
I really love your books. They’re so inspiring. Very unsettling. I’ve read every single one. Enjoyed them all. I would love for you to write more. Theyre heart warming and sad. You inspired me to start writing. Your way with words is magical. Kind of makes mr jealous pop out. I love them! Your my all time favorite author and i hope to see more of your books pop out on library shelves. My favorite one was Impulse. I fell in love with Conner. I cried when he died.
Well I wish you good luck in your writing.
I am currently reading your books. I truly love your writing. I connect to your books so well it’s amazing. I’ve never been able to connect to characters in books as well as I can in yours. You are like my inspiration,well your characters are at least. I say this because I’m having a tough time in high school and reading your books and seeing the characters have such hard lives and stuff and then them getting up each day hoping it would be better then the last makes me wake up and hope it will be better then the last. Thank you for writing these books they truly mean something big in my heart.
I am a huge fan of your books, especially crank and glass, and for my english 2 class one of the essays is to show how an author shows how they relate to their works through their books. i don’t mean to ask for so much personal information but is there any where that i can find information on you and your daughters relationship before during and after her addiction?
I am a bit confused about something. On your touring it says you will come to SC but gives no adress, times or anything. Please let me know so I can go!
Ms. Ellen, I love your books. They’re so inspiring. I’ve never tested with drugs, and never will, thanks to you. I haven’t read them all yet but i can already tell i will enjoy reading tricks, and the ones yet to be published. I’m reading identical right now. And all I can say is, it’s amazing! You are by far, the most amazing, talented, flat-out awesome author I’ve ever heard of! I hope you keep writing more books. You’re a keeper, Ellen.
Hi, Ellen!
I read ALL of your books and let me tell you, Crank, Glass, and Fallout are great books! I loved, loved, loved, LOVED your other ones! I read like all of them in a DAY. Your books are HONESTLY(and i mean it) amazing. A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. So many kids in my school are reading them and so do teachers! You’re such an inspiration to me! PLEASE, PLEASE keep writing books because I want to read more of them! You’re truly aaaamazzing! <3
Dear Ms. Hopkins,
Your books are absolutely amazing. I always used to hate free verse books…but I am absolutely in love with your books. I can’t wait to see what you have in store for us in the coming years. You should try to make an appearance somewhere in Minnesota! It would be wonderful to actually meet you!
Take care & keep writing!
Ellen, You’re my favorite author. I love how your writing hits so deep to me. I’ve emailed you before, and was very excited when i got a reply. I was walking on clouds for days. I want to thank you, for continuing to publish hard hitting books, you’re amazing in every way. thank you.
I came across “Identical” browsing my high school’s library almost a year ago. I thought it was THE most amazing book I’ve ever read. It’s still my #1 favorite. Then I feel in love with “Crank” and “Glass” but never would I have imagined I would become surrounded by the Monster myself. I haven’t lived with my parents for 8 months.My dad got too close with the Monster and it tore our lives apart. The whole reason I’m writing this is to say thank you, though. Mostly of all for “Fallout”, because in that specific book I found peace. Never before,til now, have I been able to connect with a character as I have with Kristina’s children. And I don’t feel alone anymore, so thank you. <3
It all started in 2006
It was time for a new school project
Working with books was not in my favor
but when I picked up Go Ask Alice I couldn’t put it down
Pages filled with horror and wonder
In some twisted way I enjoyed the novel
I needed more, so in the back of the book
I found a page, recommended books
and there it was… Crank.
The monster.
I read every single page, over and over
fascinated with it really, from then I kept reading your books
and I must say, Your quite the inspiration
I love writing, and I’m very picking with what I read
Your books are my favorite pieces of literature.
I have been out of the reading scene for some time now
but I hope on getting fallout and perfect for xmass
or this weekend :]
thankyou so much for your inspirational writing techniques.
Much love and more:
Heather B
Impulse touched my heart. I have dealt with a wish to end my own life. I know how it affects your own life and your family’s life. I have never gone that far where I need to be sent somewhere but my parents finding out about my death wish didn’t make me stop cutting nor popping pills. I tried to hide it and convinced my parents that I was okay and they believed me after maybe five months in therapy. To this day they don’t know that i still have that wish. But not only do I have the same wish as all three of the characters but my mother especially thought i only did what i did to get attention. I tried explaining to her that it wasn’t for attention but only because I didn’t like the life I was living but she wouldn’t listen. I am still struggling with my wish of death but because I have read your books it has made me a better person. I can also control what I do and they have given me the strength to carry on with the life I live. I am not even 18 but I hope by then I would have overcome what I fear most today. Thank you very much.
~Sam
My sister, became a meth addict, and me being a couple years younger than i am now, knew what was going on but not fully..your books opened my eyes to what life for her would be like..she is now clean, for a couple years..atm a recovertig alcoholic, but going threw life.. all your books are amazing, and love reading them..they make me go through so many emotions, and i cannot wait to read perfect
I love reading your books. They are incredible. Sometimes I will read them over and over and still have the same reaction. I love to write poetry. And when I read your books, it’s like they give me ideas about what to write. I love your writing style. I would love to meet you some day.
Omg!!! I just got done reading perect. It was sooo good!!! I cried at the end! The book felt so real, like i was there. I have to by triangles today! Please write more young adult novels!!!! Your my favorite author and i can’t stop reading your books! I read perfect as slow as possible because i didnt want to finish so fast, but i couldnt’t help myself!! Great jjob!!
I love these books! Everyone that I have read so far is just absolutely brilliant! After Impulse I guys I only have 4 more to read . Please write more.
when i read Crank i cried cause it was just so sad to me at the end i read Glass kinda remined me of someone i know who is going through the same exact situation and i opened my eyes if i were to keep following this person’s path i’mma miss up my life as well these books really inspire me a lot, thanks for writing more that realates to sistuations like this.
You books are amazing. They have changed the way I look at people who use/expirement drugs or have in the past and life after drugs (Crank, Glass, FallOut). Burned, Impulse, Identical, Tricks. They’re all fantastic. I have not had the oportunity to read Perfect yet but will soon. I wish there were more writers i the world like Ellen Hopkins.
You, are without a doubt my favorite author. ive read everyone of your books and ive loved them all. im always thinking about what you’ll write next and how much im going to enjoy reading it.(: i dont think ive ever gotten into anyones books as much as yours. i cant wait for up comming books!!! <33.
I just finished reading Identical and really want you to write a sequel. The ending didn’t shock me as much because someone told me the ending (don’t worry, I complained! they heard it from me!). I started reading your books in September and only have two left! I love you!
You are truely an amazing writer. Your captivations of characters and their lives are realistic. I think you are a true inspiration and have honestly inspired me to never let happiness get out of reach. Your books keep me on edge and never fail to make me bawl my eyes out at the end of them; Especially burned. Also, i’d like to add that your books made me completely addicted to reading. I read at least 1 book a week while going to school full time. lol Thanks again and please KEEP WRITTING!!! =]
I have read all of your books and have to say you are one of my favorite writers. I love your unique stile of writing and how easily your books can connect to the readers. I have been passing around your books amongst my friends and many of them have come to fall in love with your books just as I have. I cannot wait till your next book becomes available. My favorite of your books has to be Tricks and Identical but I still wish to hear more about Kristina. I know from reading Flirting With The Monster that it is loosely based on your daughter, her children and your family which I find gives your writing passion and understanding. This sets them apart from the others, which is how I found myself falling in love with your books. I can’t wait to hear what more you have to give to your readers as I and many of my friends will always be reading.
Ellen, I love your books. I literally just got finished reading perfect and it was stunningly beautiful. You have helped me realize so much in life. I was 11 when I first read your book impulse and since then I have been completely hooked on your books. Two years ago, things got seriously tough, so I reread impulse and it has forever changed my life. You have made me see how great my life can be. Perfect was an amazing book and it helped me to realize that it is truly what’s on the inside that matters. Thank you sooooo much for all the books you write, and please, please, please, don’t stop writing!!! I love you and all you books! they have forever changed me, so thank you.
I am in LOVE with your writing. I love poetry & deep stories. & When I read your stories I feel like I am in the story actually watching it. You detail stuff SO well, & I love it. I can’t WAIT ’till your new books “Perfect” & “Triangles” comes out. I Just got done reading “Fall Out” & I loved it! Don’t stop writing! Your great at it.
Thank You
(:
I love MOST of your stories. They’re refreshing with its form, and have good meaning themes behind them. However Fallout disappointed me. You seemed to exaggerate about how amazing Grandma Marie is, and the main character Cristina became the bad guy all of a sudden when us the readers spent the last 2 books before that getting to know her, relating to her, and somewhat understanding her. I’m currently in the process of reading Perfect, and feel like stopping. The 4 main characters aren’t relatable, but do have a good voice. Your an amazing writer and poet, but lately i haven’t felt YOUR love for the characters like i did in Crank.
My goodness. I stumbled across Crank when my friend showed it to me. How she came across it, I’m not too sure, but I bought the book and I finished it in two days. The most incredible, heartbreaking, intense, emotional book ever. After that, I read Glass and then Impulse. I’ve yet to read the others, but I will. Inspiring. Truly. I haven’t gone down the road of drugs, but I feel the pain in Kristina.
your books honestly changed me, i’ve never been so drawn into a book before, I had never even read a whole book before one of yours. i’ve only read Burned and just finished Identical last night, but there so inspiring. I read Burned in 3 days, and honestly I shed a tear after I finish one of your books, there sooo touching and I personally can really relate too them which makes them even better. I dont no what im going to do after i finish reading all of them, hopefully you have new ones out by that time. (:
just wanted too say thank you, for writing these books, they changed my life… <3
Your Books Are So Amazing, You Are An Excellent Writer!
I Am Currently Reading Fallout, & I Can’t Wait To Read The Rest Of Your Books.
Thank You For Writing Something Teens Can Relate Too, I Love Getting Lost In A Good Book! Love You Ellen!
ellen hopkins
i like ur books. like kristina i tried meth, and got addicted. it’s hard 2 quit but i have good friends and crank,glass,and fallout opened my eyes.
Ellen. Your Crank trilogy really touched me and my friends. My friends said that because of your books they are never going to touch drugs. Ever. My life has been affected by drugs ( I wasn’t doing them-someone very close to me was) and your books really depict what they do to you well. Every chance i get i highly highly recommend your books. You are amazing! Your stories are amazing! I love how raw and real you make them. Not a lot of authors are brave enough or good enough to write about this stuff. Thank you so much!
i think all of your books are amazing impulse kinda reminds me when i went to a adolecent center for cutting and when i read the last part about conner it made me think that some kids dont deserve to be treated differantly we are humans and dont need to be treated like we are dirt…thank you ellen for writing these books
Ellen
I have read nearly all of your books (except burned,but that is up next) Right now I’m over half way through Impulse. I have never been on drugs or had to deal with self injury. I have barely had but a sip of alcohol in my entire life but I can honestly relate to all of your characters in one way or another. When I read about Christina I first saw her as someone that I could never relate to in a million years, but as I looked not only deeper into the book, but deaper into myself, I saw a young, geeky girl (like me) who has always had a bit of rebelliosness in her, but delt with that rebelliosness in the wrong way. I have always been tempted to break out of my band geek shell and go make out with the hot rebel in the bleachers but then I think about my future and how it might affect me. Julliard surley won’t except a druggie who cares nothing more than hot guys. Thank you for inspiring me!
I find your books very inspirational and touching, so far I have just read Burned but would love to read more in the future. One day my girlfriend txted me saying i got this great book from the store today and I want you to read it cuz it reminds me a lot of you. Well it just so happened that the book was Burned and it was me. Exactly to the last word. I grew up in an abusive scrictly mormon household with many younger siblings and just to add on more to the amazing story most of my sibling were and are autistic. As soon as i deviated from that path my parents laid out for me i had the emotions that payton had, i went through the same actions payton did, received the same discipline she did, and went through the same heartbreak and pressure of the world that she did. I am very happy to say that unlike the story i was able to have a happily ever after and have gotten my life on the track i want it but i greatly respect Ellen Hopkins and her writing talent because it really helped me, it made me feel less alone like i wasnt the only one going through that ordeal. The book burned perfectly describes what i had to go through to acheive the happiness and freedom im glad to have today. I just wanted to share my emotions from reading your work, im not asking or looking for pity I just want ellen and her other readers to realize as amazing as her stories are they happen in real life all the time sadly. and because you were able to write this story of abuse, heartbreak, love, betrayal, and hurt somehow it helped me overcome what i went through and for that i will always respect you and thank you and your writing talents
i love her books! i cant wait to read perfect! my favorite book is Burned! i cried at the end it was so sad how the girl and her bf got a wreck and her bf died but she didnt so she has to raise their baby by herself with her family.
when i read impulse it touched my heart. i have been battling depression and bipolar disorder, so i know the seriousness of it. i also self injured myself for a long time to cope with my problems. for so long i thought i was alone in my struggles, but when i picked up impulse for the first time i thought “why not?” i read it in one sitting only taking small breaks. i finished it with tears running down my face. it made me realize that everyone has problems and no one’s is greater than another, just different. so i would like to thank you Ellen Hopkins, for finding the right way to make sure everyone knows they are not alone………
<3 (: i introduced your book to all of my friends they have all fallen in love with your writing as i have i just bought perfect i cant wait to read it!!!
Hey Ellen I just wanted to let you know that I am so happy I head your books! Sometimes, when life isn’t going well, I have times where I wonder where my life is going, what do I have to look forward to. But your books (like Perfect, Impulse, Tricks, and my favorite, Identical) realize that my life isn’t so bad. Other times, I see my friends, many affected by drugs and your Crank series makes me pity them. Your writing is superb and greatly beneficial to all who read them!
On a side note I wanted to know if you thought maybe one of your books might be made into a movie? I think they would be great!
the first book of yours that i read was Burned. it is not the first book to make me cry, but i fell in love with the way you write stories.. i needed to read more so i read Crank and loved every second of it, i found myself talking out loud to the characters in your books. i havnt gotten Perfect, YET. in all seriousness i’m going out after school to buy it(: i admire the way you write.
<3holly
Your books are amazing. Everyone I’ve read I have loved so far. Right now I’m re-reading Identical.. This book always makes me wanna cry because of how sad it is. My favorite book that you’ve ever written is probably Fallout. That book is amazing. Its breath-taking..cause it explains what happens to Kristina’s kids. Kristina I wish would of quit drugs in the book Glass because she knew she was having her baby Autumn. Impulse was a good book too. I can’t wait to read Perfect next.
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
I think you are an amazing author and every single time I set foot into a library or book store, I run straight to your books hoping that you came out with a new one. You are, by far, my favorite author! I love how your books can relate to people and you have showed me that there are other people in the world that suffer more than I do by reading the books. Never stop writing!
Love Paulina.
xo.
Ellen, your books are so inspiring. I read crank first and i got sucked right in. I’m not one for reading a book, but yours, they’re amazing! They remind me a lot about my life, for real. All i have to say is please don’t ever stop writing your amazing books! You have so much talent! and p.s, i just read perfect, it was awesomeeee!!
Last year, my friend was reading IDENTICAL, and I kept looking over his shoulder and reading it. After he was done, I checked it out. I fell in love with your writing style. This year, I decided to read the other books you had written. I started with BURNED about two weeks ago. When I was done reading it, I closed the cover and pouted. I didn’t like the ending, because it made me feel like that could really happen.
After, I picked up CRANK, followed it with GLASS. (Unfortunetly, my school is lame and doesn’t have FALLOUT yet.)
Last night, I stayed up for 2 hours finishing IMPULSE. Throughout the book it made me feel sad and depressed, and I wanted to be friends with Connor, Vanessa, and Tony.
At about 1:30 am, I got to the last 10 pages. When I finshed the book, I just set it down and started cryng, harder than I am now. I couldn’t understand why I was crying so hard, or couldn’t stop.
I’ve felt how Vanessa has and can relate to her. I cut myself a few times 2 years ago, but didn’t make a habit of it. I told my best friend and she made me promise not to ever hurt myself on purpose again.
I came really close to it a few times, but always reminded myself about my best friend.
I’ve wanted to die, but always thought of how my friends and family would feel.
When I read IMPULSE, I really understood how Tony and Vanessa felt when Connor died. It made me think how my friends and family would feel.
I like how your writing has helped many people. I can only hope that one day, my writing will do the same.
Thank you.
I love your books, I started reading them through your Crank series. Kristina’s and her children’s stories touched my heart, and brought back memories of my own families troubles with substance abuse. Fallout was my favorite, although Crank did make me cry a good bit, the last book allowed me to feel everything Hunter, Autumn, and Summer were feeling. Although there were a few questions I had that i feel weren’t answered, this book is hands down my favorite. Your books have influenced my own writing to show more of myself and my life and troubles. Thank you for your series.
Ellen,
You’re books saved me. I’ve read all of them at least twice and your writing helped me fix my life and put the piecesback together. I cannot tell you how thankful for every single book, especially Impulse. Reading that book made me realize how badly I was screwing up my life with my cutting addiction, drinking, and doing drugs. Impulse helped me make the decision to get help and stop livivng in my own misery. That was a year ago and now I’m no longer a cutter, drinker, nor do I do drugs anymore. You have no idea what your books have done for me, and I’m so very thankful for all of them, and I look forward to reading Triangle.
I just started reading your books and I fell in love with them by the first page!!
I’m waiting very impatiently for my mother to buy me the rest of your books!!
I really really really love your books!! I feel in love with your books by just reading the first stanza!! I can’t wait until 2013 for Smoke!! AHH!! Love you!!
Ellen, your books are truly amazing. I don’t know another author that can tackle these topics in such a beautiful way. I started with Crank(the novel, not the drug) and continued to read your books. I can’t say I have ever been in any of these situations, but as a teen I understand where your characters are coming from. These books have changed my own views on life and I am truly grateful that I have read them. Thank you so much. <3
Before I had bumped into your books, I couldn’t stand reading at all! I hated it and tried to avoid it as much as possible! In English class I use to make up excuses to leave the reading portion of the class due to hating reading! My English teacher a couple of years ago finally sat me down and introduced me to the movie Crank. It was the very first book I had started and finished! Also in only two days! I could not let the book out of my sight! My mum and dad finally bought me every single book you had written and just kept buying me them as you brought them! They not only are enjoyable to read but kept me in the right path. I love your books and hope you keep writing them! :)
Ellen, I have been a fan of yours since 2007. Every so often I glance at pages to tell me when a new book of yours is available and I am sure to buy the book within a week of finding out of it. First and foremost I want to thank you for giving me my favorite book series and for being my favorite author. I’ve read the “Crank” series about 3 times now that “Fallout” is out. I also purchased “Triangles” and “Perfect” tonight. So, I can now say I own every publication of yours and I’m so incredibly proud of that. You were the topic of my author paper for my Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition class and I got an A on that paper. . I’ve never been so caught up in a book series nor have I ever been so devastated to finish a book by another author. Truly, you’ve worked wonders in my life and every single one of your books that I now own are my real treasures. Thank you for being an amazing author. Thank you for giving me something raw and real to read. I cannot wait for the releasing of “Tilt” and “Collateral” to come out. You’ve made a great impact in my life. Thank you.
Ellen, if you happen to read this, please know that you give so many teenagers a sense of belonging and hope in the creation that you put out on blank pages. I can see how deeply intelligent you are in the way you express your thoughts through words, it’s beyond this world. You have the gift of getting into the minds and emotions of others. It’s truely is incredible. You will forever be my inspiration and my motivation for my poetry. I’ve read each and every one of your books and hope to one day hold in possession every one of them. You give me hope. Keep writing and you’ll save a life, like you saved mine.
You’ve taught me so much Ellen and now i know the dangers of addiction and all the other things in your books i am now CERTAIN i won’t do. Not even try. Or go by people that do try. I’ve had a good warning now and i can’t thank you enough. You’ve changed my life, i think about your books all the time. I hope your son and daughter are doing good(:
Ellen the book crank changed my life. it made me open my eyes to how my life isnt as messed up as it seems. i am currently reading glass and hope to finish it soon. thank you for writting these books:) your an amazing writer.
Ellen Hopkins’ books have gotten me through so much!! I’ve read all but Perfect and Fall Out by her!! These books have been my favorites for years and I reread all of them almost every summer!! I would LOVE to meet you, Ellen, and would absolutely DIE if you could come anywhere near Massachusetts for a book signing or lecture!
My favorite author ever <3
I have been a fan of your writing as long as I can remember. I have bought almost every book the day they came out. I’ve read them all multiple times. You are by far my favorite author. I have always loved to write, but your writing made me realize how I want to write. I love how you write on real issues teens struggle with, and I love how Crank was a true story. I want to write my story, but its hard. I have been through a lot and I can write individual stories about all the different events, but I am having an extremely difficult time combining them.. I need help. I have some written so far but I’m just kinda stuck on where to take the story.
Hello! My name is Grace and I love your books so much. I’ve read almost every young adult book and I love it. I’m still reading Perfect and so I plugged into the book.
When I picked out Burned from Borders many months ago, I just thought it was another book, another title, another author. How wrong I was. Ellen Hopkins, you are my favorite author and my inspiration. Your stories are so moving and have made me think twice about my choices. My family has discussed most of the topics you have covered like religion, sexuality, and personal image, but I have never read anything so deep before. And I know this sounds cliche, but you have changed me forever. I love your work, never stop writing. You’re a genius.
It all started with crank.
I was 13 and told by my many older friends that it’s a great book. What an understatement! This book gets in the mind of kristina, (bree), and doesn’t shy away with details of what’s going on in her mind. You find a certain connection with her, whoever you are, and continue to read on. Once your past the first few pages, everything comes together and I rufused to put the book down that sunny day on the beach.
Love,lust,rape,hurt,crank,sleep, and more crack. All from taking short stroll with the monster.
Now I’m 14, I’ve read crank, glass, and fallout. Of the 3? Either crank or glass was my favorite. Even Ellen Hopkins said she could go on and on and on with kristinas story. But all good things come to an end. Not saying fallout wasn’t good, I LOVED IT! But I fell in love with kristina and bree’s story, and I just enjoyed it from her mind and point of veiw. Seeing hoe miserable she was in fallout just made me a sad, but hey, that’s the effects of dancing with the monster.
I love to write. I wanna do what makes me happy and hopefully one day I’ll get a book or 2 published. I find a certain connection with Ellen Hopkins way of writing, I don’t know. Even myself can’t explain it. But I must thank you Ellen for making me positive that this is what I want to do. Thank you.
And again I must thank you from steering me clear of crank. I want to still be able to love, forever. Sure I’m a kid, and there’s peer pressure and such. I’ve tried weed, maybe even thought about other things. But I shouldn’t second guess myself, I’m better than that. Everyone is.
I just want to thank you for writing your amazingly wonderful books. People finally have an idea of what pain and suffering people go through. I’ve had my fair share of it, that’s for sure. But I always remind myself, no matter how bad things may seem, there’s worse things out there, sometimes extremely worse. I don’t know why but that seems to ease some of the pain. Just knowing that there’s others who feel the same way I do, have dealt with the same things I have, it helps. But anyway thank you so much for writing and publishing your work. It is truly great. Many people appreciate you, so thanks…bunches.
Ellen I loved Impulse I just read it this year and loved it. I’m now reading Glass which is very good. your books are so good that you should make them into movies but that’s my opinion I can’t wait to read all of your books because they are all inspiring.
I have read all of your book expect perfect and fallout which i plan to get for christmas. i was just wondering if you have ever considered having your books made into movies? i think many people would go and see them because of the thrill and excitement and wonder they get just from reading your books. thank you for inspiring me to keep reading. i love your work.
I have read everyone of your books and each and everyone of them some how related to me or someone I knew. Your books have inspired me to continue reading and writing, and opened my mothers eyes to the things I was thinking about. Thank you so much. I love all of your work
I have read every Ellen Hopkins books, but the new sadly which I will be getting in two weeks. I really love the book impulse it stroke hard on my heart. The girl Vanessa and I have a lot in common. Before I read that book everyday I was cutting I was in a horrible relationship with someone who treated me with no respect. After I read the book I broke up with my ex and a few months later I found the man of my dreams and will be married 3 years this may! We have a beautiful daughter and another little girl due in 19 days. If it was not for that book one day I could have cut a little to deep and not have my husband or my girls. Thank you Ellen Hopkins
To you Miss Hopkins I must say that your books are far more than amazing. They inspire me to never do some of the wrong that your characters perform, time and time again. Your books show an inside view of the minds that seem to be the most warped and unloved. As a teen girl myself, it almost seems as if you have written my very thoughts in your thin off-white pages. I only can hope that one day I will be able to convey a message as you do. I hope to go to the Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky for Pastoral Counseling in marriage and family therapy; as Loren in your book ” Tricks.” It shocked me just how close you got to my heart when I read those black words across the page. I love your writing so much and thank you for every word ever written by your hands and mind.
I have read every book besides the last three and I am working on them right now. When I first read your first book Crank I wanted to read all of them. They have became my favorite books. I want to own all of them so far I own three Tricks, Fallout and Perfect. I can’t wait to own all of them so I can read them whenever I want and as fast or slow as I want. I love your books!
So far, I’ve only read Identical and Burned. And already I am a huge fan. I started with Identical. To sum up my feelings on it: Wow. I have to admit, I teared up a little when I read Raeanne’s last poem: “And I’ll Be Watching…” So sad! I had the book checked out from the library, so I had to renew it twice until I was satisfied I’d reread the ending enough. I didn’t think I could like another book better.
Then I moved on to Burned. I sort of put it off for a while because I was afraid I wouldn’t like it as much as Identical. Now, I realize the summary of the book doesn’t do it justice. I cried like a baby for about the last ten pages. I also love how the ending is left open, so everybody can form their own opinions about it. I had to literally set myself an alarm to go off so I wouldn’t read the whole book in one sitting. (I ended up finishing it in two.) Pattyn’s story, from start to finish, had me all fired up and cheering her on from the get-go. I loved how brutally honest the book was; how it really showed the dark secrets of an abusive Mormon home without any hesitation. Burned has inspired me to make something big of my life, to proudly show the world just what a girl can do. I thank you for that, Ellen Hopkins.
I can’t wait to start another one of your books. I have dreams of becoming an author someday. I’m not really aspiring to write free-verse poetry like you, but you are a great role model nonetheless. Once again, thank you for being such a great author and inspiring people everywhere to live up to their full potential.
I love all your young adult books. Everytime a new book comes out, I check out all the bookstores close by to see if they have it. I’m working on getting all of them currently, I have two of them so far and I plan on getting all of them by the end of this year. Looking forward to the next one after “Perfect”!
Your books are pure genious, to say the least. A lot of the subject matter hits close to home for me, and I thank you for taking the time to share these stories. I feel like I have befriended most of your characters, and when I close the cover at the end of the novel, I feel a sadness like I have lost one of my own real friends.
I love your young adult books more than anything! And i read them fast as possible! i finished burned in 5 hours. Thank you for writing them for my life has been forever changed.
i just adore your books. i havent read them all but im getting them all soon so im gettin there you have also inspired me to write a book based on my friends life. she is anorexic and bulemic, shes also OCD and has alot of things goin on in her life. right now she is in a rehab center in Virginia for her eating disorders. she has gone through a lot and im almost positive she will let me write her story so people can learn about these problem from a first hand account and hopefully be inspired by her strength and faith. my idea for the book is to have it where is switches back and forth from the main character’s point of view to somebody close to her. i really love to write, i usually write poems but ive been wanting to write a novel (or at least try) if anyone has tips please let me know
please and thank you
I have read all of Mrs. Hopkins’ books up to date. They have made such a difference in my life even if I myself have not been touched by the problems that are face within her stories. Each book tells it’s own story and I love the way that she writes them. They give the perspective of someone else for a chance, a person who has been through these hardships. When I learned that the crank trilogy was loosely based off of her life, I was shocked that she had the courage to publish her stories. It must have been so hard to go through something so tough. I now know the difference literature can make. I now know that I myself will never make choices like that in my life. I love all of Mrs. Hopkins’ books to death and re-read them all the time. For now I know the hardships that teens can go through. I recommend her books to my friends all the time even if I know that they don’t like reading about certain things like that. But I know that when and if they read these books, their perspective will change on life and what troubles teens go through every day. I have seen many hardships myself, most of my life with a single mother working two jobs and going to school in order to provide for her daughter. Nothing as hard as some of the things that Mrs. Hopkins writes about but still, there are still things that in life that teens go through without people even knowing. I thank you Mrs. Hopkins, thank you for providing such wonderful literature to share with the world. Thank you.
personally i really love these books. the stories are so real, alot of people can relate to some of the situations in them. ive had alot of hard times in my life, and when i read these it makes me realize that life isnt that bad; it could be alot worse. i love this author and the books she writes. i hope she continues to write them.
I absolutely love all of your books. I have every one of them including the adult novel Triangles. My favorite book has to be Perfect though because I truly love that even when your writing about homosexuality you stay true to it and make it seem like a beautiful thing. Being gay myself has shown me that people misinterpret homosexuality but with your writing it helps show people that being gay is still perfect. So thank you!
OMG ELLEN!!! You Make The Best Books! < 3 I just love reading them You totally rock! i love you.I already read Crank,Glass,And Now im on Burned im almost finish it's awesome so far I love you!!! Can't wait to read more
I started reading the crank series when i was 16 and I just picked it up and instantly fell in love, I have never touched drugs because of how it impacted this girl so much, how she had such an amazing future until she took a taste of the monster. My friend does marijuana and compared to the hardcore drugs in this series it isn’t as bad. But to me it is. I don’t want her to end up like this. I thank you for writing these series. Nothing has ever impacted me and stuck with me so long. Thank you Ellen Hopkins.
I’ve loved these books since tenth grade when my teacher suggested them for me. In my eleventh grade year my dad got sick with pancan, he died in my twelfth grade year in sept. 23 2009, 10:15am. I know you say you probably wont write something about someone elses life because of legality but I was wondering if you’d do a book about how cancer can affect children and other family members lives drastically? I could help with giving info on how my experience has been, I’m actually still battling it now and I’ts been three years since he got sick. Just a thought, I could be good though and it might help others dealing with the same issues that I am.
I just finished reading Fallout! I loved it and i loved glass and crank too but I wish you would put out a fourth part. I feel like i have so many unanswered questions at the end of Fallout. Would you possibly consider continuing so we can find out what happens with the kids and bryce and kyle and nikki!
OMG Ellen Hopkins is my favorite writer, even past Suzanne Collins. She is an amaazing writer and an inspiritation to teenagers in this day and age. Her books deal with real-life problems, the darkness of human nature. But, she uses these dark things and sculpts them into fine art. Move over Suzanne Collins, you’ve got a run for your money!
I have read and appreciated a lot of your books. My favorite would have to be Impulse. I really felt that I could relate to that book. I have gone through what most of the characters have gone through, and was even hospitalized numerous times for it. Your book reached me and gave me hope. I have been making improvement and have been getting my life back together. I’m even attempting to write a book. Thank you Ellen for all of the hope and inspiration that you give to all who comes across any of your many heartwarming books.
I cannot even begin to tell you what an AMAZING author you are. I love the style your books are written in, if I have the time to sit and read I can usually finish in 2 days or less… You speak in such a way that is relatable to the trials and tribulations we must continue to face in this ever complicating world. I would love to say that I have a favorite book , but I don’t. Each of them spoke to me in such a way that they are all uniquely my favorite. I only lack two books in your Young Adult collection and look forward to completing the adult collection. Thank you for your talented ways of artistry!
I have indulged my self for the last three weeks into your books. I just finished Fallout and I feel like a whole new person. So far I have only read three of your books, but I am going to the bookstore tonight to buy three more. You are freaking phenomenal. My new top author. I, and many teenagers all over the world, can relate to your books. I appreciate you for that. Thank you for your work.
Thank you so much for writing about the side of being a teenager to that no one wants to think about. When I first heard of Crank, I will admit I was skeptical. I there soon after found myself attached to Kristina’s story. I thoroughly enjoy your writing, being a teenager myself. I enjoy writing my own stories and find you to be a huge inspiration. Following Kristina through Crank and Glass then her children in Fallout was a story I have found to be the most inspiring. Burned shares the pain most teens feel from pressure of their parents, Identical shares the pain of losing all hope because of the loss of someone close, and Tricks helps to understand why certain people do the things they do even if it is harmful. But that is all my opinions. I find myself able to relate to Conner in Impulse and his feelings. I just recently finished Perfect and I found it to be the answer to my thoughts of who all Conner affected. All in all, I find myself rambling. You are a huge inspiration, as I have said already. Realism is a crucial part to Literature, and I find that you have captured it well. Thank you, so much, for letting the world enjoy your writing. I hope for more books.
Dear Ellen,
I have read your Crank sires, Impulse, and right now I’m in the middle of Perfect. Your books are extremely intriguing and I can never put the book down. They truly amazing. I love how you have so many different perspectives on one subject at a time but the stories are all different, yet come back to each other in the end. The way you describe everything in such detail but yet not so out in the open. Your books amaze me. How some of them go from person to person, they make you want to keep reading. I hope that if you ever come down to Pennsylvania if you would please e-mail me. I would love to meet you in person. Thank You.
Your Reader,
Amber Yohe
OMG!! I LOVE ELLEN HOPKINS!! Your books have helped me and my friends realize how good our lives are and have even helped my friends with problems similar to the characters. So far Tricks is my favorite!! I own all your books! I got started on your books a couple years ago by my cousin who was reading impulse i thought it looked weird and i picked it up when she wasnt looking and couldnt put it down then i had to get all of your books i follow your page to see when a new book is coming out im currently reading triangles no opinion yet but i know it will be great.
I love your books so much it saved my life reading impulse especially and i think its my favorite because I can relate to it the most. I just want to thank you for making these books that I look forward to seeing and which never disappoint. They really matter to me and please never stop writing
i am doing a project for banned books. anmd i was going to ask you have you ever had a book banned?
and if so did you know it was goiong to be banned before you published it?
it would mean alot if you answered my questions….but if nort i understand.
have a nice day (:
I love your books. They take me into a whole other world and I feel like I’m living their story. They make me feel so different and alive. I realize all I have and all the problems other suffer with. They have made a big impact on my life and I cant wait to read your new books. <3
Ellen,
You are one of the greatest writers of all time. Your books mean so much to my sister and I. You write about things that we can relate to and my sister never read much before I introduced her to you. We are in the process of completing our collection! We wait in anticipation for your next release! Please Please Please never stop writing:) You are the light in our darkness!! All the best wishes! Now get to writing:))
Love forever!
Mary and Katie
Ellen,
i just want to say; as an aspiring writer myself i cannot thank you enough. You write about so many great issues, many of which I have experienced. I first got into your books while walking around Borders I saw Crank and I read the back, I then opened it and to my surprise; it was all poems! This came to a complete shock to me, I paid for it immediately and sat down to read, finishing it just a few days later. From then on i became obsessed with Kristina’s life and her fall from grace, I read Glass not long after finishing Crank and when Fallout was released I could not have been more pleased. I have read every one of your books and I own them all. I’ve cried with your characters, laughed with them, and I honestly consider them such a huge part in my life. I relate very well to them, considering I’ve been through many of the same issues myself. In my opinion Identical is one of your best (I’m biased because I am an identical twin) but honestly you write about issues that most people wouldn’t dream of writing about. This makes you such an amazing author and I guarantee there are hundreds of kids who have prospered because of your books. I myself have recommended your books too all of my reading loving friends. They have become just as intrigued as I have. I got Perfect on the release date and finished it 2 days later. The issues in that book are so real its unbelievable. The excruciatingly raw emotions and unimaginable detail you put into these books is utterly amazing. I just wanted to tell you how great of an author I think you are, you’ve definitely inspire me. Keep on writing I would be lost without your books. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
~ Shainna 16, Michigan
I love your work! I just finished reading “Fallout” not even two minutes ago and wanted to try and see if there was anywhere I could tell you how much I loved the ending. I am sad to hear this is the last of the series with Kristina. I wanted to know what happens with Hunter and his future with staying faithful to Nikki. I also wanted to see how Autumn was doing, baby on board, and Summer. Did she and Kyle ever reunite? What about his addiction with the monster? And how did the boys turn out, David and Donald. What about Kristina and Trey? I am not sure what I am wanting to ask about them, did Kristinas addiction ever end? I used to own your other books but had to sell them for cash when I had to leave home and move. I am starting over though. My next buy will be perfection. You have a wonderful way with words. You are inspiration to readers and writers everywhere. I am currently working on a book of my own and reading your books has given me insight to what a great author is. Thank You Ellen Hopkins. I can’t wait to read more of your work. : )
Ellen what can i say your books are helping me to realize who i need to be in life. i might not be perfect and i might have tryed crank but your books help me to see it from someone elses eyes and its really powerful and profound to be able to see life threw someone elses eyes and has helped me become a better person and crank free lol. i just want to say thanks and to keep doing what your doing because i know im not the only person its affected much love and praise!!!!
I honestly can’t get over how amazing all of you’re books are. The fact that you write with such poetic style and the styles different every page is amazing. I can’t even begin to tell you how amazing it is to read something that actually seems like…me. It’s odd especially when half the time no one understands half of the things you are going through. I just wanted to say thank you, thank you so much :]
Dear Ellen
Your books are brilliant! they capture the dark side of every teens life. You are an amazing writer and i hope you write more. You have entered the subject every adult dares not go, and you have written about your own experiances, you are an amazing writer!
I really love your books. I love your use of imagery, and words. Your books are truely inspring. They inspired me, and taught me a lot about what I was going though, and made me feel like I wasn’t the only one who felt like that. Plus they also inspired me to write poetry and join a poetry club. And now I can’t get enough of it, I love it. Your an AMAZING author!!!
Your books are amazing! I have red most of them. I usually finish them each in one day. They keep my attention and it’s amazing how I can relate to all of these books.
ellen your books are just amazing! The first time i read them i was able to connect to them right away. I am only 15 and i grew up in cheyenne wyoming, i have never done crank or glass. But i watched my father suffer through it and struggle to fight against the monster. This all started when my dad had this brilliant idea to become an x-ray technician he got offered to go to school in greeley colorado so we moved there and thats when the battle started! I wish i can tell u more. But i would love to thank you for writing them books they make me feel so much better about everything i went through and i know how hard it was for your family to move along with all that weight on your shoulders. Please keep writing your books you inspire and have a humongous impact on my life!
I have been through a lot in my short 16 years of life and i completely relate to a vast majority of the characters you (Ellen) write about.. I have “flirted with the monster”, cut just to feel, starved myself to achieve perfection and purged when i couldn’t, i have experimented with girls, i am a victim of a father who never learned how to stop taking… there’s more but i feel as though that sums it up. these books help me remain strong because every day can be a struggle if you let it. thank you so much, you’re books really do make a difference <3
I just started reading your books in September, my English teacher showed me it. Yes im in eighth grade. I was hooked to your story Crank and how insanely fast I finished it. Im not much of a reader but now that i read “Impulse”, “Fallout”, “Glass” and as you know “Crank” im hooked. Your story telling is amazing
i know you might hear this all the time but you are such an inspiration to me, and i believe their is way much more teens you inspire out their to. (pleas excuse my righting/typing i’m bad at grammar) you inspire me to keep on going in life, that their are other people in life that might be going through much more than i am (which in deed is true, we just have to be reminded at some points). see i am still a teenager and i believe you know how we randomly have are ups and downs, i’m not trying to say that i blame all my problems on the world and etc. etc. because i know that we also put are self’s in such positions in life.
i cant afford books so the only books i have read from you is from my school library. right now i am reading fall out and impulse, i love your books i truly do, my mother thinks my new TV is books (because of you “lol”) my #1 favorite book of yours is burned. i love the story, their isn’t one time i read it without crying at the end (lol). my friend (who indeed is also in love with your books as much as i am) had told me that by the end of fall out i would also ether cry (maybe it’s just me, since i am emotional very often over things ) but that doesn’t change the fact how much i am obsessed with your books. i just wish my school library had more of your books so i can read them all (lol).
So, You are my favorite wrighter of all time! My life has not been that great reading you books helped me cope with so many challenging things. Sometimes when I am having a hard time i just read one of your books again and I know everything will be ok i have read all of your books except for Perfect i didnt even know that one was out now i have something to look forward to! Just wanted to say you are an ispiration one day I hope to help as many people as I know you have!!
Dear Ellen,
I just wanted to let you know, personally how much your books have impacted my life. I discovered your books while struggling with my own drug issues. They helped me to realize that my own bad choices effect everyone around me, and those in the future, not just I. I want to thank you for helping me save me from myself. Had it not been for you, and your powerful stories, I don’t think I would be where I am today. I work fulltime at as a daycare teacher, and plan to attend classes in Early Childhood Education. I still cling to your books today.
Thank you so much. You have left footprints on my heart with your amazing stories…
Love,
An Adoring Fan
Thank you, Ellen Hopkins. Through my high school years I have seen the things you talk about in your books. You really understand what it means to be a young adult facing all these different challenges. You have opened my eyes to what could have been if I had chosen similar paths. So for that, I thank you. Continue to write, it is something you are amazingly good at. You touch peoples’ lives in many ways.
Mrs. Ellen Hopkins,
You are my hero! every time i walk into the library at school and i see someone looking for a new book to read i ALWAY direct them to your books. Today 12/16/11 i received two personalized signed things from you and i havnt stopped smiling since. You are BY FAR my favorite author. Everyday i look at my book shelf just to make sure i have all my books. I know it sounds crazy, but i just cant help but smiling every time i see i have them all. i even have them as the background on my phone. i must admit i cried at the end of fallout when i finished it today, not because it was sad but becasue my adventure with kristina was over. i would just like to thank you again for all you inspiration you have givin me and im sure millions of others. =) i love you Mrs. Hopkins.
I loved this book. Truly you are one of my favorite author, Ellen Hopkins. I am sorry about your daughters struggles and I look up to you for having the strength to write Crank. I love all of your books that I have read. Im not a reader but your books make me want to read. Anyways I hope you read this and smile.(:
When I read each of those books, it makes me think that everyone’s life isn’t completely perfect. That I’m lucky to have parents that care and are there. That I know that tomorrow is only a few minutes away. That I don’t have to live in fear for I am. That I’m not the only one suffering. Thank you Ellen Hopkins, for making me see that. You are my favorite author. Your books are thrilling, stunning, and inspiration for anyone.
I’ve read all of your books, & I can honestly say I’ve never loved an author more than you! Your books are so relatable, in so many different ways. You make the reader understand where the character is coming from, even though they haven’t personally experienced it. I love how you make every story personal, like you want to help each character get better. I can never put your books down, ever. Please write many more. I love you!
I was one day looking for books and I found a photo of your’s, they called me, but unlucky me, I’m not from USA so I couldn’t read your books until a few months ago that I visit USA. I just finish crank and, you really know how to get into my soul. I feel really moved for Kristina’s story and lucky me , I have glass too so I can continue reading.
I’m only 17 and your books help me to understand some things of my reality. I’m not adict to any drugs, but, I know now what to do if someday somebody ask me if I want to try some monster.
I don’t aks for a reply But, if you read this some day, please never stop writing. Have a nice day.
I have loved reading books by Ellen Hopkins. Her writing style is so unique and it has forever changed the way i write and they way my mind puts words into sentences and paragraphs. Impulse and Perfect are two of my very favorite books, and i also enjoyed burned, even though it does not depict the Latter-day Saint Church accurately. In future books i suggest that she simply do more research pertaining the the religions she draws her audience into.
Ellen Hopkins, I absolutely LOVE your writing. You’re an amazing author.
I started reading your books at thirteen and still am at sixteen. At thirteen I was so close to suicide and was into self harm due to abuse ( physical , sexual , and verbal)
I love your books because in most or some I feel I can relate to the characters.
You inspired me to write. And it has become a passion of mine , and one I might use as a career as well.
I thank you for writting these Amazing books!
-Samantha.
i have so far read 4 of your books, and i cannot stop… last night i started reading crank… i started at 430pm and didnt stop until 3am. i finished the ENTIRE book. i cant put your books down when i start reading them. your books keep me on my toes and constantly wanting to know more and more. i love your wording and your unique way of your page layout. every word you write i can tell you are sensere, and feel what they feeel. your probably the best author i have ever heard of. you can relate to most tenagers going through what you write about.. your inspirational and amazing. thank you so much for taking the time and writing books for people of all ages to read.
thank you for being such an inspiration, and making books that are incredible interesting, and touching
I’ve read all of your books and each one of them touch me in a different way. I always find a character I can relate to. I finished perfect about five minutes ago and didn’t realize it was a sequel to impulse until Cara’s last chapter…. It all makes since now. I feel like an idiot ahahah! But thanks for everything you’ve written, you have helped a lot of teens through rough times.
Thank you so much for inspiring me to read!! I absolutely hate reading and I refuse to do it on my own, but seriously, you have blown me away. Your books are so intense and I can’t stop obsessing about them. Please, please, please never stop writing books like these. You truly are an amazing author. Keep up the good work, I can’t wait for the next book.
I must admit, these books have me itching for more as I turn page after page. I love the depth and reality that you incorporate in your literature. Once I started reading Crank, I flew through all your young adult novels…time after time. I was wondering if you had any other plans for your next book, if you are considering to write another one, which I really hope you do. I always ask my librarian to order at leat 2 of each book that you publish, and the funny thing is that when they come in and I go to check them…someone else already beat me to it. The only thing that I would love to see is that if you possibly write a book with a strong male character, not saying that any of your other books don’t have good strong male voices, but I would love to see a male book that deals with the issues that high school boys have to deal with everyday; sexuality, sports, peer pressure, and what it means to be a “man”. Please, please continue your awesome and fantastic writting, I am going to check out Triangles, and can’t wait to read Collateral. Keep it up, I am so glad that I discovered your work!
I love very single one of your books. I have only four left to read. Every one of them that I have read, I have literally not been able to put them down. When I read them, I read them front to back in one day or less. Please keep writing so we can keep enjoying your wonderful work.
Ellen you are an amazing author! I have loved everyone of your books i have read so far. You are an author that has really drawn me in to reading. Every single ending to your books has surprised me. But at the same time amazed me! Ellen you are truly amazing. I feel I can relate to the characters in all your books. I feel like by then end of the book that i really knew each character as if they were my best friend. You inspired me to write. You are so amazing and I love your books! I thank you so much for writing this books! Thank so much!
Ellen,
I know that you must read the same thing from thousands of people, telling you how amazing you and your writing is. & I fully agree. I’ve read all of your books with the exception of Perfect, which I’m planning on getting very soon. I love everything that you write about and I admire the fact that you write about things that others wouldn’t feel comfortable doing. You write about real things, that happen to everyday people. You get the stories of the people out there heard. I aspire to be like you in a writing sense, I love the way you word everything together. You make your characters so well rounded that sometimes, I feel that they themselvesw are actual people. My favorite book of yours is Identical. I love the characters, and the twists of the story. There are many people that love your work and that would say that they feel inspired to go on and make life the best it can be, because of your work. Me being one of them. I hope you never stop writing. <3
Wow… I think your books are amazing!!!!! I am absolutely in love with them!!!!!!Thy have just opened my eyes to so much!!!when i read one of your books it just makes me feel better. its like telling me that im not alone and that there are so many out there that actually go thru these things you write about. People have lives that are like this. Someday i want to write to be able to write like you. I want to go around the world and i want to learn people stories. I want to share their stories with anyone who is willing to listen. There are so many untold stories out there in the world and i think that you discover some just from your imgnation. Youve inspired me Ellen and I just have to thank you because your books have just helped me to keep going they remind me why i want to write. they bring me back to myself and help me remember to never give up on my dreams because i am worth it. I just want to thank you…
I love all of your books Impulse was inspiratrional I could relate to some parts of it I feel like you get everything and feel like everyone deserves a second chance.
Me and my friend were talking about Crank at the lunch table and she was like yea I’m getting all my friends hooked on Crank (the book) right as the lunch lady was passing. We had to show her your book just to stay out of detention! Love you keep writing you are really good at it.
These books helped me become the person i am today, i feel like these books give me another reason to live. When i was younger my father wasnt around to ever noticed me, and my older siblings were always on drugs like Meth, so i felt as if i was hidden under an invisible blanket trapped in a world unknown to others, no one could see me, but i could see them. I saw there flaws and only their flaws, because no one is perfect. I felt alone, I felt like there was no reason to actual live in a world that oviously i wasnt ment to live on and be happy at the same time. So dispite my best try i didnt have the heart to leave this world, didnt have the heart to leave my life behind, then i met the perfect boy. He was so perfect, which ment he wouldnt last, and then sure enough in a blink in a eye, he went into the sky leaving me behind. But what he left behind for me was something that i could not ever replace, a new sense of purpose, a new reason to contiune to life after he died and her name is Alonna and to me she is the only thing that gets me up in the morning, because without her i would just be once again, the living dead girl. Ellen Hopkins gave me the hope that my life will end up in a good place, i just have to never give up on my self even when the going gets rough and i feel like there nothing to life for i just have remember i still have her and Alonna.
Ellen, I have read every single One of ur youg adult books and loved everyone of them! I read ur last book perfect in one day and in the end I cried not only at the ending but reading your authors note made me realize I myself have strived for perfection and have let down people I love because of my own insecurities but I’ve realized the one ive loved the most, my best friend in the world has loved all along through all my falls and I thank you and all the hard work u put into your books for helping me realize it. I hope to one day meet u and tell u in person my own story. Keeping writing, Joy
i have been reading ellen hopkins books since the 7th grade, and now in the 11th grade, i have probably read her books several times each. all of the ‘characters’ in the book are so relatable and sometimes, i find tidbits of myself in each one. i love them, and please, never stop writing them !!!!!
Your books have reall inspired me to start writing some more. I write a lot of poetry. Your works have made me look deep inside, make me question who I am. I know that sounds like a bad thing. But recently I have been doing a lot of unhealthy things. But the books have made me relook how it has been affecting myself, and others. Thanks for being such an inspiration. Keep up the good work. I am looking forward to more.
From a person who is currently in the depths of their own addiction… your book made me cry because I’ve seen that story or a similar one many times before with my own friends and family. But it also encouraged me to make an effort to make the decision’s that I’ve been fighting off for too long… to actually make a real attempt at staying clean rather than living an illusion by relying on drugs to get by. The truth in your writing is painfully real, and I think I needed to feel that pain in order to get a grip of myself.
I first read Crank soon after it had come out and as soon as I found this book I was in love. I own every book that you have written and I love each and every one of them. I am always so sad when I reach that final page because I never want the story to end. I want to know more and more about these peoples lives. You’re stories reach me at a personal level because I have been surrounded by many of these same type of problems in my life. I can not wait for Collateral to come out in the fall of 2012. I wish it was coming out sooner because I really just wanna sit down with your book in my hand and read for hours. You are my favorite author by far.
Ever since middle school, when i first read Crank, i’ve been in love with the books you publish, as well as the messages in them. I was a very troubled and still to this say struggle with my depression. But these books have proven to me that there is hope of happiness, even if it doesn’t seem possible. Whenever i find out there is a new book out, i always get to the bookstore as soon as i can to read it! You are truly an inspiration to readers everywhere and i hope you continue to write books for young adults as well as adults.
i love every single book. i’ve never been a big reader. ever. but my best friend pretty much made me read her books. my first one to read was Identical. and i was hooked from then on.
I JUST WANT TO SAY THAT I THINK THEY SHOULD BE MADE IN TO A MOVIE.
Burned would be a great start. and then have a Crank Saga. <3 i can see this working.
for real.
I love your books! They’re AMAZING!! I’ve been through a lot in my life at a young age and reading these books has in a weird way been a help for me and inspiration. As weird as it may sound, books that follow the genre that your’s do really get to me. In a way they helped me see that I can heal from my past and move on to become a stronger better woman. Can’t wait to see what you come out with next
Well let me start off by saying that I love your books. I can relate to them in one way or another considering I was pregnant at fifteen, I’ve been in and out of mental hospitals until I turned seventeen for cutting,poping pills, and three different personality disorders, watching family kill theirselves with drugs, being sold so some one could make it, and giving my self to some one I hate, and my sister dieing. I don’t want people to feel sorry for me cause life does get better and there is always tomorrow believe it or not. Your books have changed my life in so many ways and you will never know how much that means to me. Thank you so much! Megan 20 Texas
Thank you for your all your books. They all in some way have touched my life. I have followed your books and I am in love with them. You are my favorite writer because you do not hold back and you write what most people don’t like to. Thank you again. I hope one day I can meet you and tell you this in person.
Ellen Hopkins is not only an amazing writer to me but one thing that I love most about the way she writes and her books is the fact that my 16 yr old sister will read her books. We found out my sister had brain cancer at the age of 13 and she went threw alot of treatments and hard times. Noone could get her to do anything that had to do with school let alone reading. I bet her 5 dollars she couldnt read 10 pages in Impluse (knowing she would probably fall in love with them) well she didnt just read the 10 but she read the whole book and then started reading crank! It makes her feel so good about herself. These books have really changed her life. She loves to read them, and it helps keep her mind going! I just want to truly say thank you from the bottom of my heart for writing your books. I love them as well. I own everyone. Everytime a new one comes out I drive 60 miles to get it as soon as the store opens i call so they hold on for me! I wish you did book signings in Ohio where I live or In Ga where my sister lives. She says all the time how she wishes she could have you sign one of the 3 books she now has because she was sick of reading mine and wanted to start collecting her own! So thank you Ms. Hopkins! KEEP WRITING! you change lives and the view of reading. God bless you and your family!
I love your books so much. It helped me overcome some of my struggles and I related to a lot. It’s like a self help book to me. I just want to say thank you for being such an amazing writer. I’ve bought like everything Ellen Hopkins in the past 3 years that I have been a fan. I know most authors love to leave the story hanging and have the readers guess and all that good stuff, but I do wish that you would have written a part to Autumn (because she is my favorite character) to say if she’s pregnant or not and if Bryce and her get back together. Plus if she ever see’s Micah again.
Ok so what happens to kristina does what happend to her and trey after jail get mentioned in fallout? It’s killing me but I dont want to read it if it doesnt explain what happend to her and trey and the baby after jail.
I have read all of Ellen’s books, with the exception of “Triangles,” which will be next They have helped me through so much and I have NEVER read anything like them. I have a whole shelf on my bookcase dedicated to her. These books are so surreal, and something about them has changed me inside. Thanks to Ellen, I feel as if I’m not alone, and I remember everything will be okay every time I pick up one of her books. The way they’re written is incredible and overall, Ellen Hopkins is my favorite author. Thank you so much Ellen for being there for me and helping me through some really hard times<3
I have met you before at a Teen Book Festival a few years ago in Rochester, Ny and you signed a few of my books. You are an amazing inspiration and I am planning on naming my children after at least one of your characters. I read Impulse when I was pretty young and now im 16 and I cant stop re-reading it. Your books are the deffinition of perfection. you put real-life expierience and facts in them and don’t sugar-coat anything…I love that, teens need a bit of a rude awakening to what they are doing to their bodies and brains and lives. Impulse also helped me through my time of extreme depression when I started cutting a lot and was thinking about suicide. After I read Impulse I realized that even if you’re feeling like your life is in the deepest part of hell, there is hope. and there is always someone out there who cares about you and wants to help you. you have touched the lives of thousands of individuals and we love you for it. never stop writing!! I hope to see you at another teen book festival so you can sign the rest of my books in my collection(:
Dear Ellen,
First, thank you so much for sharing your amazing talents. Your books speak to every teen out there. Perfect has had the greatest impact on my life. I have always been a heavyset girl and struggled with self confidence and self acceptance. After rading Perfect, I feel much more comfortable with who I am and what size I am. Thank you so much for inspiring me to accept myself as I am and not worry about what others see. ,I definitly intend to share my copy of Perfect with my friends so they can discover its powerful message.
Sincerly,
Megan
Since the day I knew how to read, I’ve been reading. In first and second grade my reading level was equal to that of a fifth or sixth grader. But once I had gotten to high school, I couldn’t ever find the time to read with all the hustle and bustle. I remember the first time I’d read one of these books and I couldn’t believe that I hadn’t read them. They are the only books that I’ve really felt any sort of connection with since I started high school. I just finished Crank, Glass, Burned (all for the second times) and Fallout. I’m currently working on an English assignment on Fallout and working on reading Impulse for the second time. Ellen Hopkins: You are truly one of the most inspiring, vivid and amazing authors that I have had the opportunity to read in my short lifetime.
The first book I picked up was burned, at first I thought it was a book of poems. The text was scattered all over the place and sometimes they made shapes. I was taken by the story, I never wanted to put it down. The moment I reached down to the last 10 pages I never wanted it to stop, I wanted to keep reading! Thank you so much, this book was more than just a good read, it changed me and I have bought every book that has come out since. Thank you for helping me.
The first book I picked up was burned, at first I thought it was a book of poems. The text was scattered all over the place and sometimes they made shapes. I was taken by the story, I never wanted to put it down. The moment I reached down to the last 10 pages I never wanted it to stop, I wanted to keep reading! Thank you so much, this book was more than just a good read, it changed me and I have bought every book that has come out since. Thank you for helping me.
I LOVE your books, I came across them from a friend of mine who had one of them. I borrowed it and started reading and instantly became addicted. I just couldn’t put it down until i got to the very end. This book was FALLOUT. When i discovered you had more novels, i started hunting them down in book stores, online etc. Found out you had novels. Slowly one by one i started collecting and reading. So far i only need three more. Originally i thought i only needed 2 more but it seems there’s a new appearance of another novel you have called “Perfect”. Once again im on the hunt :p Your books inspire me and also touch my heart in many ways, I’m very thankful and proud to have discovered these. I hope eventually i will be able to have them all and then re-read every one of them over again because they are THAT good. I haven’t gone through novels this good since “HOUSE” So thank you for creating these novels.
I love these books. they really make you think. My favorite is Burned, i fell in love with the guy from it(i forgot his name its been a long time sense i have read it ) i wanted to die at the end of burned when he and pattyns baby died. Perfect was also one of my favorites. It really makes you think and really sends a great positive message. one of my best friends struggles with balemia(i didnt spell that right) and i want her to read it in hopes that it might help her with her recovery. thank you Ellen Hopkins for changing the way i think in as good way everytime i pick up one of your books.
Ellen Hopkins wow is all i can say i read your books and they just draw me in i love all of the ones i have read so far currently i am reading Identical and its amazing i have already read Crank Glass and Burned and i loved all of them you are my favorite author i love how in detail you are in these books and you and your books have gotten me through so much and i would just like to thank you for putting these books out there
Ellen Hopkins books have gotten me through some really tough times. I feel in love with her books 4 years ago and have been head over heels ever since. She made me understand that I am fine the way i am and not to listen to those who say otherwise. People like her make me want to write books that will effect someones life too.
I would just like to say that you are an inspirational person. I cannot express to you just how much I love your books. Every single one of them that I have read, I love. Actually, I own all of them except Burned, but that’s only because I can’t seem to find it anywhere. I honestly can’t pick a favorite simply because they are all just so amazing. My family is filled with addicts. Alcoholism (I don’t know if that’s the right term for being an alcoholic) runs in my family on both my mother’s and my father’s side, which really scares me. My mother has quit her addiction, and has had very few slip ups. My father on the other hand still is a heavey drinker. There are other drugs that have a tight hold of some of my family members, but because of your books, I will never touch them. I guess you could say that you saved me? I hope you continue to write, because your books are my adiction <3
Just so you know, you can order burned at walmart .com and have it shipped to the nearest one to you for you, that’s how i did it because I wanted it really bad(:
I’m 17 and never really thought much of reading your books or any matter of fact my 14 year old sister introduced me to burned and i absolutely fell in love with it i just couldn’t stop reading it was like a poison i cant get enough of i cried towards the end it was i…..i just relate to that certain thing thank you so very much i hope you come out with more
Ellen I was wandering around walmart one nite and bought the book glas not knowing that there was any order to the books. I read it in less then 24 hours. I absolutely loved it. Gotta be one of the best books I’ve ever read. Please email me and let me know the order that all of your books go please. Ive been wanting to buy the whole set but don’t know all of the titles.
i love you book tricks i know it is way out of order but that book is why i stared reading all of your books i finished tricks in 1 week ……. i bought perfect the other day i am thinking about guying the whole series (: i absolutely love your work i hope you never stop <3 you ellen(:
The first book of Ellen’s that I ever read was Impulse, and from there I was hooked on her books. I’ve never read a book that I felt so connected to, and the companion, Perfect, really hit home too. These books helped me realize, that I’m not the only one facing problems, that other people wrestle with demons too, demons that are hard to control. I can’t say that I don’t think about cutting a lot, and I still skip meals all the time, but I’m less ashamed to admit it. I really can’t thank you enough for writing about something that impacts more teens than people want to realize. For anyone who has problems like those described in Ellen’s books, here is a great organization that has also helped me; http://www.twloha.com/
i never would have thought i’d be the person to read your books. i’ve seen many of my friends read them. after one of my ex’s read one of your books and told me how it made him think about his life i decided to give it a try. i first read burnded and istently fell in love. i read it twice before moving on to another one. i am currently in the middle of crank. and hope to read to other ones soon. your books so far have inspired me in ways i never thought were possible. i’m glad you right these books for teens. it feels like you understand us and problems many of us are left to face and deal with. mainly on our own. thnk you<3
I’ve read all your books and they are seriously addicting. They make me realize what I should and shouldn’t be doing. My personal favorite young adult book of your’s is Crank, it’s so good and has such detail. Melted butter, i love you xoxo
Ellen Hopkisn’s books have shown me theat no matter what happens no matter how strong you think you are a drug addiction will always get the better of you. You might think that you can be stronger than the addiction, but yet you really can’t be better than them. It comes to show that when you begin an addicion and you don’t try to stop the addiction you can basically ruin your life if you don’t stop doing what you are doing and keep doing it. You always need to try and stop the addiction before it begins to get in your way of living the life you want to live.
i almost read all her books the one thing that upseted me is that it did not tell if autumn was peregant was she?and did summer get sent back to her foster care and did trey and kirstina git back together? and was kyle ok from the car reck when he got into the hosptiale
I’m pretty sure those answers were implied (Autumn probably was pregnant because wasnt she talking about how she hadnt had her period for a long time? im not too sure about summer though… in the newspaper clipping at the end it said how trey and kristina were together. im pretty sure i remember her saying kyle was fine and would go back to his dad). But overall i think she left it an ending like that so all the readers could interpret what they wanted.
I read Crank because my friend recommended it. Out of all the books I’ve read in my 17 years of life, I can proudly say that your books are in my favorites list. I don’t have favorites for ANYTHING. Your books are that amazing. I read most of crank in less than 12 hours, so I was immobilized for that short period of my life. I have yet to read Glass and Fallout, but I will get to them. I have read Identical, and even though it was my 2nd Ellen Hopkins book, it is my favorite because of the twist at the end. Kaleigh and Reanne surprised the hell out of me and my brother was shocked when I told him about it. It took me 8 hours to read it, not including the few pages I had read a few days prior to my free day. I felt like punching the shit out of Kaleigh’s dad and I wanted to slap her mom for neglecting her daughters. I read Perfect in my winter break and it was just so amazing. I was aware of everything I ate thanks to Kendra and now I want to count the calories in every food that comes into my mouth. If she thinks Jenna’s size 8 is having some pounds, I’m very happy with the way I am. Size 7 isn’t that bad. Then, Connor is pulled into the whole ‘perfection’ atmosphere. From what I know Connor was perfect until he tried to kill himself, so then he wasn’t as perfect anymore. I was very angry with his mom because of the letter she sent him. Really, Mrs. Sykes? But I have to understand that she, as a mother, wanted the best for her son. I know my mom would try to cheer me up that way, but then again, I’m not Connor. I love the realism of the books. They reach out to me and I felt like I was the characters in the book (female characters). I felt like I was Kristina, getting high when I was really just reading the description. I felt like Reanne, getting upset and breaking the rules when I was just taking in her actions through the text. I kinda felt like Kendra: self-conscious of what she ate. Mrs. Hopkins, you have done a wonderful, magnificent job with your books. Thank you for letting us know the damage drugs can cause, the trauma of abuse, and reminding us that we are perfect no matter what.
Ellen Hopkins, You are by far my most favorite author. You should publish more books contributing to Kristina’s story or something similar. I recently just finished Fallout and I would love to read more about the children’s lives, such as if Autumn was pregnant and what happens?
Omg I love your books……I’ve hated reading my whole life and now I’ve finally found an author I like!! I can’t put ur books down I’m reading glass right now and getting reading to read fallout!!! I LOVE YOUR BOOKS!!! Thank you so much I finally like reading. I’d not know what I’m gonna do when I finish all of them???
So in love with Identical. It’s creepy that “Kaeleigh” is the twin’s name…because that’s my name, kind of (spelled a little differently, more a mix of my nick name and my real name). In any event, the way that that kind of sexual abuse is described…it breaks my heart but it is so true…so real. I have experienced so many of the problems faced in this book that it was actually really hard for me to get through. The main thing that kept me from breaking down at the end was that the ending was not nearly as depressing as Burned and Crank. I would have lost it if Kaeleigh had to suffer through any more heartbreak. Is that ego?
I am empowered through these books. Thank you.
Everyone i need some book titles of maybe some good books you’ve read that i could get issued to my school library, and the teacher is oletting me choose them, so help? Please
I love all of your YA books. They all have the power to reach out and touch everyone who reads them, and can make the readers open their eyes to the problems that pretty much everyone faces sometime or other in their lives. I love how the books are written in verse, it gives your books a more “creative” feel I guess. I would like to say thank you, also, for your books. They have opened my eyes to the world, and I know that if I ever go through the troubles that any of the characters in your books have, I know I will not be alone.
I love your poems! I am a big fan! My first book I read was Impulse. It really spoke to me. I really find Tricks to be interesting also. Please keep writing!
I just wanted to share with everyone and also on behalf of Ellen Hopkins herself, that your writing really knows how to suck me right in. Though I’ve never had problems with drugs or any other addictions, I’ve always been the person to be there to pick up everyone and try to help those in need. Thats why I feel like I could understand some of them and also with Identical, my brother and I seem to have similar problems (not so deep), but with attention. When diagnosed with epilepsy at 19 years old, I could barely see or even move most of the time but those books were one of the only things that helped me feel like I could get stronger and pull myself out of some of the things that were holding me back (like reading or seeing clearly). I’m so thankful for someone who has deep and yet realistic and lifelike situations to tell. Please don’t stop writing!
I would like to thank you for showing me I’m perfect the way I am that love is important and that my family is always going to be there. Thanks for showing me my life is really good & easy compared to others. Thank you ellen for inspiring me to go after what I want in life <3
I seriously love your books! I’m in the process of reading “Perfect” I’m on page 300 it has only taken me 2 hours! I can barely put it down! I have read Crank as well! The first I read of your books! I’m looking forward to reading and owning all of them!(:
when i first read the book crank i was hooked i read one book almost every day and they would be finished that night. your writing is so amazing you really know how to hook the reader. i now know to never make the mistake of drugs. they speak in so may ways. i have dealt with one of the i susses and it helped me get over it. every time i go in a book store i always ask about new Ellen Hopkins books. keep writing !!! <3
Ellen Hopkins is the only author i can actually sit down and read one of her books and not get bored with it or set it down. All the books i have read of hers i have finished within 3 days because they are so addicting. i have read Crank, Glass, Fallout, Burned, Identicle, and Impulse. im reading Tricks now and LOVE IT!!! i relate things in my life to those in her books. She is great at relating these people to teens now a day. so many teens struggle with finding themselfs and with abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, substance abuse, attempted suicide, and gambling. I have had a few of these things happen to me and her books help me know im not alone. Thank you Mrs. Hopkins for helping me through things without even knowing! i love you!! ♥
Hi. I’m Emmy, im 13 years old and these books have made an impacted on me because my friend Killed him self because he was A homosexual and Your books have made me understand.
I have been searching and searching for Tricks, I love all your other books and each one was soooooo hard to put down. I’m a little disappointed that I’ve read through them so fast, because now I dont have anymore of your books to read):
Ellen,
Your books are honestly amazing. I remember the very first one I ever read was BURNED. I was hooked from then on. When I was in high school, I got picked on a lot. (sounds lame, I know). Your books helped me get through each and everyday. They made me love reading and I took refuge in the library haha. I am now a sophomore in college & still enjoy re-reading your books and new ones as well. Keep up your inspiring work!
Sincerely,
A touched reader.
The Ellen Hopkins series became an important part in my life because of the way she writes and how real the things she writes about are. I think that these books mean more to me than any other thing in this world. I would not be the person I am toda without reading all of her stories about how many teenagers have it worse than I do or any of my friends do, and most of all it touched my heart seeing that even though some peoples life are terrible and hard to live, they are still able to get by in their life. This artifact became important in my life in the beginning of 6th grade when some parts of my life started going downhill. Her books got me through so many hard times, and kept me pushing without thinking of other ways to deal with the problems in my life. You have forever changed me as an individual. Thank you..
All of Ellen Hopkins books have became a huge part of my life when i turned 14. When i turned 14 my Dad had a new wife and is a you know what. A week after my birthday i found meth in our house. I didn’t tell anybody because i was to scared. Then i found the book crank, after reading the first 50 pages i went to go tell my step mom that i found her meth. When i did i got slapped in the face and got called names i don’t wanna repeat. My dad was out of town when all this happened. Everytime it was just me home and her she would end up beating me it got so bad that my friends were getting worried. Seeing what meth does to people is crazy. I don’t think meth should be out in the world. I read her books because i know what its like to have mom who passed away then having a crazy step mom take over. When i read her books it makes me feel sad because people are living a life that could be better for them. Her books give me a reason to be happy. Because no matter what your past is or who your mom dad or step
mom is, Its your life,YOU CAN BECOME ANYTHING OR ANYONE YOU WANNA BE!
I just want to say that I love your books and have read every one of them two or three times. I know you probably hear this a lot, but I just wanted to say it!
Thanks so much for all your amazing, thought provoking books. Please keep writing them!!!
May I just start by saying that 2 years ago I would never see myself so in love with a book. my friend introduced me to “Crank” and at first i thought, “I could never be concentrated enough to read a book.” That book proved me wrong. I have read each of your books numerous times and they still are amazing! I own all of you’re young adult books and I can’t put them down when I start reading them. I would have to say that “Burned” is without a doubt my favorite book, not only because it was so entirely relateable, but I actually felt like I was in Pattyn’s shoes. Being so hurt by a boy from my past, I had no hope in believing in love again. I am so lucky to have found someone whom i can honestly say “I love you” and we are as serious as Ethan and Pattyn were (even the college distance, still strong ♥). No matter the age, I believe that a teenager can believe in love. Within each of your books I had found several things that I could relate to which makes me so immersed in reading. I can honestly say that you’re my inspiration to read and write. The love in your books is so strong, I even find myself crying everytime I read “Burned.” Like I said, I could never see myself reading and actually liking it. I can’t stress this enough but thank you so much for helping teens and the awareness of drugs, trust and love. Also, thank you so so much for teaching me that no matter the situations that someone may face, there’s always something possitive that comes from it. Please continue writting:)! – Alli.
When I first heard about your books, I wasn’t too sure if they would be for me. One of my friends had been reading your book “Crank: after she had read “Go Ask Alice’ and was telling me about and trying to get me to read it. I don’t read very often so I kept saying no, but when I finally started reading Crank, I could not put it down. It was so suspenseful and I just had to keep reading to find out what was going to happen next. It took me 6 hours, from to start to end, to finish it. It was such an excellent book that I immediately had to read the next part, “Glass”.
It gave me a lot of insight on addiction and how it can affect people’s lives once they start using drugs.
I could say sooo much more but I’m not going to because this would end up being way longer then it should be.
Ellen your books are amazing and I hope you keep writing new books the way you are because there is no doubt that these books are helping people understand what happens when someone they know falls down the wrong path.
You’re an amazing writer and I love your books!
Well, I red Crank in 2009 an i though it was a really amazing book and this year 2012 my German teacher (My freshman year) has Glass and now im reading Fallout I got tricks for x-mas I really like Ellen’s books because its something that takes my problems way! I hope i get more of her books in the future!
When I was young my parents did drugs. The monster was huge in my life. They always fought over money, drugs, and simple things. I remember seeing them in the worst states, being eaten by the monster. They abused us and I saw many times as my brother was mercilessly beat. Even from a young age I hated myself, blamed myself for what they did. I even tried to kill myself multiple times. My mom eventually went through rehab when I was 10 and divorced my dad. I thought that I was worthless, that nothing mattered anymore because everything was my fault. I hated my parents more though for what they put my whole family through. All my life I have promised myself I will NOT follow my parents footsteps. Everyone always told me that no matter how hard I tried though, my parents history and my history would catch up with me. Pulling me to the monster. As I read Ellen Hopkin’s books… I got to see it from the view of someone who loves the monster. It made me positive I never wanted to be like that. Fallout was the biggest impact on me because I would compare myself to Donald. I didn’t understand much in life… but I understood something was wrong. And I isolated myself for that. Now I know that is not the way to live because of other people’s mistakes. Thank you Ellen. <3
-Kyii
I understand where your coming from. My dad dstill does drugs till this day. my mom and him flight all the time. I awlays think it is my though so I tryed alot to kill myself. I feel like Elle’s book can take my problems away.
When my parents were young they did drugs an when my friends tod e about crank it made e wanna read it so I got it an read it, an realized that tey really aren’t all that cool even hen people think they are an I thank you ellen for helping me realize that!!!
You are one of my favorite writers. The way you captivate me with your choice of words is poetic, an art form in itself. Not to mention the topics you choose to write about. The first book of yours I read was “Tricks” and from then on, I was addicted. (Maybe not best choice of word?)
After reading your “Crank” trilogy it forced to me to realize my own problems with addiction in the past and inspired me to write a post on my blog, “Since No One Else Is Talking About It” at http://www.arielleliani.wordpress.com. I am sure you get emails like this every day but I would love if you could take a gander at it.
One day I hope I am as courageous as you, and write about my own story. The way you captivated me with your honesty and rawness was incredible. I can’t even imagine how many people you have affected with your writing… especially how it’s written in verse, with your words of choice, assonance, etc.
If there were more people like you, this world would undoubtedly be a better place.
Thank you for impacting my life, as well as so many others.
A.S.
Wow.
Pages into Glass I was sick to my stomach. My mind was spinning, my soul crying like I’d gone back to 1996. I never could explain addiction until now. I just hand them this book.
To be completely honest, i love your books! When i was in 7th grade my friend was reading crank and she gave it to me to read, i’m not very fond of reading books becasue i’m not that tyoe of person, i got about halfway through it and loved it but then she needed it back so i gave it back to her. I’m now in 10th grade and i was in the library one day and I saw your book crank, so i checked it out. i read it in one day! after i finished that one i begged my mom to get me more of your books on my new kindle.. i finished Glass in one day and then i read Fallout and finshed it in one day… I have finished the Crank series and now i am going to read your other books.. currently i am reading burned and i love it…. You have changed me in so many ways, and i thank you for that… I have gotten so many people to read your books and they are falling in love with them, just like i did. Your an amazing author!! I love you
I cried on and off throughout reading your books. I am thirteen years old and am recovering from anorexia with I’ve had for a year, and major depression science i was eight years old. During that time I have cut myself on and off and even taken a few random pills every now and then. I always felt completely alone, but now, because of Ellen Hopkins I realize that maybe I’m not. Thank you for everything.
The day after I was diagnosed with an eating disorder i picked up my first Ellen Hopkins book: Perfect. I read the back (the poem: Perfect?) and began to cry in the bookstore. Then I bought it. And I cried through out the entire book (and even more so during Kendra’s parts). Thank you thank you!!!
What happens to Kristina in Glass? At the end, nothing really happens! She just finds out shes pregnant, again, & in jail. I WANNA KNOW MORE! (: loooooooooooooove your books, btw.
Your books are simply amazing. When I read them, it feels like I’m taking a peek into these people’s lives, minds and hearts. You’re amazing with your work, and I’m constantly looking forward to reading your latest books. So far, I’ve read Crank and Glass, and almost at the end of Impulse. Each one is equally amazing.
These books are really good. ellen hopkins should keep writing books this good. like i ddint know what kinds aof book i was into unti li read cran,glass etc. so yes ellen hopkins wel ldone i would have to say so myself from a girls perspective. i am dealing with depression like i love this kid and he doesnt love me and i realy dont know how to deal with it anymore im going crazy and my outletts are music and books and these books help alot. but that s not the only reason for my depression lots of it really is my boyfriend and my mom. but yea. reply if any comments.
I just wanted to thank you for writing these books. I own the entire series, and am anxiously waiting for you to come out with another book. I picked up Crank for the first time in 2010 after I began my path to drug addiction. Although I did not stop using drugs immediately, my eyes were opened. Everything Kristina was going through I felt like it was a mirror to my own life and how I felt everyday. I took me up until the last few months with my continuous battle with drugs to finally get some perspective and quit. I am happy to say that drugs no longer influence me, but it is still something I struggle with to stay clean. Drug addiction is something I will have to fight for the rest of my life. I continue to read your books when I feel down and wanting to use again. I have read each book from Crank to Perfect at least 4 times each! I hope you will come out with a new one soon!
Thank you for the inspiration and the best books I have ever read!
I love you Hopkins! U have amazing poetry and can fit the right words into any subject line! I can’t wait for you to start the newest book, after Perfect! Or, at least, I hope ur making one!
I love you books. Your books are the only ones that bring me to tears no matter how many times I’ve read them before it’s like I’m reading for the very first time again. I fall in love with all the characters again <3
I really can’t wait for Tilt. I am very confused because some people say it is a companion and others say it is a sequel? Do you have to read Triangles to understand Tilt? And when is the cover coming out?
I really love all your books, I’m current reading Fallout .. But I wanted to look for an audio book on it.. I was wondering if you have one out yet.. I’ve found ones for all your other books and your newest Perfect, so let me know if u have one. I would sure appreciate it (:
Ellen I just finished your newest book perfect and it scares me how much it looks like my life. from people trying to find there selfs to being raped to backstabbing “friends” but I want you to know you inspire me to help others. When I read your books it get to into them and I feel like I am one of the people in the stories. I just want to say thank you so much for everything
Impulse and Perfect are two of the most heart-wrenching, meaningful, most inspiring books i have ever read. your characters are real and people out there can relate to them. in reality, there are no fairytale endings, but we have to do our best to keep going and hang on to what we have left.
I’ve read all of the young adult books. I loved each one in a different way. But the one I connected with most, had to be Impulse. This is because as I learned more and more about Vanessa, I began to see myself in her.
I’ve always been afraid of my mother. And always knew that something more was wrong than she would let on. My father had once been in the military, and it made me feel like he isn’t there.
I’ve been struggling with self harm for almost 5 years now, and I still can’t seem to stop, or find someone to help me.
I just wanted to say that, Ellen has inspired me to become a better writer, and to get the help I know I need.
I Love your books you should really think about Crank becoming a movie. I JUST LOVE YOUR BOOKS…………..!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!…………………………. Continue Writing thats a really good gift of yours
I absolutely love all of your books.Ive read every single one of them at least five times. your amazing ,thank you for being an awesome writer & author!
I love your books. I’ve read almost all of them. I’m working on reading Perfect now, next is Triangles, and I still need to read Tricks and Burned. I actually the first one I read was Identical when my English teacher forced my class pick a book to read in class every. When I went to look for a book, the covers of Crank drew my attention, but when I walked over to that section of the library the cover of Identical really caught my eye. When I picked it up I was turned off at first by the fact that I looked like a book of poems and I’m not great at understanding poetry but it was highly recommended by the librarian so I took it home. I wont lie I took me a while to start reading it, but when I did I absolutely loved it. When I finished, I wanted more, so I went back to the library and picked up Crank, then later Glass, then Impulse, but that was all the books of your that my library carried. So I just decided I had to just get the books for myself. I’m still 5 books away form owning them all, but thankfully I have a job now and my paycheck will be able to help be complete my collection. It may be a bit obsessive but I’v never been so in love with reading in my life. <3
I just want to say that I’ve read crank twice now. Once in high school and again a couple years later. I’m looking forward to reading all of your other books as well. But Crank really touches me. Kristina’s whole story. I can’t help but think of my mother who passed away when I was 5. She too was a drug addict and had other problems as well. The reason she passed away was because she finally lost her battle against AIDS. Luckily, I was born without it and perfectly normal physcially and mentally, other than a slight case of aspergers, which we didn’t even know about until I was 19 so it’s really not that noticeable. And just like with Kristina’s son, I was adopted by my mother’s parents who cared for me since I was a newborn.
I have never enjoyed reading because I never found a book I could relate to or really get interested in, but you changed my whole outlook! I love each and everyone of your books Impulse is my absolute favorite I have read it over 7 times!!! Thank you so much for being such an amazing writer!!!!
The first book of yours I read was “Crank”. I fell in love with your writing style, and the way you can tell a story. I quickly read “Glass” and attended your showing up here in Washington. I bought “Fallout” then persued your other books. In so many ways I can relate to your characters. I’ve gone through phases like not feeling pretty enough, like I needed to be perfect. Times where I found a guy, and he turned out to be a dirt bag, and even now, someone who makes me feel insanely beautiful and like I can really make something of myself. Even Kendra, from “Perfect” inspired me, not to begin an eating disorder, but to steer clear away from it. Your characters inspire me in so many ways. I’m glad that you make them so relatable, because the times where it feels like I can’t talk to anyone, just simply reading a fictional persons life helps me with my own. Thank you so much!
I would love if you wrote sequels to Tricks, Impulse, Identical, and Burned. I would also love if you wrote another book in the Crank saga. ALL IN ALL YOU ARE ONE OF MY ALL TIME FAVORITE AUTHORS. From the very 1st time I picked up one of your books i’ve been in love. What makes your books so amazing aside from how they are so beautifully written in free form poetry, is the truth behind them. And how we as readers can relate. I hope you never stop writing, because you are truly one of the best !!!
I got Perfect and Tricks for my birthday and cannot wait to start reading them. You’re an absolutely amazing writer and I am utterly addicted to your work. Keep it up
Being the Daughter of an addict, I was always attracted to your books. They’d call to me and I’d sniff them out. You portray these issues in vivid detail, giving a full account of emotions and environment. You just know, and that makes it a little bit easier to swallow. In perfect, when Cara realizes she might not like boys, her character synchronized with mine on that topic. The emotions, the uncertainty, and the fear struck home. I knew who (what?) I was way before hand, but now I’m okay with it, I know I’m not a genetic anomaly. basically thanks for doing what you enjoy, because your putting a million smiles on millions of faces when they hear “Ellen Hopkins released another book.” Read all your books at least 3 times each. I lost count with Identical.
Your books really inspire me. The first day my high school librarian mentioned you as an author to me as an adventerous reader, I just couldn’t stop reading. I read Crank and Burned each in one day. Evertime I got the chance to go back to the library I’d ask my librarian if there were anymore books by you in. I’ve read all your books since then, they leave me speechless. It’s like a movie in my head when I read your books and they don’t just bore me like all other books do, sure you know how that goes. I just recently read Perfect and I absolutely LOVE that book!! You are very moving as an author and I hope that before I graduate in 2014 that you will come visit and talk to us high school students at Three Forks High School in Montana. Thank you for taking the moment and reading my short inspired thought about you as an author.
You taught me what true love is. Because of you I am out of my abusive relationship, and I have found a man who loves me for who I am. Thank you Ms. Hopkins, thank you for letting miracles happen.
A month ago I found out my boyfriend’s 12 year old sister is reading your books, Ellen. I don’t know if I should be thrilled or concerned. I love them, but I’m 15, almost 16. It’s comforting to me, because sometimes the lines in books like Fallout, Impulse, and Perfect explain what I feel inside, too. I am not alone. Thank you for bringing these stories to me.
But is she mature enough to read the content, at such an impressionable age?
Or could it be that these books will warn her of the dangerous she could face within the next few years?
Just wanted to share.
I am 12 and Ellen hopkins books are amazing i coulnt imagine living without them yes its fine a lot of my friends read them too. Dont be worried unless she is really soft like a 9 year old trapped in a 12 year olds body kind of soft.
I’m almost 14 and started reading them when I was 12. I don’t think the content is inappropriate, as long as she seems fairly mature for her age. I think it’s a good thing that she’s learning about the struggles that could happen if you make the wrong choices. I think it could very well help her in life. That’s just my opinion though.
I wish I could have wrote a personal letter to Ellen Hopkins but this will suffice, Well the first book I read of hers, was Burned. At the time, I was going through more or less the same thing as Pattyn Von Stratten. Her books put me into another realm when I read them which made things seem better, I pretty much would like to thank Ellen Hopkins for writing stories that I could relate to in more ways then others. The books were an escape from my sadness and to this day they still, let me escape even when I re read her books. I’ve read all of her books, except her newest Perfect. But all her books have some way touched my heart and made my life seem not so bad, because it could be worse. Thanks.
Honestly, and i hope Ellen Hopkins is reading this but she taught me how to Love to read. Other books dont compare to hers. I love reading about stories about real life situations. All though i have only read Crank and Perfect I am IN LOVE! please dont Stop writing books. In my opinion your books are So much better than the Twilight series! I am not a very good student but she makes me realize my life isnt as bad as i think. Thanks Ellen!
-your fan cheyenne
I love Ellen Hopkins’ books! I thank her for writing them so much, and for giving me ideas on how to write my own poetry. You’ve helped me vent when I was exploding. I wish you knew just how much I absolutely adore your stories. I am obsessed with your books! They’re absolutely perfect!
Hi Ellen. I love your books. I am 25 and have been fighting chronic instabilities I have and addictions. Your books make me feel not alone. A lot of my other user friends are having it very hard and worse than I have it. Drug use really makes you feel lonely and isolated. My parents are dead so it makes it hard. I am happy that your books have made people more compassionate towards drug users. Addiction is a disease not a moral failing.
Ellen,
You inspire me as a writer. I love to read, and write. And I only hope I can be somewhere near as good as you are. The first book of yours I have ever read was Crank. Picked it up on one of my book-hunting trips at the library. Immediately fell in love. Impulse is one of my favorites. I just finished Perfect the other night, and almost cried at the end. My other big favorite of yours is Identical. When I first read it, the end was extremely shocking. I never saw it coming. Ive read all of your young-adult books. And I cant wait to get started on all of your other books. <3
I love all your books. I have read every one of your books. Well I’m finishin Tricks the last on I need to read. I can say that my favorite book is Perfect. I can say you are the most inspiring writer. I myself love to write.
i love ur book “impulse”!!! i have a question, are you going to make your books into movies? i would really appreciate if you reply.thank u for making such wonderful books!!!!:)
You changed my life. You probably could have written a book about my life. I’m only thirteen, and I already changed my life. But honestly, you’re books helped me. I’ve read all of them, in the past five months. If I never read them, I don’t know where I’d be today. You’re brilliant. How you can write with such emotion. How you can write everything so fluently. It’s almost as if there’s a movie playing in my head while reading your books. I love you and the books. They changed me.
We have read your books and we absolutely adore them! we have read Crank and Glass, soon to be Fallout! Just wanted to let you know how much you inspire us.You can check it out here! Everyone can! please let us know, comment or follow, here: http://theunwantedanovel.blogspot.com/
February 4, 2012
Well where do I start? Ellen,
I would like to tell you a story.
For the past couple (maybe few), years, I have seen your books EVERYWHERE. I even picked one or two up a few times. But, you see…
The thing was… I did not understand the whole “poetry in a story thing”. I tried reading a book by a different author whom did the same kind of thing, but with that book, I didn’t feel connected with the characters, so I stopped reading it. With your books, I had picked a few up, looked at them a little, but still not understanding why everyone liked them so much. I had heard a few people talking about how they liked them so much… But I had no clue know why.
Until… last week on saturday, I went to the book store looking for a new book. Lately, I’ve been really interested in reading and learning about addictions and the affects they have (Go Ask Alice by Anonymous is a good one). I’m even kind of interested in having that be part of my career in the future somehow. Anyway, I came across your books, once again.
I read a little bit of one, I believe it was “Identical”. I was standing there thinking to my self, “Man… I just don’t understand what’s so great about these… I really wonder…” and then I made a deal with myself. If somebody could give me a reason WHY on earth they were so popular, I would read them.
And you know what happened right retreated to look at another book? These two women (middle aged) walked past me towards the books. Your books. One said to the other, “Have you read these books? Their written in free verse (like poetry), but their really good. The author, Ellen Hopkins, lives in Nevada and doesn’t have the best past, so she wrote a little about it. I’ve even met her and been to some of her readings, and its really great to hear her read some out loud. She writes about drug and sexual abuse. And its just really moving and deep.” And, well, as I recall that’s a summary of what she said. I’ve got to admit, the thing that got me most hooked was the part she said about drug abuse. Looking back now, I’m just amazed at how ironic that moment was. God truly has an interesting sense of humor.
After hearing them exchange comments about your books and after they moved on to a different shelf, I ventured back over to your books. I took “Crank” off the shelf and read what it was about. Then the dedication (which, by the way, I don’t even know what I should say about, I just, I can’t even begin to IMAGINE how that could feel having a daughter who got turned over to the monster. And her/your kid, the one at the end of “Crank”, well he’s just a year younger than me! I find that insane… But also, one of my best friend’s cousin has a SUPER addictive personality, and well, he got mixed up with the wrong crowd, wrong substances, and I guess he’s doing better now, but I know its still difficult for him and I know he can never truly let it go. Also, my dearest childhood friend whom I have not talked to or seen in ages is now 20 or 21 I believe, and I’ve heard from my mom that she’s gotten mixed in with drugs, and it breaks my heart. I looked up to her when I was younger, she was like my big sister I never had, she taught me about things no one else could, she defined who I’ve become today. And she’s lost now with the monster too. Aww man, now I’m about to cry just thinking about it..) So anyway, I thought, “Okay I’ll just go over to the kiddie corner and start reading and, well, if I like it, I might just get it, or read the whole book or something.”
And could you guess what happened? I immediately fell in love with “Crank”. I couldn’t tear my eyes from the book. But, alas, 221 pages (exactly) later, it was time to leave the book store. Without the book. So as soon as I got home, I put it on hold at the library. Today, the book arrived and I immediately rushed over to the library and, as I got it, I smiled, ran home and up to my room and 2 hours later, I finished it. Tomorrow I’ll turn it in.
I have put all of your books on hold and cannot wait for their arrival and to finish Kristina’s story. I have faith that all of them will be great.
Last thing I would like to say is, Thank You.
You have given me a new perspective, and a stronger reason to just say NO. NO NO NO.
I’ve always been strongly against drugs, but now, I’m even more against them. I hope and pray I will never have to get mixed in with all of that. I love you and appreciate you! Thank you for sharing a story so deep (and oh so very personal).
I love these books. They have helped me understand the consequences of addiction. I hope to use this information for when I pursue my career as an Police Officer.
Your books inspire me to become a better person. I’ve even started writing my own material in hopes of one day becoming published like you. You are a great inspiration.
Ellen Hopkins, I own everyone of your books. Burned is my favorite book ever and makes me cry every time I read it. Your books have impacted my life in a big way. You write about the things others are afraid to. Your books show me that it’s okay to be myself, even if I do cut myself, I’m not a freak, I don’t have to be perfect, I just have to be myself. You’re a giant inspiration in my life. Thank you!
Ellen, I absolutly love your books. I own all of the Teen ones. I learned to love to read after I picked up Crank. I love every single one of them. Will you be writing another one?
Oh. My. Gosh. You are the most amazing writer. I hate reading but once I read crank, I haven’t been able to stop reading the rest of them. These books take me through a roller coaster. I feel like I’m the person in the stories. So amazing <3 I freaking love you. Thank you so much (:
Dear, all the people who read these amazing comments. Well ellen hopkins has a great impact on my every day life her books are absolutley amazing and i recommened that every teenager younger or older to read all her books. She can really realate to alot of teens and she isnt afraid to write about what other authors are afarid to write about. I love all of her books and they really reached out to me and made me realize just what teens go through and how hard every day pressures can really take a toll on our lives. As i began reading all of her books i grew more closer to her books and i better understood all the issuses alot of teens go through. If you havent heard of any of her books just ask a friend or look up her books for yourself then will you truly begin to understand her amazing books. Ellen h0pkins your an amazing writer and dont ever stop making amazing books<3
Ellen,
I’ve read 3 of your books already (Burned, Crank, and Glass) and I’m already hooked for life. Your writing speaks to me in ways I only thought my music could, I’ve never been a big reader but your riveting plots keep me coming back for more. I feel bare without one of your books in my hands now. I was so intrigued to find out what happened in each book that I read Burned in 2 days, Crank in 4 and Glass in less then a week. I’m starting Impulse (not Fallout, need to take a break from Kristina) and will most likely be done in 2-4 days tops. I’ve recommended your books to everyone I know and hope to get them as hooked as I am. Thanks for changing my life.
Ellen,
I can’t express in words how much I love your books. I love every single thing about them. The characters, the style of writing, even the layout of the text, everything. (speaking of layout, I LOVED how in “Perfect” the last word of one character was in the title of the next character. So clever/cool!) Anyway, I just wanted to tell you how much your books have impacted me. I don’t think I will ever find an author/series of books that I will like better then yours. Every time I finish one of your books I get sad because that means I have to wait for the next one.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!! You have such an amazing gift and talent and I hope you continue to use it and make more unbelievable books!
I can’t thank you enough! You’re an inspiration to me on so many levels. Thanks to you i found one of my passions writing! All the books are so good they all deserve to be made into movies!!!
i can relate to so many topics so i just want to tell you thanks!
I am in love with every single book you have written. The first book I read was Crank and I was immediately sucked into it. I think I stayed in my room the entire day reading page after page. It’s like that with all of your books, there is so much emotion in every phrase and it encompasses me completely and I just can’t help but feel the way your characters do. I feel like they’re real people and I’m just a fly on the wall watching everything unfold. When each book ended, I just wanted more and more. I never want your books to end. I could type an entire novel telling you how incredible your work is, but I don’t want to overload your page. I’m counting the days until your next masterpiece is in my hands. Never stop writing!
I’ve struggled with an eating disorder for years, the danger never occurred to me until I read Perfect. I’m on the verge or recovery thanks to that wonderful book. Thank you Ellen Hopkins You are a such an inspirational writer and you work wonders.
I am such a huge fan and have a collection of all the books and read them multiple times =]
Amazed… I am 21 now, and began reading your books when I was 16. Crank was my first… I was rebellious and gave my family hell. But I loved to read. I’ve never been an addict but I’ve tried my fair share. I can honestly say I don’t understand or didn’t understand my own mothers addiction to dope, the monster crank pure heaven as its been described to me. I didn’t understand why she couldn’t, didn’t want to raise me. My dads parents took me. Raised me well. I have two sisters, two brothers, and a step brother all from my real parents now. Your books kind of explained to me what my own mothe probably felt and went thru. Besides the fact she didn’t have ANY family backing her. Thank you for these stories… And one small request? I would love a sequel to impulse… I read it while pregnant with my first child… It left me wanting more of that characters story. Please? Thank you again.
Hai(: I just wanna start off by saying i loove all of your books. I was just wondering more about “Kristina.” Do you talk to her? Is she clean now? Do her kids know her. I haven’t gotten that far in Fallout yet, but from what I’ve read they’re all split up. I was just wondering if you see any of them besides “Hunter?” I have so many questions. You’re books are just so intriguing. Thanks for writing them.
Ellen Hopkins,
Never knowing who you were before stepping into the Round Rock Opportunity Center, now four months later, I can tell anyone who ask almost everything about you and your books. I’ve read all but two (currently reading) of your young adult books and all of your adult books. You write with such great technique that it blows my mind because I never liked reading until I came across one of your books. Your storytelling brought me to real life things that actually happen, and it took me inside those situations and experiences.
Thank you for showing me a new world, inspiring me to read more.
These books have made a huge impact on my live. I’ve read everybook, and I’ve never found anything wrong with any of them. I feel like somebody finally understood both sides of pain, and the things we did to cope with that. Grwoing up witha mom with depression, and then my own leading me down a bad path, when I read these books, I finally felt that I wasn’t alone. I can see why you took the risks writing these books the way you did. They’re all graphic and for that the world learns.
WOW!!! your books are so amazing and heart wrenching! I’ve read all but Tricks and Perfect! (going out to get them tomorrow! SO EXCITED!!!) I find every book so far able to relate to me in some way. The longest it’s taken me to read on of your books in 1 week since i get so caught up in the story. I always become attached to the characters and feel as if i’ve lost a friend when i finish each one. I hope you are writing new books because once I’m finished with Tricks and Perfect, I don’t know what i’ll do with myself!! BTW, My favorite book of yours is BY FAR Identical. The twist at the end left me stunned, saying “holy crap!” and “no way!” over and over for over half an hour! I am so in love with your books, it’s crazy!
Your books have opened my eyes to what happens out there in the real world.
I love them and I can’t get enough!
I after book shopping, I always come home with one of yours. If I don’t I consider the day a fail.
Crank was the first I read, and I sat on the couch, unmoving until I devoured every word.
I couldn’t get enough! I’ve read everything but Tricks and Perfect, and I plan on getting them soon.
Thank you for your words. You keep me hanging in there.
i absolutely love ellen hopkins..she is my most favorite author, matter factly my only!
her books are so real and ugh i don’t even know how to describle them..mind raveling.
i love the format in which she writes her books and id love to own every single last book she writes and i plan on it one day. cant wait to read them all and her new “adult” books comin out will be just as good im sure! she is greatly adored!
Ellen, your books are pure amazement and they inspire me so much. I can never put your works down once I pick them up. I have loved every single one of them and will continuously read them no matter how many times I’ve read them. You have no idea how much you have changed my life and my outlook on it. Thank you so much, you couldn’t fathom my appreciation for you and your amazing writing ability. Love, Taylor. <3
I must say, many people say your books are too detailed, too disturbing and not appropriate. But I think you are an amazing writer. I love everything you stand for and hope you continue writing forever!!!!!!!
You got me when I first read Crank, then I was addicted to reading more books by you! I just finished Burned lastnight, and it was phenomenal, I feel like its real life when I read about other teenagers… we go through the same things, well some of there problems.
hi ellen im a huge fan of ur books. ive read crank, glass, fallout, impulse, and ur most recent book perfect. i loved them. impulse was the first i ever read and its really good. the character vanessa reminded me a little bit of me and my situations that im tryin to deal with. perfect was outstanding. it actually hit me about the whole ex relationships situation. it helps though. it makes me realize im not the only one that has had problems. im so relieved and so amazed by your novels.
from your fan, Kylie
I wanted to write you because everything you write somehow relates to me. Your book Impulse relates to me the most. It is an amazing book. I too have been a self harmer in the past and Vanessa is exactly how I feel in this world. You are by far my favorite author and I will continue reading every book you publish. Even if it is a teen book because I feel they can help adults too. I have always been a natural writer and you are who I look up to when It comes to writing styles. I love yours. It makes it easy to read and seem like less of chore. Thank you so much for writing how you do. Very inspirational.
Ellen, Im pretty sure you wont ever read this, but if you do… I just want to let you know that your books and your writing have massively impacted my life. before I read Crank, I was an irresponsible teen who over abused drugs, and was out of control when it came to alcohol. when i started to read about how Bri first had drugs, it explained EXACTLY the first time I tried ( except for me it was in a Carls Jr, not bowling alley… ) Any way, i kept reading and reading about how alike my life was with Bri’s life. I felt as if it was a biography. By the end of the book, I was crying because of who the father was. Like Bri, I was practically raped, too…. but that was when i stopped. I quit snorting and lowered drinking to a minimum, Now Im back to being a straight A student, who has goals. Thank you Ellen, if it wasn’t for you writing Crank, and publishing it so teens like me could read it, I would still be doing drugs just as hard as I did before, that is if I would still be alive by now. Thank you so much.
Your books are truly amazing. I have never been so inspired. I do not like reading at all, but I am truly amazed by your books. I can never seem to put them down and just find myself lost in them. Thank you so much for writing such wonderful books. I don’t always want to read that happy ending, I want a truth. That is exactly what I received. Your words are so powerful.
Every one of your books have spoken to me. It amazes me at how well you get inside the head of your characters and truly become them. Ever thought of doing a book solely on eating disorders?
I cannot wait for Tilt! Going to pre-order mine today!
Thank you,so much Mrs Hopkins.I can’t express that enough.Your books have helped me with several aspects of my silly teenage life.I know now there’s people who think these crazy thoughts that I think,and that I’M NOT ALONE.I can never thank you enough.THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!
I love your books. A few of them describe my life or have described a few situations in my life. I’m grateful to have your wonderful mind and books in the world! I love writing myself. My work I mostly do is poetry. I wish I could meet you one day.
Ellen, I love all of your books. They really have let me see a different side of things and help me to feel thankful for the life I have and change somethings I do with myself. Once I start reading them I can not stop and they are all I think about. I continuously wait for you to write more books so I can read them and I know that you will never disappoint. You are my favorite author and always will be. Thank you for sharing your talents with the world. I appreciate it.
I just wanted to say that theses books impact so much of my llife. they inspire me to suceed but only with my expectations. I love the books. thank you
Wow. That’s all I could think after I finished Perfect. This is your only story that I feel you left hope for at the end, besides Identical, which had an amazing twist, btw. All of your others had a sad ending, but with this novel..I don’t know something just clicked. The words in this book hit me like none of you other books ever had. You made me laugh, cry and smile, all at the same time. I don’t actually know how to put what I’m feeling into words right now. I’m speechless. Your writing is so beautiful and I love love love your style and your originality. This blew me away and I just want to thank you because after finishing the book (and crying a little) I stared at that book for a long time and smiled. Thank you for reminding me that’s its ok to fail sometimes and thank you for reminding me to just be myself and that my mirror cannot change me or tell me who to be. I didn’t realize it until I read this book, but I needed that book because it was the push, the motivation I needed just to remind me that I don’t have to be the best at everything. I thought I wasn’t good enough to fulfill my passion, your book reminded me that i’m going to pursue it. You gave me hope again. I can’t thank you enough because your books have made such an impact on my life and one day I aspire to have the guts to tell people what your telling people through your poetry. thank you!!!!
Reading your books has helped me out so much. They were recommended by a counselor of mine; she felt your novels would help me get out of the place I was in. Well in all honesty, I thought they wouldn’t be good at all, but I took the chance and fell in love with them. Your books have so much in them that my friends and myself can relate to so well, it’s as if you stepped into our lives and recorded it on paper. From the meth issues, all the way down to parenting problems as a teen. Since Crank, I have looked forward to every book that you write coming out, and i hope they never stop. I do want to say thank you because you have honestly changed the life of me and many of my friends. We love you forever Ms. Ellen!!!! Thank You!! <3
I really love you books. I have purchased and read all of them but I’m about to start perfect. I hope you come out with some new ones because they inspire everyone to get help or be the help for someone. Thank you for making my free time such a message. You’re an amazing writer. I’m so glad to be a fan!
Mrs.Hopkins,
I am sure that oyu have heard this a million times and then some. You are my favorite author out of any that I have ever had the pleasure of getting ot know through their work. I myself could never relate to any other author though I’ve tried. I have never felt so heard so seen by text as I have with yours. I myself was a cutter and am in the struggle of addiction and getting out of it. I had also experienced back breaking abuse growning up and god knows how many otherthings. I always thought that things in life were not worth fighting for. When I first read Crank when I was a freshman in high school I had many of the same issues that the charecters in that book were facing. It pained me to see it end. Your writing gave me a gift that no one could ever really give me. It gave me what I choose to major in college and it gave clearity in my mind and soul that I am not alone and there is someone even if only in text listened and cared enough to share even in spirit that they had listened.
Thank You So Much,
Kai C.
Your stories tell the truth about a lot of teens lives in this world…. including mine. The story of Kristina/Bree…is a lot like mine. I don’t do drugs and never planned on it. But with her life and how she has grown from it is something people may never get out of or that they will never understand. It took me awhile to figure out what the monster is. It is something that make us make bad chooses…and think it’s okay,but it’s not. It takes over us to feel something. But there is more to life….more than pain….more than drugs…more than leading your life down a road you don’t want to go then trying to find your way out. You inspired me! Taught me to trust people and who I shouldn’t . Her books made me think how special life is…and that we only get one chance at it. We all want a happy life! and if it wasn’t for Ellen Hopkins…. I would still be depressed…and unhappy. But I found someone I can trust and care about. He will always be A big brother to me. (: Thank You Ellen Hopkins for giving me my happy life back! Brea
Your books are so inspirational and so true. I finished reading “perfect” a couple of weeks ago and fell in love. There is a part of that book that reminds me of the way i used to be…it was in kendra’s section:
It Wasn’t Me
That’s what you said-
it wasn’t me who sent
you running, spinning
into someone else’s arms
No,
it had nothing to do with
me. So why do I think
if I had only been thin
as rays of dawning sun
it
all would have worked
out differently? Flawless,
you needed a girl without
imperfections and that
wasn’t
the troll who lives in
the room beyond
the looking glass. No,
your perfect girl wasn’t
me.
I am a HUGE book worm but after reading Ellen Hopkins books I have no desire to read anything else. These stories relate to either me or someone in my life and have helped me overcome many obstacles. I am so grateful that someone can capture words so beautifully and decide to share them with the world. I have read each of the books multiple times and they never get old.
THANK YOU ELLEN HOPKINS FOR BEING IN MY OPINION THE BEST AUTHOR OUT THERE.
I love your book they ate really inspirational.I will own all your books in a little bit.I would like to know if you are coming to Chicago someday?I would like to meet you,and I would like to know if “Impulse” had a playlist and of it does then I would like to know it,Thankyou <3
I cant tell you how much I Thank You for writing these books they mean a lot to Me and my two friends Kenzie and Jaden they have helped us understand what some people could actually be going through and what they do to resolve it. Once again Thanks and Cant wait for the next book to come out!!(:
I really hope you can make a movie of crank,Glass and Fallout all together it would be more than incredible!! Or at least make a movie of any if your other books but I would really like Glass as a movie my 2 favorite books so far are Glass and Impulse ,let me confess something when I first brought Impulse it spent days in my bookshelf because I was too lazy to read it because I saw so many pages and it was the first book I had brought of you ,but once I read the first page I loved it n I kept reading it and I was capable of finish it in 2 days. Since then I love all your books and You were the fist author to make me read a book with so many pages.Haha well bye
P.S
Keep writing never give ur profession I really love u as an author
Dear Everyone( and Possibly Ellen Hopkins),
Before My friend introduced me to these Young Adult Series from The Crank Novels, I was the ‘airhead’ should you say. Everyone thought i was clueless and i didnt know what was going on with the world because nobody would tell me anything! I was shy and all this stuff kept happening. Once My friend showed me these books and i’ve started reading them, I wasn’t shy or an airhead anymore! These books opened up my eyes to the world that i’ve been asleep to all this time! It showed me how fragile the world and people are. How dangerous it is. How beautiful people can be.
Ever since this happened, My crush has been talking to me more, hugging me more, paying attention to me more. I really would like to thank you Ellen Hopkins. You’ve made the world better for me and my future.
I LOVE all the books ive read so far and read most of them more then once (: i cant wait for the second part of burned to come out! Burned is definitely one of my favorites but i love all of them (: Ellen Hopkins is my favorite author! <3
Ellen, I hope you know that you are my inspiration. I am proud to say you are my favorite author. Your books make my heart beat a thousand times faster than normal, always wanting to find out more, dig deeper and cry when the ending final comes.
My major is English, and I write nearly every day. Your books touch me in so many ways, especially your newest one: Perfect. When I re-read your books, it encourages me to push myself further in my writings and hopefully one day I’ll earn my writers wings and sore into the publishing world.
I absolutely love your books. I consider Impulse to be the best book I have ever read. It touched me in so many ways mostly because the characters were going through some of the same thoughts as I were. Thank you for making your books relatable and fun to read. Everyone in my class is hooked on them even my Language Arts teacher.
Ellen,
I am in LOVE with your books. I have read every single one of them and i just can’t get enough! I have recently just finished reading Perfect, and it was so heart pounding and exciting that i couldn’t put the book down. I hope you keep writing these books because they are pretty much the ONLY books i will sit down and read at anytime. You are doing such a magnificent job at writing and i ultimately love the way your poetry flows and how you layout your words. I cannot wait to buy your next book!
-Alexis
Your books make me sit on the edge of my seat, I can’t put the books down, Your books have made my life extremely different and they’ve changed me in ways I never thought were possible. Your books helped me to find myself and helped me through the struggles I’ve gone through in my life, without your books, I wouldn’t have made it through any of these obstacles and I wouldn’t know who I was. You taught me to do what it takes to get where I need to be, that drugs are a monster that can destroy even the most perfect lives. You taught me that being perfect isn’t about what everyone else sees you as, its about admitting to yourself who you are and accepting it. You helped to teach me that suicide is never the way out and like conner, it might be simple for us, but it tears apart the ones we love…Please, never stop writing.
Your books have changed my life, Thank you so much for that. Thank you for writing.
I wish you would come closer to Huntsville. I’ve been dying to meet you since I started reading your books. My aunt met you at a writer’s conference and mailed me a copy of one of your books that you signed- it was before fallout came out. The closest you’ll come is the carolinas but it would be awesome if you would come to Alabama.
Dear Ellen Hopkins, I have been reading your books since I can recall but ever since I read your first book Crank, I have been addicted. I have read all of your books including Perfect! I felt that Perfect reached out to me to most, since expectations can be overwhelming but my favorite book would have to be “Identical.” I loved the ending, I would have never figured!! Words cannot explain when I read the last few pages, I was in awe. Because of that I am taking AP Pyschology so that I may really understand the cognitive mind and people’s reactions to everyday life and things. Because of your inspiration I have decided to major in Psychology. Ever since reading “Identical” I have a desire to learn about multiple-personality disorder and other disorders as well. Thank you so much for your hard work, it has truly been an inspiration to me. Sincerely, Jessica R. (P.S. Please never stop writing!!! and I love you!)
I absolutely LOVE your books. I actually found a copy of Burned when I started 8th grade in my social studies desk. It must have been left over from last year. I started reading it and I became mesmerized with the storyline. My teacher said I could keep it, and It’s been mine ever since. Keep on writing
Hi, I love all your books….they each teach me a new lesson. Crank has taught me that drugs can turn you into someone you don’t recognize when you look into that evil thing we call the mirror.
I have had a little personal experience with that. And I have met my own “Bree” I didn’t like her, but I still kept her around for many reasons; peers, stress, and just from pure boredom. Crank has made me realize that I could have easily just shut out Abby and housed…her in my head. Your book gave me the courage to cleanse Abby of her version of “Bree” Thank you.
I think that your book “Perfect” has taught me an equally important lesson. That I am me and no one can change that and make me their version of “perfect” I can only make myself my own kind of Perfect. As you say, perfect comes from inner beauty and not so much outer beauty. (I didn’t use your exact words) And I couldn’t agree more. Your words have have been engraved in my mind and my heart. Thank you for making me feel like I am not alone in this unforgiving world….I haven’t said this before….but you are my hero.
P.s e-mail me if you like. <3
hello, I really just wanted to say that I’m kinda sorta obsessed with your books. Your one of my favorite authors, it’s funny whenever i try to tell people what crank or impulse is about their like why are you reading about that haha. I love the way you write, the format of your books, just everything because you write in such a way that it feels real and it’s absolutely fascinating can’t wait to read your next book I’m half way through perfect and impulse is my favorite book by you. uh so anyway i’m writting a story right now and it would mean the world if you could give any advice, I know that you have a lot of fans and i don’t want to inconvience you anyway but when your scrolling down and looking at these comments please consider wrriting me ok bye now…..your an amazing writer
Hello,
Just wanted to Thank You for all of your books, my daughter is dyslexic and has never been a reader. But I picked up “Identical” and since it was in verse she read it and read it fast , asking for the next book, and then the next. I was so excited that she was reading a book , of course I bought all of your books and then she started reading alot of other books and will always ask for your new books. She has improved so much in school and hardly ever watches TV anymore, she always has a book in her hand and now I bought her a E-Reader. THANK YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR HARDWORK in writing books.
I finished two of you books , In one day ! I loved them , they are intresting . i read Crank and Glass i had just got them from the Libary and as soon as i finished them i went back just to get some more . i got Burned and Impulse . I love the types of books you write , About trobled teen’s It’s the only topic i am actually intrested in . I don’t read much books But, i can’t seem to put yours down Up untill 3 a.m reading ad reading . Im only 15 but i want to consider writing as something i would do when im older . Books Much like yours About ‘The troubled ‘ And ‘People with bad habits’ But i just wanted to say I LOVE YOUR BOOKS !they are amazing . thank you so much Bye
i really nee to know is There a movie based on your book “Crank ” i’ve been looking for Hours and its driving my Insane please I NEED TO KNOW . I’m hooked to your books <3
Hi Ellen.
your books are absolutely amazing. i love to know the random facts about certain addictions and the stories that go along with the different dugrs and obssessions. i find your writing very inspirational. letting me know that there is more to life than suffereing and pain. they provide a real life view as to what people go through when experiencing the addictions themselves or experiencing family members who are addicts. i know personally i have suffered with eating disorders, emotional disorders, and have recntly got into trouble with alcohol. your books help me cope through more than the , well, average person. i have read all of your books, and they have come up in my group therapy for alcohol related problems. i feel like i can relate well to all of the books, especially with the females. i have found myself writing my feelings down on paper in free verse much how you write your books. i found that this is a much more constructive way to cope with the stress. i cannot stress enough how much i love your books and the fact that you should continue doing what you are doing.
Ellen Hopkins. God, where do I start. Your books describe my life. My struggle with an eating disorder, my struggle with cutting, my struggle with being sexually abused. I can feel the emotion pouring through your words, and though it’s hard to relive some of the events in my life, I am so glad that someone isn’t afraid to write the pain in words. Thank you. I love your work<3
Dear Ms.(Mrs.) Ellen Hopkins I think that you are such a good writer/poet. I learned that from reading your book CRANK. It is a really good book. I think that one day you should visit Timberland High School. It would be a pleasure of my to meet a author/poet one day because I love reading books. I never loved a book more besides twilight series and your books. Please write back to me at dt.cash01@gmail.com. Thank YOu Very Much!
Ellen, i would just like to say i am a high school student and ever since i have started reading your books i cant find any other books that are as good. I have read 4 of your books and im always excited to read another one! I love your books, you are a wonderful writer!!!
Ellen, your books have really helped me get through the last few years of my life.
I started out by reading Burned, which only happened because I needed a book and my friend only had that one.
Now, I’ve read all of your books at least three times each, and I anticipate reading all future books!
Your writing has inspired me to write, showed me what makes good writing, and how to do it all.
Thank you so much for writing, I love all your books, they are what has kept me going.
<3
I am a big fan of your work. I love your style that you write. I am always looking in store’s and online for new one’s that you have wrote. These stories, some however kinda remind me of something like my own.
oh my god ! i love these books soo much !! i hated reading till grade 7 ive rread all your books ! crank glass and fallout are my favorites and im sooo sad there done ! i actually cryed !!
My father did drugs when he was about 18. He’s been clean for about ten years now, but the after math of those years of his has cause turmoil on me too. I’m 9X more likely to get addicted to drug on my first try than a normal person. Reading Ellen Hopkins’ novels has made me realize how much pressure my dad was under and is still under and it makes me not hate him as much as a I used to. Now I’m pushing so hard to never touch any drugs. Ever. Thank you, Ellen.
First of all i want to say Thank you.
Me, being a depressed teenage girl who has thought about suicide so many times, started taking meds a few weeks back, and they make me feel great but your book, Impulse has made an inpact on me. I got it a couple of days ago, and read it in two days. At first Vanessa was my favorite, Tony was my second favorite, and Conner, well, i didn’t like him, i mean, do you really let a girl affect your life that much to the point where you try to commit suicide? come on!, but as i read the book i fell for Conner. I started loving him because no one else but Vanessa and Tony did. He didn’t deserve to be born in a home where he wasn’t loved, i just wanted to hold him, to give him the love his parents couldn’t give, (SPOILER) i’ve been crying non stop with his suicide. I know he’s not real, i know he’s just a caracter in your amazing book, but i just felt awful and sad, and it made a huge impact on me, you know.
Anyways, it’s late and i have to go to bed.
Hope you know you are an amazing writer <3.
I love your books. I have all but Identical. You have a huge gift with words and I love reading your books. I especially love how you write fictional books with fictional characters who go through real life crises. It’s refreshing to read something that isn’t gonna be the princessy-happy ending. Not all lives have happy endings, and I hate to read a book who makes life look like it’s going to be a cake walk. We go through hell on the inside, and it’s a nice change to read about people who face their demons on the inside. I finally have a favorite author who focuses on real-life situations, and not just the stupid lovey-dovey soap operas. I love you, Ellen Hopkins!! <3
I am 18 and a senior in High School. I have been reading Ellen’s books since 7th grade. I have never been more in love with a book than all of hers. It really makes you think about how good you have it in life. She is one of the best authors I have come across and hope she continues to write books similar to what she has been writing. It teaches you that the courses in life that the people in the books are taking are horrible and tries to direct you into a different way.
Wow…. you make me feel bad about how guys treat Girls. Opened my eyes alot about what you write. IM not like that at all. Tricks made me sick to my stomach about the stuf that happend to those kids. I cut. Hundreds of Scars run over my body. I try to stop but i Cant. its nice to know someone else is going through it. I dont have much freinds to be around so i sit in my room all day reading. You touched me with what you write. Thank you soo much. Looking foward to the new book
Through high school I struggled with depression and confusion. I went to a counselor and was so afraid to say anything to her in person; however, I wrote her over a hundred letters expressing my confusion and sadness at the time that I was unable to express in person. I was thinking about taking them all and putting them into a book. It would be about the struggles through high school, and what it feels like to come to the realization that I may be gay. Once I came to college I came out and now have a loving partner of almost 8 months. I realize this is a stretch, and I am simply a freshmen in college, but I want to get the story out there. I want to help prevent suicide among teens who may identify as gay. Also to help those who are not exposed to the lifestyle to see that it is not a choice to be in pain.
Life is never truly any fun unless you take chances. So here it is. I’m taking my chance.
These books have helped me through many rough years of self-loathing, self-harm, and suicidal intentions. My friends have helped me through a lot, but nothing can compare to reading another persons story, (fictional or not) to find acceptance. I’m not where I want to be yet but I’m sure closer then I was yesterday.
I’m 13 and I have read Impulse and am reading Tricks now. I started today after school and BOOM 200 pages in. these novels are amazing. I intend on reading them all
Mrs. Ellen Hopkins,
My name is Lisa Yrigoyen and I am a 20 year old living in Tennessee. I first fell in love with your writing style after reading Crank in high school. I now own every single book you have written and I want you to know that you are an amazing author and the reason why my nose is constantly buried in a book. You are a great inspiration and I just had to finally tell you how greatly I admire you and how much you have touched my life personally. Thank you, seriously.
I just want to say wow, there are no words to express how extrodinary your books are to me, (i have read all of them) I hope one day to be a writer and poet and when i found your name, it was maybe a sign because i pick books that most people just skim by. And i want to say thank you for being my inspiration, and i enjoy that even though its amazing to hear a happy endings and you’re books sometimes arean’t that way, its the truth we love to hear. you brought me reality and taught me lessons and for that i am greatful.
Roses
A bloom in the bunch, whether white and pink
black if that may be.
to have a thorn is what they hope for because’
our petals are what brings us crumbling to our feet
for i am neither though i wish to be,
trapped in meadows for i dont know where i should have bloomed
or where is my bunch, my flowery perfume
am i just withering like all roses left
to crumble soon.
(i just came up with that when i posted this comment i have many i have written and i haven’t edited them but,, first is mostly a good try)
I’d like to say, your books are the ONLY books i actually enjoy reading. I honestly do not know what I would do without your books! I just adore them. You have a great talent. I was worried after Fallout you would stop writing, but then came along Triangles, and Perfect. Thank you so much for opening your books to all of us! I look forward to keep reading your creations. Thanks again
I startes reading your books 2 years ago when i was 13 and I have been hooked ever since. I have read crank, fallout, glass, and burned. I love reading your books and i can finish in about 2 days. Your the only author of teen books that I can read. I love your writing! KEEP IT UP !
I know that you’ve probably heard this a million times before but your book are truly amazing and have given me hope, courage, motivation and confidence. I can honestly say that I don’t know where I would be without your books, maybe I wouldn’t even be writing this but please please don’t stop writing and publishing. I have now started writing thanks to you and am inspired to write after reading even one of your poems. You are really amazing and THANK YOU so very much from the bottom of my heart. Your beautiful work is my inspiration! ♥
i love your books so much when i get to last chapter i cry and when i set down the book after reading the last page its like leaving an old friend. everytime. <3
Oh my lands!!!
Ellen, I’m IN LOVE with you, and your work!!!!
I started reading your work late 2009, so I was 12 years old. You really changed my life!
I read Crank 3 times, Glass 3 times, Fallout 1 time, Burned 2 times, Impulse 2 times, Identical 2 times, Tricks 1 1/2(didn’t really finish, and now almost done with Perfect.
I can’t wait until Tilt comes out!!! First I have to read Triangles, but I know it’ll be great, especially since you wrote it!
I could read one of your books back to back and everytime it will feel like picking a new book, because everytime I get sucked in deeper and deeper, like I’m one with it. xD
I REALLY REALLLY WANT TO MEET YOU SOOOOOOOO BADLY. YOU ARE MY IDLE.
My dream/wish is to have a custom birthday cake of your books lined up together for my birthday and have you show up, even for an hour, so I can meet you, and talk to you for a little. We’ll probably have to pull loads of strings, plain a year(plus?) in advance, and maybe pay a lot of money, but HEY, IF ALL THAT GETS ME TO MEETING YOU THEN SO BE IT!(:
It’ll be the best birthday present I’ll ever get, best memory I’ll ever have, best day of my life.
<3
I’m 15 years old, and I think these books are BEAUTIFULLY inspiring. I didn’t like reading at all, and then I picked up Crank and read it. Now I love reading, and it’s as if a whole new world of fiction has opened up. I have read all of ellen’s books and I can not wait for Tilt! Thank you so much for revealing this new world to me!
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
I understand if you do not read this but I’m just going to write in the hope of you reading it. I’m Sarah and I live in Glendale, Arizona. A few months ago, I was sitting in my closet, crying, trying to find a way out- a way out of my life with cuts on my wrists. I was depressed. I was depressed since I was 10. It was the year that my family lost our house because of a terrible financial mistake. All of that added on the abuse of my babysitter’s abuse, not getting along with my father, and many other events that have happened in the past. With the house went my catholic school education. I lost everything that I lived for. I loved that house and now it’s trashed. The people that live in it now don’t take care of it and are horrible neighbors according to the neighbors we still talk to. My family has moved two times since then and with that, I switched schools. Luckily, I am back at my old school with the friends I had back then and more. We are planning on moving this summer into a house we actually fit in. We are just hoping our life will be better there. Hopefully, it will be our home rather than just our house.
Anyway, a few months ago, I found your books online. I was reading the books Beautiful and Clean by Amy Reed at the time because they helped. I didn’t feel like the only person out there that felt so upset with the world and depressed. I saw your books on the suggestions for other books similar to hers and I HAD to read them!! I read most of your books so far and they help more than I have ever thought anything could. I’ve been straight edge for about five or six months now and I feel happier. I also told my friends about your books and they LOVE them!! Thank you.
People ask me what I want to do in life and I can’t hesitate to say, “Meet the person that saved me, Ellen Hopkins.” Hopefully by then more people will recognize the phenomenal stories you have written of teens. If you didn’t write those books, who knows what I would have done to myself?? Who knows what my friends would have done to themselves?? Please come to Phoenix or Glendale Arizona soon!!! Thank you so much!!!
I just finished reading “Perfect”. The funeral scene made me cry. I miss Connor, and I’m so glad that Tony and Vanessa made a reappearance. I can’t wait for “Smoke” to come out. “Burned” is one of my favorite books you’ve written. I’m not sure where I would be without your books. Thank you so much for writing them.
I am so in love with hopkins’ writing. I just started reading identical and it is a tad triggering, I’m just trying to ignore all that because either way i can’t put the book down. Anyway, I just finished impulse and I about sobbed. Haha, and Crank. Ah jeez. haha Anyway, I love you ellen and your writing and thoughts and just everything. Keep them coming.
Ellen, I just wanted you to realize that your books are absolutely brilliant. Book after book I am stunned by your poetry and your ability to make my mind jump at every format you write with. While your stories are rather intense, there is always a clear, gentle visual that can be interpreted in many ways. Night after night I stay up late finishing your books the day I get them. I just want you to know that I admire your work and praise you for all that you have accomplished. I am a huge fan, and I thank you.
Hi. I just wanted to say thank you. You’ve been such a huge inspiration to me. I’m a writer and am currently working on my first two books which have been heavily inspired by yours. I am also a 19 year old with depression, suicidal thoughts and an addiction to cutting. I have used your books to help me cope and have enjoyed reading them for years. I am so glad that you have written and shared these amazing stories and have opened peoples’ eyes to the struggles that teenagers deal with. Thank you so much for everything you’ve done for me through these books. I hope that you come to Connecticut sometime soon and I hope that if my books get published and you decide to read them, that you enjoy them as much as I’ve enjoyed yours. Thank you again. =)
Sensations I get when I read you books gives me every reason to look forward to each and every book. Cold chills down my back and up my arms. Goosebumps.ohhb the exitment i get as i play the book out in my head like a movie. I cant wait until tilt. Im literally counting down the days. It first started with crank then i skipped to glass. It all came together. Your books make me feel like someone actually understands me and i know im not the only one…. thank uou. So much
Ellen, I want you to know that I have read all of your hooks except Perfect and I love every single one of them with all of my heart!!!!!!!! I would die to read Perfect though. It sounds fantastic. My librarian said she wants to order it next year but I am graduating this year a year early so I won’t be able to read it when she gets it:( well I just want to you thank you for writing and I am encouraging you to keep on writing.
when i first read crank it wasnt my choice i just picked a random book from my school liberary….. best choice in a book i ever made! it was the best book ever! im now so hooked on kristinas story! i cant wait to read fallout! love you ellen hopkins your my favorite author!!
I was wondering if you were planning on doing another book for the Crank series. I just had a lot of questions after I read it like: Will Autumn have her baby? Will she tell Bryce? Does Hunter marry Nikki or is he unfaithful again? Does Summer ever see Kyle again? Under what circumstances? Is Kristina back with Trey? How do Marie and Scott feel about taking all of Kristina’s kids in? These are just a few of my questions I would like to see answered. I loved the books anyway, even with the questions!!!!
OMG!!!!!X____X. Ellen, I just had the BIGGEST like nerdgasm i have ever had about something ever!!!!(well since TDKR) Anyways, I cant believe that there will be a sequel to BURNED!!!! How amazing! I cant believe it, i am just in shock. So my favorite book HAS to be IMPULSE. I just absolutely LOVED it!!!!! Like Tony was just the most amazing character ever written in one of your boo0ks. I know that he comes back in PERFECT, but there should be another WHOLE BOOK just for him and Vanessa. I loved Connor as well, i just cried when he……you know. But i guess it was for the best in a way. I loved how Tony just “switched teams” for Vanessa. That was my favorite quality about him. I REALLY REALLY wish he and Connor had hooked up. DREAM COME TRUE!!!! Well yeah, you are just an amazing writer. YOu should write an all gaynovel.
I’ll be devastated if Ellen Hopkins ever decides to stop writing….
These books have been my favorite for years. So to Ellen, thank you for sharing your talent with the world!
You’re books are the very best books i have ever read. im always waiting for the next one. They all capture situations that nobody else wants to talk about. They are real. Thank you for letting everyone know that they are not alone. I can’t wait for your next book. Keep them coming.
You are my favorite author, im almost 20 years old, and ive never had a liking to books, but i love your books. They open up my eyes to a different world. And I quite enjoy it! i started reading your books when i was 14 years old, and i cannot put them down, Ive read a few of them multiple times just because i like the stories so much, and to see that they’re true reading some of them put chills up and down my spine. I got Triangles for my birthday, and I have not put it down since.
I’ve read all your books and they are amazing. when i came back on this site turns out you had another one called “Tilt” I cant believe i missed that one and now i must hunt for it!!!
I just wanted to say that your books have brought reading to a whole new level for me , and you have done a great job at providing young teens with novels they can relate too.
I love your boks too! Burned made me cry and I can relate to Impulse and all the teens you write about. They have individual personalities and they are all so complex and different. Your books convey how everyone’s not the same and everyone has struggles. Your poetry is also stellar. I LOVE YOU !!!
Your books have helped, because i have gone through a lot of what the characters have. I know what it feels like when you don’t want to live, even though i have a perfect life. I know what it’s like to be confuse about whether or not to cut or just end it all and for a long time cutting helped, so did drinking and throwing up when i thought i wasn’t pretty. All of your books have helped me so much! Your poetry and writting was spot on! For me writting poetry helps me so much! When i read (not just your books) it helps a lot because for a short amount of time you can escape your mind and life and be whoever you want to be. When I read i escape my demons and the need that draws me to the paper clip and razor blade. Thank you for helping me escape! I am happy to say I am doing better now, only throughing up, cutting, and drinking every now and then. I am happy now!
Hi Ellen,
I’m a huge fan and love all your books. i just finished and Crank and Glass. Very sad very well written I have just starting fallout. thank you for writing them. I am a teacher and have several students that are into the drugs. So after reading your books I want to pass them along to them. Also another good book is GO ASK ALICE…
thank you
I love you. You’re my favorite author. Every single one of your books is amazing. I’m a big book worm but you’re the only author who writes books and each book is just as good as the next. You never fail to disappoint me. Each one of your books is amazing and they make you think and leave you in awe. They also make you realize stuff about your self. If I had to choose which books of yours is my favorite it might be the hardest question I’ve ever been asked but I would have to say Impulse because I can relate to that the most and what it feels like to not want to be alive anymore. All of your books are relatable though I think we could all say that we’ve felt the same as some one in your books at one point in each book. Please never stop writing books every time I find out you’re coming out with a new book I get so excited and start saving up to buy it so the day it comes out I can go to the bookstore and get it in the morning and spend then next few hours of my day sitting curled up in a corner on my bed with my phone and everything off reading your books and not coming out of my room till I’m done. So I just wanted to say your amazing and that I love you. Your my idol. One day I hope to meet you so I can give you a hug and say thank you.
Ellen Hopkins is my inspiration. I love poetry and have been published already, and seeing it combined with my love for writing really lit a fuse. Her books inspired my pen name, anonimous or anonImous. It’s anonymity, without the anonymity.
Here’s one I wrote after reading CRANK.
And here’s to you, Ms. Hopkins.
FOR THE BROKEN
Tears are the scars
of the battle-weary,
the soul-torn,
the cracked.
Pain is the scar
of the existing,
the believers,
and the deniers.
Actual scars are much harder to define-
they show where we’ve been, who we know
what we’ve done
and been forced to do.
They are a combination of all of these scars,
you’re bloodied, denying and beaten,
all you want is an end,
no pain,
no hurt,
no feeling,
perfection-
which we can never have.
This is really good. I hope you don’t mind that I wrote it down. I like to keep track of all the good poems I come across. Love it! You should keep writing & please don’t ever stop.
i love your books as soon as i pick one up i can never put it down till im done i have read all of them but fallout and thats one im about to read….but i love them so much they have open my eyes to alot of things i start to cry in some parts parts that have touched my heart in so many way i would love to meet you:)
hi ellen, i dont know if youll ever read this let alone comment back, but i just want to tell you your form of writing has inspired me so much. And the stories are AMAZING. you are my favorite author, and even tho im only 17, im actually thinking about writting a book.
the poetry and the flow of your words is beautiful. and i want tips on how i can write like you.
my life wasnt as easy as most, that is why i want to write. Its the only thing that makes me feel alive, and free.
ok i have a question, what is your motivation to write theese books?(i loveeeee your books by the way:) do you have any interesting facts about yourself?
You are BY FAR my ultimate favourite author! I read all of your books in less than 3 months, a couple of them twice. Your writing is so moving and spectacular, the stories drag you in as if you were witnessing it for yourself. Thank you so so much. Please keep writing more!
the only reason i’m alive is because there are so many more books to read out there. thank you for kepping me alive. i love “impulse” it helped me so much. i was just like vanessa. thanks for writting if not i would probably be dead. i love books so much. Other books that have helped me, This is for all you people reading this, if you are suicidle you should read: “My Beating Teenage Heart” by C.K. Kelly Martin, “By The Time You Read THis I’ll Be Dead” by Julie Anne Peters , “Scars” by Cheryl Rainfield, “The Secret Year” and ” Try Not To Breathe” by Jennifer R. Hubbard, “i Heart You, You Haunt Me” by Lisa Schroeder, and “Snowflake Obsidian” by The Hippie. You guys should read these books, they saved my life!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I ran into your book on accident. I thought Impulse was a regular book and I checked it out for poetry class. When I got home I looked at it and realized that in fact it was not a regular book at all. At first I thought it was a different way of writing so i went along with it. The next day I asked my teacher if the book was a poetry book and it was. I had never seen a book like this one and now I got my little brother into your books. We love your books so much Ellen. I am actually doing a photo story on you and your poetry! I have never fallen in love with a book in my whole life and I think I found my match!
Ellen, I have just finished reading one of your books ” Burned” . I can say it was the best book i have ever read . It felt like I was in the book myself. I even had tears running down my face . I will c0ntinue reading your books one by one. U should continue writing books just like thoses. (:
In my busy life I can always make time for these books, I can’t put them down.
Coming from a girl who is practically an angel it’s nice to get a taste of distorted reality.
It reminds me why I am the kind of person I am.
Keep writing! Looking forward to more and more.
You are simply amazing. Your style of writing and the poetry you produce leaves my mind reeling, and when I’m forced to put down your books to go do something else important, I’m always anticipating the next opportunity that I get to read it. At school, I see friends of mine that haven’t picked a book up in years holding one of YOUR books. They tell me how good the book is, and it’s all I can do to smile and nod. Thank you for being such a wonderful author and bringing all your readers such joy. Keep it up, and take care!
I absolutely love your books. When I started reading them, I just couldn’t stop. The way you write is truely amazing. I just wanted to stop by and say they are… OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh my goodness, where to start!? I just finished reading perfect, read all your other books too. None of them are short of fantastic. But I’m sure I can’t tell you anything that you haven’t already heard. Your books have made me like reading, which I thought was impossible. I honestly cant put them down once I start reading them. So inspirational, too. Anyways, kudos to you girl And I cannot wait for your next book!!
I love you Ellen! I really do. Your words inspire me every day. The minds of the characters are so relatable & makes me wanna cry sometimes. I hope to be a good author/poet like you one day. I’ve been taking your advice & working very hard. THANK YOU!
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
Hello. You are one of my favorite Authors. I love to read all of your new books. Although i would have to say Crnk would haveto be my favorite one. Your books are so inspiring. Whenever i start one of your new books i get so sucked in on the first page that i cant put it down. i belive everone in school should be required to read your books (crank,glass,perfect) mainly because it teaches them about drugs and how bad they are for you and what could happen when your on them. But mostly how you loose your family over them. Ellen you are a very talanted writer and i hop you never stop writting cause everytime i go to the store i look to buy one of your new books(: You inspire me to be a good person thank you (:
I started reading your books at the end of 6th grade when my 16 year old sister introduced them to me and by the beginning of 7th grade i had completely read the whole set of books u wrote i was in utter shock that i could read so quickly. After reading your books i began to love reading and raided my library constantly for new things to read. I cant wait for your new book ‘Tilt’ to come out!
Ellen: Just finished reading your book, “Perfect.” I could not put it down. Loved the use of poetry in telling and interweaving the four kids’ stories, as well as the stories themselves. You are a fantastic writer, as I’m sure you’ve heard many times before, and I greatly respect you for your ability to break the mold and focus on important topics other than the typical teen romances that plague bookshelves today. I look forward to reading more of your work, and I am most definitely recommending “Perfect” to everyone I know!
PS: I believe perfection is possible, but I believe in an odd definition of the word — that we are all beautiful, in our glory of flaws and insecurities. We are who we are meant to be, and we are who we will become. As we spin the tapestry of our lives, perhaps sometimes coming across barriers or nicks, we weave a stunning, even breathtaking, work of art called life; and life, as it is, is perfect.
Dear Ellen, I just wanted to say you are my favorite author out of every single book I’ve ever read (and that’s a lot). Your books have had a huge impact on my life, and have helped me become who I am, and make decisions that have bettered my life. I have so much attachment to your books, I can’t even properly explain it… the way you describe things, the way the words are inside me and the vivid imagery that I see in my mind when I read your books, are something I’ve truly never experienced before. I have dreamed about scenes from Glass before. I’ve honestly read that book so many times, and still enjoy it every time I do. If I had one thing to ask it would be to please, before your writing career is over (if it ever is, and I hope not), to write a sequel to Glass. I will feel like my life isn’t complete if I don’t know what happened in between Glass and Fallout. That sounds so childish of me, but it’s true. I know you’ve previously stated you won’t, but please re-think your decision. I would love to read another book about it. Thank you for taking the time to read this. You are an inspiration to me and have an incredible talent. I’m going to continue reading Perfect now, I’m almost done and I’ve loved it, just the same as I have all your other books. Yours sincerely, Faye Gerrard.
Well my friend got me into your books and the first one I read was impulse and oh my god after reading that one it made me want to keep reading your books! They are so amazing and burned made me cry so much at the end I am now reading Glass and I can’t wait to get to the rest of your books
The first book I had read from your collection was Burned, & my gosh I couldn’t put it down! I cried at the ending )’: So far ive read Burned, Crank, Tricks, & Impulse. The next one Im getting is Glass. I love your books, I can relate to them so much its ridiculous actually. I really appreciate how aware you are of the problems teens go through everyday… thank you! Your books are so inspiring, & im always sharing them with my friends. My dad takes me once a month to buy two of your books, please keep on writing! Your books are so real, you speak nothing but the truth in them. You are truly amazing. Your style of writing and your poetry always leaves me in aw, and when I’m forced to put down your books to go do something else that I need to do, I’m always looking forward to going back & reading your books.
Take Care ♥
Your books are probably the best books around. I love each and every one of them. When I read the first one, I immidetly wanted to read more. You have an amazing way with words never stop writing.
I just want to say that all of your works have been just… really inspiring. Both as literature and a means to see that there is hope in any situation. I’m currently trying my hand at poetic prose in my own writing, and it has given me a new avenue in my ‘abilities’
And just… thankyou for writing. I relate in numerous ways to Vanessa in Impulse, and the entire book just gave me hope, for my own personal recovery. Reading Tricks, I’m kind of eager to help out with organisations like Children of the Night, so yeah. Just thankyou!
Well, i can say that i am one of those who has greatly fallen in love with all of Ellens books. She put so much truth into her books. They’re raw and powerfull. I will forever be a fan.
I’ve read and owned every book. I completely enjoy them. I love the story lines, and how you don’t sugarcoat the facts of life. You tell it how it is. I’m 19, and when I found out about the new book coming out in Sept., I was instantly excited! I love to read. The way you write makes the words flow so well, and I just absolutely love it. Thank you.
I have been reading these books since I was about ten, I am fifteen now and find them to be a comfort to me when nothing else is. I am not proud to say that I have experienced a lot of what Ellen has written about, but I love the way she described it so precisely. I thank her for finding the words that I needed to express my feelings.
I love all of Ellen Hopkins books. Every time I read even 1 phrase from one I want to bust out crying!! She is one of my greatest role models and I really look up to her.
I have read every single one of your books. I simply cannot get enough of them. Your writing truly inspires me. Your writing speaks to me like nothing else and I learn a lot through your characters. You have an amazing talent, and have only encouraged and made my passion for reading even stronger than it was.
I have loved your books since I was 11 and my mom finally let me read Crank. I have been through a lot in my life and my sister recommended your books to help me cope. I read Crank in just 10 hours and couldn’t get enough. A couple months later (for my birthday) my mom took me to the book store and so then I got Glass. I read this book within about 10 hours too and lived just as much, if not more! Then my friends started asking why I was smiling so randomly. I eventually told them about my history and then that I was connecting with your books. Some of them thought I was crazy but 2 in particular were in awe. I let them borrow Crank and they loved it almost as much as I do even though they couldn’t connect as much as I. Just about 1 month ago I saw that you came out with Fallout and I couldn’t help but travel 2 hours away to get it! I am on page 404 and I just can’t get over these books!! I hope that you can come out with another one because I just can’t get enough!!!<3
i am 13 n i just read impulse n burned n i think you are awesome i have dont meth since i was 12 and i am about 2 have my first kid n i love the fans here because they all seem so much like me n stuff
Most of the fans here are addicts and teen mothers. I, myself, was just on MTV, pregnancy was tough, especially in middle school, but this author taught me that it is ok. We will be who we are.
I started reading Crank when it first came out. the first couple of pages had me hooked. I couldn’t wait for Glass to come out. Then i got Burned, then Impulse. i had a couple of my friends read them, even a teacher.I made my sister read it, She was doing some of that stuff. It helped her to know i cared about her. That was a long time ago when i was 13-14 years old. I’m 21 now and i still love reading your books. Awaiting for what comes out next. Thank you
I read Perfect when my aunt took me out to buy a book for my 11th birthday. Yes, I am eleven and two quarters, and the BIGGEST Ellen Hopkins fan ever!!!! I literally JUST got done reading Crank. That book has taught me soooo much. I steal quotes from Perfect ALL THE TIME. No joke, today I lectured my small group of friends about how the word ‘perfect’ has no concrete meaning etc. And they all looked at me like I was insane. Ellen is my number one role model, forever and always. I have never ever read anything like Ellen’s work. She inspires me to never give up on my dreams, I mean, she never gave up on hers, did she?
THANK YOU SOSOOSOSOSOOOOO MUCH ELLEN!!!!!!!!! IM WORKING ON HUNTING DOWN FALLOUT, GLASS, TILT, BURNED, IDENTICAL, TRICKS AND IMPULSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Honestly, all these immature little comments made towards other people need to stop. This is an area to show appreciation to Ellen’s amazing books. Saying bad words and saying things about how you wouldn’t understand cause you didn’t have sex is extremely unneeded and is HIGHLY immature. You need to stop and just appreciate that other people like books that this woman is writing.
When I started reading your books in middle school I simply loved them because I loved to read and learn about anything.
Now being in high school almost a junior and learning about my family I never realized how much a series could help me. There were days when I felt awful and I would read and remember everything is going to get better. I’m not there yet and it’s really hard some days other people’s addictions truly do ruin everyone’s life but I’m going make my life something worth living and I can’t help but thank you for being there when no one else was.
I have to admit I’m in love with these books I’m very ready to read Tilt. Bein’ a teen and reading her books I realize that I can be whoever I want to be even though I’ve done bad things, so I actually am inspired by all of her books. I’ve encourage everyone in my class to read these book and they are all wanting more! Reading these books makes want to be a writer!!
When I first picked up Perfect, I thought that it was just going to be another one of those depressing modern fiction books. I was, in all ways, wrong. This book spoke to my heart and I instintly fell in love with it. I write poetry in my free time (little that I have) and really apreciate the time, dedication, and passion that she put into her works. At times I know how horrible and unfair life can be but I had no idea how to express it. Perfect is only a small sample of what most middle and high school kids go through. I bet you if you studied 50 kids in each school, followed them every day, and got to know them inside and out, you would discover just what kind of life most kids have. Let me tell you, it’s not the lives that everybody would expect.
Okay so , all I have to say is that Ellen Hopkins , you are my absolute favorite writer. I don’t know how , but every single time I read your books they correlate to my life . I find it very amusing how they just fit in and how I can relate . You know ? I understand what the character may be struggling with . It’s like your books take me out of this world . I always want to disappear . I don’t even like reading that much , but I always read your books . I’ve read Crank , Burned , Impulse , Glass , Identical , Tricks , And Perfect . Right now I’m working on Fallout and I already know that the book will be amazing . Its always been hard to find a book that I would like , but you write exactly the style I love . I am also a writer and I write very similar to you . I enjoy every little bit of writing . I hope one day I will be as successful as you are . (My favorite book so far is Impulse .) I’m 13 and I’ve been writing since I was in kindergarten , but when I truly realized writing is what I need to live , I was in 4th grade . My teacher taught me everything I needed to know . Poetry is my favorite to write and my friends say I’m an extraordinary writer . Can’t wait to become like you . (: You have honestly persuaded me to live my dream . Thank you so much !
Hello Ellen Hopkins.
I’ve been a reader of your books since I was a freshmen in Jr. High School. My first book I read of your writing was Crank. Little did I know it was about to become one of the biggest things in my life i had to play with and learn to overcome. I wanted to let you know you writing has made a huge impact on my life. People don’t realize what you right is so life like unless they themselves have walked with the monster. I’am about to graduate high school in the next couple of weeks and i wanted to say thank you for writing what you did. Letting scared girls like me looking for something they don’t know much about a way to see it for its past,present, and future out comes. I didn’t just read your Crank series I’am a huge fan of all your books. My favorite book of yours so far is Burned. That is my all time favorite book! Amazing stories Ellen. Please continue to write. Guide others down the path that they don’t see.
-Young girl, Old mind.
I see my life as a mirror of conner’s life in Impulse. on the outside im a happy perfect student athlete. i made varsity for 2 out of the 3 sports i did as a freshman. but in my house my parent had crazy expectations for me that were impossible for me to fulfill. when i couldn’t, they would compare me to my absolutly perfect sister who i want to be nothing like. My life was a mess and was falling apart right before my eyes. i began cutting myself for every mistake i made. i felt alone in the world until a friend recomended impulse. i read connors story and it opened my eyes. i realized i dont have to be perfect to be accepted. thank you very much for saving me.
You’re an amazing author. Every time I pass through a library, or the book store at the mall, or any bookstore in general, I can’t help but look for your books. I’ve learned a lot from them, just the struggle many teenagers have. I have fallen in love with poetry and reading thanks to you. Although, I will not read any books but yours. During summer vacation last year, when I was on my trip, I had read 3 of your books within a couple of weeks. Spending the whole day reading, and searching bookstore after bookstore for one of your books that I have not read yet. I found your book ‘Crank’ by accident, but it was an amazing accident. I never realized poetry can be written in so many effective ways that can create intense stories that you can’t just stop reading. You have some unimaginable inspirations, and incredible writing skills. I’m still searching here and far to find the rest of your books I just seem to be unable to find. Thank you for writing, and I continue to read, and reread all of your poetic novels!
I’d just like to say that so far I have read the first 2 out of the Crank series (sad, I know, but I can’t get my hands on the rest at the moment) and I have loved them both. But someone said something on my facebook about a movie for it? But I can’t find anything legit for it. I know the movie isn’t up to you but has anybody been interested in filming it? I’m sure a lot of people are eager to see the movies, along with reading future books of your’s. Thank you.
ELLEN I LOVE YOUR BOOKS!! PLEASE KEEP THEM COMING!! Your books have gotten me through some rough days. The days I felt alone I would read your books and I could relate to the characters and suddenly I didn’t feel so alone anymore. Thank you for that! I have grown up with your books since Crank and I hope to contiune to grow with your writting as the years go on!
When i head out to the book store i’m always scoping out the ones you’ve published, being a f big fan of you work i always wait and wait for a new one to come out. No other book i’ve ever read can compare that what yours make me feel for the people going through these issues and it makes me want to be able to help them. They’re really changed the way i think. I can’t wait to be able to read Perfect.
Wow, is all i can really say out of the flow of things i want to say about your books. Even thinking about them, every one for teens makes me want to cry, they were just that beautiful. The bawling i did because of the life altering feelings and thoughts provoked by the books were amazing. From crank to glass to identical all of them opened my mind, my heart to the rawness of these realities that thank God aren’t mine. And for that I just thank you Mrs.Hopkins for sharing these stories, lessons, realities to us teens. <3
Me too, and even though the books are for fourteen year olds im 11 and i completely understand whats going on… I LOVE HER BOOKS and so do my friends..
I’m also 11 and I understand how the character feels because Ellen describes their feelings perfectly. She always uses beautiful sceneries just like in Fallout when Hunter gives the promise ring to Nikki.
gay
Wow you have a real good personality, what are you, 8? Or are you just THAT ignorant?
ur an ignorent sunova b***** >:(
gay? then wat in da world r u even doing on this website is what i wanna kno?
no its not for u stupid girl hav u had sex yet….exactly stupid b*****
I don’t see what having sex has to do with anything. I am seeing alot of immature posts on here. there is no reason to be bickering or poking fun of eachother. grow up. there is no need for anything you said.
I’m 11 too!!! I love these books so much. Mrs.Hopkins’s writing style enthralls me and the topics are ones that writers tend to stray from, in case they write the wrong thing or offend readers. I have only read Glass and Impulse so far, and just started on Fallout. THESE BOOKS ARE AWESOME!!!!! I am a total Impulse fanatic now and I think she should write a sequel.
Hey, you should definitely read the rest of her stuff. It is amazinggg. And Perfect, one of her newest books, is actually the sequel to Impulse. It is just from Connor’s sister’s perspective. It’s great
And just so you know, Crank is the prequel to Glass, and Fallout is the third.
ellen is the best author ever. im sorry that i replied to someone elses comment but i dont know how to write my own. ellen inspired me to do better in school and to read more. thanks ellen.
Hi Ellen!
First off i want to start with sorry i am just replying i could not figure out how to start my own. I love your books, there are a few jr. high school kids i used to try and help out with there “bad habits” while i was in high school, after i read your book CRANK in high school i asked them to sit down and read it because it showed the other side of what drugs and sex can lead to i feel that the world has allowed glamour and acceptance of drugs and drinking in the public’s eye to influence it and it was able to take show you what it rely is. Unfortantly i have not been able to read all of your books YET! I just finished burned and i could not set it down, i am an extreamly slow reader but i was able to finish it in two days, i am am extreamly excited to finsh rereading crank to start on glass
I don’t know how to make my own comment so I’m just replying. Your books are literally the best books I have ever read! I started crank a week ago and have already read it, Glass, Fallout and I’m on Burned. Fallout was AMAZING<3 I have never felt more related to a book than I did in Fallout. My mother is an addict and I have been through a majority of the things the children describe in the book. The emotions from the children are spot on. I have so many quotes from that book written down so when I'm struggling with my anger or sadness I have something to help me. I am buying that book as soon as I go out. You are an amazing author and made such a revelation in my life and how to deal with my feelings toasted my own mother. Thanks you for everything you have given me. PLEASE keep writing.
I hope everything works out for the best of you. You sound like a pretty smart kid:)
LOVE the books they are so good:)
i love your books they talk about real life things n u reallly touch my heart i am 18 n pregnant from n unknown father because i am a prostetute in vegas n i feel kind of like kristina in glass i want to thank u very much
Hey! I just want you to know I’m praying for you and your baby. PLEASE don’t fall to prostitution. If you need money for anything, just ask someone. I wil keep praying for you and your baby.
Your books are gateways to the soul.
this was my school essay:
Someone who made a difference in my life:
Ellen Hopkins
A person who has defiantly made a beneficial difference in my life is Ellen Hopkins, book writer, author of “Crank” and “Glass”. She has opened my eyes to the nature of addiction, how an addictive drug controls your mind and life, and the inevitability of downfall.
As a teenager growing up in America, You’re subject to temptation of drug-use/experimentation. And in her prequel, “Crank”, a girl named Kristina, who forms a second personality (because of the drug), starts the use of methamphetamines, due to a bad influential visit to her biological father that has drug abuse history. Throughout the books, Kristina’s life becomes more and more complicated and leads to losing her virginity, due to rape, becoming pregnant, all the way to daily meth use while taking care of her baby(which she obviously cant fulfill), before she even turns eighteen. Towards the end of the second story “Glass”, she falls in love with a guy, she turns to dealing meth, then she can’t control herself smoking it, loses custody of the baby, and finally ends up in jail for a half pound of 90% pure Mexican methamphetamine, and She’s forced to rat out La Eme, the Mexican mafia aka the Mexican drug cartel, Scary stuff!
Yes, I’ve experimented with drugs in my life, but because the first legit drug I experimented with was LSD, it opened my mind to the reality of what I want in life. But a while back I was stricken with temptation to experiment with methamphetamines due to an old friend’s persuasion, but after reading this book, it showed me the paths in life you take due to addiction, and usage of drugs sends you down a path of life you will regret. Especially as a teenager, believe me, I don’t need a loss of direction at this age, I need structure, stability, and of course positive directions that will lead me down an easier path in life. I’m not going to let temptation ruin the rest of my life.
In conclusion, Thank you Ellen Hopkins, you’ve prevented me from overcoming temptation to experimentation with horrible mind/physical altering and life ruining drugs, by opening you’re family’s window and letting me peek inside the nature of addiction and its effects to family, friends, and mostly, yourself.
this essay is to beautiful A++++++++
OMG I LOVE ELLEN HOPKINS BOOK FALL OUT IT IS SO PERFECT LIKE THE BOOK PERFECT.
Thanks to Ellen Hopkins…your books have changed me and who I am as an induvidual. I read all your books, and told my friends (some of who, including myself have experimented with drugs)…and it changed them, too.
Thank you and I cant wait for more!!! 
Love youuu!
this essay is amazing. I think it’s fantastic there authors like Ellen that can provoke thoughts like this in teenagers like myself.
OMG that was an amazing essay and i can sooo relate
Your conclusion gave me goosebumps. wow.
omg, this essay is amazing! great job… and i totally agree with you..:)
Atrocious grammar, and not a very deep topic.
hahah, yes i agree with that. i’m reading through all the comments under it and yours is the only one i agree with. i’m sorry to Joshua, but the essay was written in a very informal tone (don’t use “legit” for a school essay) (and it’s your family*, not you’re family)
Also, i’d've mentioned something about the structured poems and Kristina’s demons and her dilemmas and everything.
I’m sure his English teacher already pointed out his grammar problems. He is sharing what he has written about an author he admires and who he feels has made a positive impact in his life. He does not need to hear your negative two cents.
my cousin told me about the book burned…. and i looked it up on line andn read what it was about.. my mom finnaly bought it for mr and i saw hopw long it was and im haha yeah right ill never read this because im an 8th grader that hates reading.. and then i started to read it and couldnt stop! i finished it in 3 days i feel so accomplehsed and now im reading crank and ive had it for 2 days and im on page 253 im so happy! i finnaly found an author i love!!!!
ur the best ellen!!!!
I have to agree! A friend of mine had the book “Burned” on the bus the other day and was like ‘you should totally check this book out. i’ll let you borrow mine when I’m done with it.’ so i said ok, and that was that. i didn’t think anything about it til she brought it to me yesterday and was like ‘I’m done withthis, now you have to read it.’ so i started reading it yesterday morning and finished it in just a couple of hours!!!!!! That is one of the best books I’ve ever read! anD i LOVE the formatt of the writting! Ellen Hopkins is one of the best authors I’ve ever read! I recommend that everyone should read Ellen Hopkins’ novels!
This essay is very well written. I hope you got an A+ on it.
Great essay. Can’t wait til we discuss this topic in school so I can write an essay on Ellen.
make sure you bring a copy of fallout to austin tx. i cant wait to read the next one:fallout. poor kristina.
omg yeah, wait, ive read almost all her books except identical , fallout and perfect, and i cant remember what book christina is from but i do remember her, where is she from again?
Kristina is from Crank, and then Glass is the continuation.
she is from crank and glass, and the books ive read are Burned, Glass, and im reading Perfect….. ive havent read Identical, Fallout, Tricks,Crank…
i cant wait to read em..
Fallouts about Her kids….
no shit stupid mutha fu****
i love you
me 2
I do too.
me tooooooo!
And me!!! <3
meeee t000!!! =)
So do I!!!
me toooooo<3
I share a birthday with her
D but ugh i was born in 1996 but still XD I LOVE YOU ELLEN HOPKINS!
Lucky! That’s so cool
Ellen Hopkins you have made a difference in my life. I love your books! You are an amazing writer. Hope to see more books out from you! <3
Your books are just amazing!
I love them all, Impulse is my favorite. It helped me get through a very tough time without feeling so alone.
<3
I agree. But I wish I could find/that Ellen would write out how Vanessa and Tony ended up and what they did after Conner and Aspen Springs, etc!!!!
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In a way she did in the newest book Perfect. Not like in complete detail but they are both in there.
I totally agree!!!!!
You have been an inspiration to my life in many ways… I have all of your books have read them all 3+ times (Burned being my favorite so far!), and I am truly in love with you as an author. You came to Saint Louis a year or two back and I was DEVASTATED that I couldn’t be up there the day you were signing books… but don’t worry, because someday I WILL meet you! Right now I am (impatiently) waiting for my copy of Perfect to come! It had better be here tomorrow! Love your writing, will own all your books forever, and don’t stop writing. You are an inspiration to all
Your books are truly inspiring. I may have not been through the things that these teenagers have gone through & I might not ever go through these events, but it shows me how good my life is. Growing up in a good house with parents, family, and friends that care. Yeah, I might have gone through my own struggles but, I have definitely pulled through. Your books have taught me many things in life but one sticks out the most : When things get tough, let someone know. They might not understand at first, but through time, things will get easier. Never give up . Thank you for all that you have done. Maybe you never knew your books would be so inspiring and fascinating. But they are, and they will continue to be.
I completely, 100% agree. I am in the same boat: I haven’t been through the struggles of any of the characters, yet they inspire me anyway. They make me appreciate what I have and how quickly things can change, for better or for worse. Back to my point: great comments
Dear Ellen,
I have red all your books and loved them all. I’m a new student at Johnson and Wales University. On my move in day I realized that a lot of girls had your books! There was an instant connection. I hope that you could maybe take some time out of your busy schedule and come visit our Denver campus. We would love to hear you speak and sign some books! We love you soo much and would be soo grateful for you to visit our beautiful campus!
Sincerely,
Bri Hildebrand
Thank you.
I’ve read Impulse, and literally just finished Tricks and posted an Amazon.com review.
It’s really..all I can think to say. I said more in the review, but all that matters is thank you. So very, very much I have to thank you for writing this. I can’t find all the words I want -no, need, to express this to you.
Tricks is beautiful, and I’ll never forget it. Your work brushed a deep part of my soul. I love books. Yet I still never fully understood just how much something as simple as ink on paper could mean to me.
This book was a gift from my husband, but more than that, it was a gift from you.
I only hope that one day I can give back to someone, at least a small fraction of what this writing has given me.
hello i was wondering what order the books go in for Crank can u please tell me as soon as possible please or just email me cuz i would love to no!!?!?!?!?!?!!?
crank, glass, then fallout (:
thanks
Ellen,
Crank was a phenomenal book. & I absolutely loved it. I have Glass, I’m about to start on it, and I wish I could get my hands on Identical. I love your method of writing. And I hope to read all of your books, and i’ll be glad to wait with anticipation of your next release. (:
Identical will blow you away. (:
IT IS AWESOME!!
Identical is amazing! I definitely shed some tears on that one.
I read crank and got hooked. I now own all the books an read 4 within about a month. which is a lot for me. the last book i read beforethat was about 6 months before i saw crank. well i happily read the books ad migh evn read them all again. I am addicted to them
sorry for misspelling my keyboard in all out of wack.
from
Emily (grade10)
I would love to thank you Ellen Hopkins. You helped me realize the truth about my depression. You have helped me feel like I wasn’t alone in my bad days, my depressed days, and my cutting days. You have helped me through quite a lot and overcome my challenges. For this I owe you a thousand thank yous. You are amazing and my cheaper psychologist.
Im with you! (: She really helped me through everything.
i totally and one hundred percent agree ellen hopkins writing helped me when i thought no one else could. her book identical is probably my favorite because it hits so close to home. her writing helped me better understand what i was going through and how to overcome it. i just hope she knows how much her writing inspires and truly helps readers with all different backgrounds. I would love to just pick her brain but until then i owe you one ellen:)
Yeah. She’s helping me through alot. I really wish I could meet her one day to express my gratitude. She’s an amazing author/poet. My favorite.
Ellen,
I want to thank you for the impact you’ve had on my life. I’ve read all of your books (well, almost all of them. I’m not too far in Perfect yet.) All of your books have touched me in someway..made me look at things from a different perspective. Because of that, I believe I am a better person now. Again, thank you so much.
I can’t wait for your future books. Take care.
- Danielle
I love your books! i recommend them to all my friends!!! please keep them coming!
Ellen,
Thank you so much for writing, I want to go onto write myself, your books inspire me. I pre ordered Perfect and read it in the day it came. I love your books. I’ve dealt with a lot of things in your books and they make me feel better about life, realizing I’m not alone. Your books have, not only helped me become a better writer, but also by helping me out of a depression and sadness that I laid in for far too long. Through your last book, no one has ever told me I was good enough, I realized I am perfect the way I am. I would just like to reiterate how glad I am you started writing the books you did and I can’t wait for Triangles to come out.
Thank you,
Lauren <3
Ellen,
I LOVE your books! Can’t wait to get Perfect, I’m going through a very rough time and can’t wait untill you come to CA! I’ve read all your books(besides Perfect), and all you do is fill me with hope for my life. Hopefully it will come easy. All I need in my life is for someone to hear my story and tell me there is hope. Your books have gave me some hope, but I don’t think it’s enough. Help me……..
her books have been great inspiration for all of us fans,
they have helped people grow and have better understanding of life and it’s struggles.
the fact that you have a different writing style than any other writer is definitely inspirational. you’re one of my favorites for sure, and that never changes.
keep writing. please! I have read all of your books ( besides perfect and triangles) and i can’t wait to.
<3
I love your book Burned (and all of your other books too! I own all of them except Perfect) because it was just so real. The tragic ending was amazingly genuine. I would love to see that story continue
i fell in love with crank n have every book since and they all have help me out many of ways and i am excited to know u r expanding ur writing… can’t wait for ur new book ur my favorite author to follow. u have amazing books thank u
I love all of your books!!! My favorite one is Identical, I hope you can visit us soon in Las Cruces, NM.
I freaking love Ellen Hopkins books, I have every one published (crank, burned, impulse, identical, glass, tricks, and fallout) I downloaded perfect on my nook. I look forward to her books, they just make me love reading even more. Her books are the best, they are inspiring and I hope she keeps writing.
Your books are amazing. So unique and captivating. FIrst I read Burned which got me hooked, but when I read Crank, it opened my eyes to the world of drugs. I have a whole group of friends that like to do drugs and reading your books has helped me make the right decision to stay clean and deal with my problems in the healthiest way. And with love, when it hurts, don’t let yourself sink to a place where you can’t get back on your feet. Thank you Ellen Hopkins for touching my life\
Ellen, I want to thank you so much for your writing. Your books have given me insight and guidance. My favorite is probably Impulse, though I love them all. Its because I’ve traveled the same road as Vanessa. You inspire me so much. I always look forward to a new book of yours. I have all of them so far. I’m 19 and I’m even looking forward to Triangles. You are my idol. And I just wanted to post a comment for you. Thank you for all you’ve done for not only me, but all your fans. You’ve touched my life. (:
-Angel.
Thanks Ellen Hopikins for publishing your impactful books .
I can relate to Crank and class a lot because I’ve had an addiction also. But to a different drug and I feel like I can really relate to Kristina. Some of the things she went to I’ll also did too. So thanks for making know there are others who struggle with the same problem and showing them that drugs aren’t the way to a happier and successful life.
amanda no joke i was guuna say that but i was kinda scared to admit that but i have an addiction to meth and pot.. and nevvver! feel like your alone in this cuz trust me your not! at all..
Yeah dont feel alone! I was addict. The first time I tried pot I liked it but reading her books put I diffrent image in my head. And I have quit. im going on 5 weeks clean. Thanks Ellen(:
hii so ive read almost all of your books and my school librarian got me your newest book Perfect the advanced readers copy and i loved it! youre such a great writer hope to hear from you soon!
just saying.. your books are amazing.. my friend got me into them. and i just started reading Crank today :$, but from what i have read.. it is AMAZING .. and i read a little bit of perfect.. and from what i have read of that book, it is really good.
i think you should make a movie based on one of these books,’
casue i know if you did. I would deff’s be watching it..
anyways, keep up with the good work <3
I never thought of actually reading these books until my friend told me that I would love them… and I did. These are very real stories and that is what gets me the most. I get so into these books it is exactly like I am not even here I am for maybe just an hour in a whole different world. I am going to read Perfect and scarily enough it reminds me of me… the one that has calories and not eating controlling her. These books opened my eyes. Thank You for bringing such an intense but wonderful book/s to my life. I seriously have no idea what I would do without them.
I’m sure you get this all the time, but while reading your books, I found myself so inspired to start some of my own, which will probably never get finished. The way you write, and how you can connect to each and every character, is amazing. It seems like every time I read one of your books, I’m reading a biography about someone’s life rather than just a fiction novel. If I ever do finish a book, it would be amazing if it would amount to just a fraction of yours. I am a fan for life.
I’m also SOSOSOSOSOSOSOSOSO happy that you made a companion for Impulse. Impulse is, by far, my favorite book by you (and ever!). It was amazing to get more insight on Conner’s life. Thank you so much for writing these amazing stories.
–Derek
Cincinnati, OH
That first sentence? Yep, that’s me. I’ve tried writing a book or two, neither of which are complete. But Ellen inspires me to keep writing and hope someday I can influence readers the way she has.
Ellen your books are amazing. I feel like i can relate to them without really being in your characters shoes. I can’t wait to read Perfect! Keep writing!
Ellen,
I love you,your books,your stories,your honesty,how I can trust you. I feel like I’ve gotten to know a little bit better by meeting you in Omaha. You really spoke to me and I really appreciated it Ellen. You yourself inspires me to read more and more. I love how you can come to the world and share your stories through your phenomoinal books. I will forever and always have every single one of your books no matter what. Your books really encourage me to stay away from things that a 13 year old shouldn’t get herself into. Crank is my #1 favorite book, I was a Twilight Saga freak until you came into my life. All I can read lately are your books. I was at a point in the book siging where I almosted cried because what happened to your daughters life was horrible and I wish she could go back and change it all around. I also love how you take time to write back to your fans. You truly are amazing Ellen and a very beautiful woman. Stay you,stay honest,don’t change one bit for no one. Keep up the fantastic books.
Love, Alexis Bernt
Ellen,
I love you,your books,your stories,your honesty,how I can trust you. I feel like I’ve gotten to know a little bit better by meeting you in Omaha. You really spoke to me and I really appreciated it Ellen. You yourself inspires me to read more and more. I love how you can come to the world and share your stories through your phenomoinal books. I will forever and always have every single one of your books no matter what. Your books really encourage me to stay away from things that a 13 year old shouldn’t get herself into. Crank is my #1 favorite book, I was a Twilight Saga freak until you came into my life. All I can read lately are your books. I was at a point in the book siging where I almosted cried because what happened to your daughters life was horrible and I wish she could go back and change it all around. I also love how you take time to write back to your fans. You truly are amazing Ellen and a very beautiful woman. Stay you,stay honest,don’t change one bit for no one. Keep up the fantastic books.
Love, Alexis Bernt
p.s sorry I had a typo in my name
rude black child(:
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Ellen
You are amazing at what you do. I can’t wait to pick up “perfect” I already know I will love it. You haven’t written a book yet that I havent fallen in love with. My favotite is “burned” and i’ve read it 4 or 5 times. Keep up the great work!!!
PS come to Canada!!! Calgary, Alberta specifically… but i would travel if need be
You should really write a sequel to Impulse!!! it was my fave book out of the series!! please write a Sequel to it!!!!
PERFECT is a companion to IMPULSE.
I totally agree and i want a sequel no freakin companion. IMPULSE
I went and bought Perfect yesterday. I couldn’t stop reading it. I stayed up all through the night and finished it today. I love your work it speaks to me and I am sure to others everywhere. Please don’t stop writing!!
Ellen,
when I was 12 my dad took me to Barnes and Noble, I looked and looked for the perfect book to indulge myself in, but nothing spoke to me. As I looked my dad came back with your book in his hand, Crank. I never read it, until I met my mom who happened to be an addict just like Kristina. That was last year, I picked up Crank and instantly understood my mother, what must have been going on in her brain, I have to say its very settling to understand that addiction better. I havent heard from my mom since August 25th, 2010. Since then i’ve read Glass, Fallout, Burned and im now reading Tricks, im on the very last 100 pages of it. I just wanted to say thank you Ellen Hopkins. you pulled me from a difficult depression and gave me a better understanding. i will always read your books until the day the good Lord takes me. God bless you, you’re my idol and my most favorite writer.
beautiful.
Ellen,
I was never a good reader. I hated the idea of reading. It just bored me to death. When I entered seventh grade I had a new reading teacher who really went out of her way to help me get books that i found interesting. I found one book.. “I heart you, You haunt me” By Lisa Schroeder. I loved the verse writing style. I asked my teacher if she had any other books written in verse and she handed me “Crank”. I saw my friends reading it and thought it looked like a good book but I thought it would be too big. I took it home that night. I sat on the couch for two and a half hours and read the whole thing. I absolutly loved it! Then I had my mom order Glass and Fallout and I loved those too! Now I am (not so patiently) waiting for Amazon.com to deliver your new book, Perfect. Thank you so, so , so much! It was because of your book, I became a HUGE reader!
I am addicted to your books they are what truly defines the lives of people. They are telling the world how cruel life can be, but sometimes it is our path that determines if we are going to end up in a ditch with no escape.
this chick is sooo smart she wrote the first book im obligated to read that i actually enjoy so good and i felt like i was litterly inside the book. i used to hate reading so bad but now if i can read some of these books for the first time i will defiantly say YES!!
You’re literally my inspiration for everything. I’m an aspiring poet/writer and you’re everything I want to be. Your books inspire me to continue to do what I love. Your style of writing is beautiful and so are your words. I can’t thank you enough for helping me with so much in my life. I love you and I can’t wait to read your future books. You’re f-ing amazing.
Ellen,
I have fallen in love with your books and how you write them I love how you put so much detail in your writing i go to this bookstore where i live and i ask them to get your books then i look around and see if u have any out if not i wait till they call then i hurry to the bookstore just to get yours books they are so great. I have never read this much i have read your books over and over this summer thats all i read my mom got so tired of me reading and being in my room then playing out side so i said “Mom read this and tell me if you would be outside right now.” and she would not give me the book back and she kept reading it too ha ha. She loves your books to . Your a great writer i hope to see more books from you..
I love these books I am trying to read them all!
These books are beyond incredible. Good isn’t really the right word for them but they’re real.
Thank you for creating such beautiful art to share with people that can relate to.
It really is a pleasure to have read all your books.You put so much time into what you write and it almost makes me feel like what you were feeling.Your words are so strong i some day would love to write such great masterpieces like you.You are my hero…and you really made a difference in my life even without knowing you in real life your words have touched me truly it gives me the courage i thought u could never have.Your books also have made me see life in such a different way a much more positive way.Thank you.
-Adriana
I’m at the point where if I just hear a new book coming out, I just pre-order it and don’t even look up what its about because I know it will be amazing no matter what its about.
Ellen
Hey i just wanted to tell you that you are my all time Favorited righter!!! i all but 2 of your books. i love your books. Don’t ever stop righting please!!!
you are a amazing author !
ive read your books like 50,000,000 times !
never stop writing <3
Your books have only motivated me even more to pursue my future goals, which is to reach out to young adults and youth around the world and help make a difference in their lives. I’ve already taken steps towards that goal by creating a self-esteem group for girls in grades 7 and8. I hope to one day reach more than just those 10 girls i worked with. but with every book of yours that i read i open my eyes to the realization that there are so many other difficulties that young people have to deal with in today’s society besides the way they look.
I can’t even describe how happy I was when I went to the bookstore and remembered that your new book (Perfect) was out. I finished it that day. I have every one of your young adult books, and I’ve read all of them at least 3 times. I let my friend borrow them, and I swear your books are the reason she turned her life around and stopped using drugs. I really hope you read these, and I want you to know you made a difference in my life and my friends life.
please never stop writing
I love love love your books! I read Perfect in 2 days! Your books are the best ive ever read! Cant wait for the next book to come out. Never ever stop writing!(:
I have all the books and cant wait to have the money to buy Triangles… I love your books.
I’ve read all of your books and so far Impulse was my favorite. But yesterday I got Perfect and fell in love with it! I literally just got finished reading it 2 minutes ago. I loved how you tied Impulse and (I think) other books into Perfect. For a while, I thought that I had to be perfect too, and I tried reaching that, but I couldn’t, and now I accept myself. I don’t think I’m perfect, but I know that I’m not imperfect. But yeah I love your books <3. I liked how you gave Conner's mom some emotion.
Just finished reading Fallout. What a striking end to the best realistic fiction series of the decade. I remember reading Crank as a young teenager who was already headed down the slippery slope of substance abuse and addiction. I found so much of myself in Kristina, and so much truth in her story. It was fiction I could relate to. Thankfully I was forced into rehab before I completely lost myself on the path that leads Kristina to the place she is in Fallout. Thank you for writing something so real and relatable, especially in this era where most teenage ‘literature’ has become for the most part the farthest thing from what I would ever consider classifying as literature. You are such an amazing writer and your books are so inspiring. Thank you for that.
PS! PLEASE DO A CANADIAN TOUR!
I love your books but i found out the hard way i was reading them out of order when i got glass before crank. but i am still in love with the books…so far i have read impulse, identicle, and burned. I love them all Ellen works magic with her words.
I just wanted to say THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH. When I read Impulse it connected to me in every way possible. About a year ago I was going through a lot of problems and became very depressed and sought refuge in the blade of a pocket knife. I was in a lot of pain and it was the only release i could find. Finally about october of 2010 I was consulted and I agreed to treatment and I was sent to a hospital here in Arkansas called Bridgeway, I was only there for a week but it helped in so many ways. I finally found the help I needed and am (not completely) better today. So again thank you.
Oh I hope things are better for you! I live in Arkansas! (:
i love you & your books , theyre so amazing <3 nothings better then reading your books.
marry meeeeee ..
Ellen Hopkins writes such powerful books. They are such an impact on your outlook on things in life. What amazing reads. All her books were great. I am almost finished “Perfect” (150 more pages!!) And I only started two days ago. I just want to keep reading and reading. I’m ready to go back and reread every book! Other books just can’t compare to the connection this poetic form brings. Thank you for all your hard work!!!
Ellen,
I L-O-V-E your books. My friend got me hooked on all of them and I’ve read most of them multiple times. I have EVERY YA book you’ve written, except for Perfect. But I WILL get my hands on a copy if it’s the last thing I do. You are an AMAZING writer. Your books take me deep inside the lives of the characters you write about. I especially like your book Impulse. Every time I read it I get mad that Conner kills himself at the end, just when he was appearing to be well. I cannot wait to read Perfect.
Love, Morganne
Ellen you’re such a wonderful writer, you make me want to become one I’ve read all of your books so far i just got done reaing Perfect, loved it. Cara was my favorite character, how she was so trying to figure out who she was and her sexualty. I also loved how Andre fell for Jenna even though she made it clear that she didnt love him (or couldn’t). You books are soo wonderful I can’t wait to read tangles. I love you’re work!
all of your books make me cry. they bring up people from my past who are suffering with the addiction or the situation. the characters seem real to me. and when something happens it makes me hurt for them as if they are people in my life. i own every book you have written so far. and whenever i feel like my life can’t get much worse then it is, i read one, or two, or all of your books again to show me that i’m strong. i just got perfect in the mail 2 days ago. i just finished it. crying my eyes out about how it ended. i read the last line and didn’t even know conner was the same boy as impulse. it’s crazy that just by the little sentence i could place what book he was from. impulse is now sitting on my bed so i can reread it and see what he has to say on his point of view.
you truly do something remarkable when you write these books. you help kids all over the place cope with their lives. sometimes i feel like i have nothing to live for, but when jennas mom tells her that she would never want someone to feel the way jenna does it makes me stop and think. cara’s death poem at the end of perfect is where i lost it and starting crying the most. you find this way to make sense of things that really have no sense to them.
thank you for writing, sometimes i feel like reading your books is what makes me still here today.
thank you.
I didnt know he was either i got to read read that last part
I CRIED TOO!! Especially in identical!
I bought your new book ‘Perfect’ and started reading it, only to be surprised to the references to Elko, Nevada. I actually went there this past summer for a months visit to my sister. I know where the Thunderbird Motel is. And I too, have hiked Lamoille Canyon. It is a very* beautiful town but, if you blink your eye it’s gone! I was so shocked. I love the book so far!!
Once again, great job Ellen Hopkins!!! 
Ellen, when i first discovered Crank i was looking for a book to read from my english teacher and he had your book sitting on his desk and i asked if i could read it and he told me “Of course, sshes a very powerful reader i think you will like it”. He was my favorite english teacher in high school. I read your book and i was finished with it in two days and was so excited i gave it to my friend and she passed it on and your book became like a chain reaction in my school i had everyone reading that instead of twilight
. Anyway, i wanted you to know (and im sure you here this all the time) that you are an amazing writer. Thanks
Ellen….I am in love with all of your books! I have read all of them except for Tricks. I never started reading a lot until I read Crank. I could just picture every thing that was happening in all of the books. I can’t wait to read the rest of the books you make.
Your books have changed my entire prospective on life. I just finished reading burned and it was one of the best books I have ever read. Sure, it was a depressing ending, but that was one of the reasons I liked it. It made me come to understand that fantasy can’t last forever. It proved the hard truth was reality sucks, but that is just the way it is. No matter how much you love someone, it won’t last forever. Thank you so much for inspiring me and helping me understand a whole new way of life! Love your books!
So far i have read Crank , Glass , Identical , and Impulse. Tricks had brought my attention but i cant find it anywhere. so i have to keep on looking for it. (:
and i so enjoy reading your books over and over again.
i’ve done a book report on Crank and on Impulse.
i got both A’s on them. (: hope you come up with alot more
books so i can read them (:
oh and is there just 8 books you have published?
i would like to know if there’s any more out there that i can read (:
please and thank you (:
whenever i read on of your books they move me,they incourage me to follow my dream and every charecter make me feal like i have known them forever
out of all the books perfect is my favorite because my whole life i felt like i needed to be perfect but now i dont have that pressure
thank you!!!!
I just wanted to say thank you so much for choosing to become a writer. A friend of mine lent me a copy of “Tricks” last summer and it has become one of my favorite novels. Seth was such an inspirational character for me. Reading “Tricks” really helped me recognize issues I was facing about coming to terms with my own sexuality. It’s been a difficult process, but your books have been a great help.
Once again, Ms. Hopkins, thank you.
Out of all the books I have read, and I have a TON, you are by far one of my favorite authors. I always check the bookstore and your website to see if you’re coming out with any new installments. I just bought Perfect this past week and look forward to reading it! My stepmother loves to read your work as well. After my friend suggested Crank to me, I was hooked. Your writing is so unique and the story line keeps me reading for hours! Keep writing Ellen!!! :]
I don’t want to say I’m your biggest fan, only because I’m like 99.9% positive that there are at least a million other readers who love your books as much as I do, but I would like for you to know that ever since ninth grade I’ve been reading your young adult books, I can actually kind of relate to some of them in certain aspects, and every year I freak out when I hear you have another book coming out. I couldn’t wait to purchase “Perfect” when it came out September 13th. I reserved my copy at Barnes&Noble and set it on my calender and everything. You have an amazing talent. I’m heading off to college in January, and I’ll actually be majoring in journalism. I’ve always loved to write, but it was you and your work that kind of really inspired me to make that choice. I can only hope that one day I’ll be half as successful as you! Keep it up, you’re doing an amazing job, and thank you for being my inspiration! ♥
I have been reading your books since I was 12. I have always been so inspired by your books and I always find a way to relate to them. I cant help but get lost in them. Im a senior in highschool this year and Im constantly getting in trouble for reading instead of doing work but I just cant help it. Thank you so much for writing them. I cant wait to read Perfect.
Ellen Hopkins books are one of a kind. I’ve never enjoyed reading ever- but after reading Crank, I bought every book she has written so far and I’m the first in line for her new ones. When you live a life with many different hardships, these books make you feel like you’re not alone. It is so easy to connect to the characters and feel apart of their struggles. Ellen Hopkins has influences me to begin my own writing as well as inspired me to dive into the very bottom of people’s hearts. There are not enough words in the world to describe how phenomenal I think her books are.
Ellen Hopkins, you are truly an amazing writer and an inspiration to teens all over the country. I have everyone of your books (except perfect, but it is on its way
) You have an amazing talent, your books lure readers in by just your “disturbing” covers 
I can’t wait til the day comes that i get to meet you!!! Thank you soooo much for writing these books!
I
LOVE
YOU!
Ellen Hopkins, I just wanted to tell you that today you have made my day. i was having a rough week and i was just in a bad mood to start the day, after school i decided to go to Barnes and Noble. I figured that a good book always cheers me up, so I got their and had to find the new teen section because they recently moved everything, but anyway the first book i noticed was “perfect” by you of course, i was so excited. I have been so busy lately i didn’t even know you had a new book out but i grabbed a copy and bought it without even reading what it was about because i knew that i would absolutely adore it just like your other books. Also you have changed my life, you have inspired me to write and writing has become an escape for me it is my way of letting off steam and just escaping from my hectic life. So in conclusion i just wanted to thank you for writing about difficult topics that critics don’t enjoy.
I first picked up your book Burned at my local library a several years ago when I was 12. I have been addicted to your books since! They have honestly had huge impacts on my life. They are my escape when I’m not feeling well, and have made me view the world differently. Every syllable is placed perfectly in the sentences, creating such an immersing story. Thank you so much, Ellen Hopkins.
I’d have to say that you are honestly one of my favorite authors. Your books are everything beyond amazing. I started reading them a few years ago & I now own every one. I even got my friends hooked on them. (:
Needless to say, they love them too. (:
hi i am a student at bolger middle school. Me and most of the kids read your book and we gust love them. it would be very nice if u would come to ower school . right back soon.
i dont know where to begin!!!! i love you!!! i love your books!!!! PLEASE DON’T EVER STOP WRITING!!!!!!!!
i sooo agree with you violet
best. comment. ever.<3
Ditto!! (:
Please Come to Atlanta, Georgia!! I love all your works, and no other author can compare to the way your books pull on my emotions and demand my total attention. I literally cant every put them down once i start, and will read them over and over again. I would LOVE to go to one of your book signings and tell you in person how much your writing has inspired me. Even if you never do come to Georgia, keep up the GREAT WORK!
I LOVE your books! I had started reading “Crank” at Barns and Noble. I thought it was a must have! I have all your books I’m hooked! I recommend your books to everyone!
all her books are kind of life changing, after reading them i never have the same attitude towards whatever subject the book was on
i think she she get an award for the way she ends all of her books, because there couldn’t be a more perfect ending the way she writes them
I hate you so much. Why would you ever write about your daughter like that.
thats really harsh. She wasn’t talking about her daughter in the first place? all of her insight for Kristina’s personality and addiction habits were loosely based on her daughter. Her daughter inspired this book in a beautiful way. Ellen Hopkins did a beautiful job at illustrating the terrible events in her daughters life.
I agree with Holly. Keep your negative and UNTRUE opinions to yourself.
Dear Ellen,- – - I really love your books. I think its truely amazing that you can take real things that are happening to teens everyday and write about it in the way you do. Ive experienced first hand how drugs can affect loved ones.when i was born my father chose an addiction over me and my mother…i havent seen or heard from him since, im currently in 11th grade. also , i have a friend that experimented with drugs in 8th grade and is now a full blown addict, who has been kicked out of her house and is currently in a mental hospital for addolence. This is a subject that really hits home for me to read about and in your stories, you show the concequences and hurt that people go through with this. You always end your stories showing theres always a way out…again, I really appreciate your work, its really hard to deal with this sort of thing but, knowing theres others that go through the same thing. thanks, Julie
11th grade
Favorite book: Identical, Burned
I think you are one amazing person, I always enjoy reading you’re books. I’m only on my second one! that’s the lovely part I’m only getting started! I like that you connect with people on so many different levels it’s crazy! I can’t wait to read the rest of you’re books & the ones to come.
-Belinda.
Sending love from Canada.
dear Ellen,
you should come to seattle!!!
i wish i had the rest of the series!!! 
You are such an amazing writer!!! i love reading you’r books!
i just finished reading crank yesterday and now im almost all the way finished with burned which i’m already hooked on because i can’t stop reading it
You should really come to omak washington
Ellen,
Out of the thousands of books I’ve read, I will always remember all of yours. I’ve read them all except Perfect, which I’m planning to, and I admire the story and love the way it is written. I know you get this a lot and I’m not expecting much of anything, but I would love to meet you. If you ever have a thought as to where to go next, I’ll be here in Lawton, Oklahoma.
One of your many fans,
Hannah P.
I live in Lawton, too! Right now I’m planning to go see Ellen in January when she comes to Keller, Texas. It’s only a few hours away.
I’ve read all of your books, and I’m buying perfect next weekend to read on a long bus trip. I couldn’t begin to tell you how much I loved your books. I can understand some of the trials that the characters in your books, because, well the monster is in my life, and brewing disaster. One of my biggest goals is to meet you and get you to sign impulse. :] I cry everytime I finish that book. Keep writing, Your my favorite author. Thanks so much.
HI! I just saw you in Phoenix. I told you you should write about hoarding. My father is a hoarder.. living out of a house with no electricity or running water. I think you should make a character at some point who is a hoarder. The television show “buried alive” doesn’t even do justice.
Anyways, i love you and i wrote a poem that was inspired by your books. <3 please email me back if you need anymore ideas or experiences or tell me what you think of my poem.
it's called Mental Exhaustion.
Sleeping is my world, my excuse, my safe place,
no one can bother me there.
no one can tell me i'm not good enough.
my dreams are comfortable and
at times, acceptably horrifying.
Sometimes we need that, though.
Sometimes we need
FEAR
Sleeping is better than any opiate.
I could fall asleep at any moment desirable.
I use that to my advantage.
I can get away from anything.
hurt, love, loneliness, people,
situations, and most importantly,
myself.
just curl up, close my eyes,
and that's really all it
TAKES
Sleeping, can it be an addiction?
A two hour nap every day is efficacious.
It's more like a hobby, it doesn't mean i'm depressed.
It just means i like to be
"comfortably numb", if you will.
Wrapping up in escape plans, and fluffing up not only my pillows, but also my
serious thoughts and endeavors
makes me even more eager to get into that queen sized bed to forget
about the room, the house, the world around me.
When i wake up from my nap, whenever desired,
i feel extremely rejuvenated. So fresh.
so happy…
I wonder if it will have to be monitored.
it's not abnormal… is it?
I wonder if it's a serious disorder.
i don't care though.
Sleep doesn't need
CONTROL
Your poem is very good. It is like the style of Ellen Hopkins writing.
I am a huge huge fan
infact you are the only aruther i will read
I always wonder what is going on in Kristens life now. I feel very close to her im so curious
I asked a good friend if she had any good books. I needed something to read on a flight. My flight was three hours and I was just finishing the book “Crank” I have been addicted to Kristina’s story since. I cant wait to start the next one.
Please keep up with your amazing writing, I’m looking forward to the next read. You are an inspiration and I’ll be looking for the rest of your books to add to my already over flowing library. Thankyou so much Ellen.
Hi Ellen,
I’m a librarian who read Crank as my personal celebration of Banned Books Week. I felt compelled to write about it for the Young Adult Library Services Association’s book blog The Hub. Here’s a link to my post if you would like to read it: http://www.yalsa.ala.org/thehub/2011/09/26/banned-books-week-crank/
Thank you for your writing and the way you reach teens!
I’ve been addicted to drugs (nothing specific–in reality, I’ve been addicted to being high) for the past 3 years. While I’m nowhere near recovered, your books have certainly helped me see where my life can end up if I don’t get it together. Getting clean is not easy, but your voice has helped me through some of the harder times. I really love how I can identify with your characters, in particular Kristina. Thank you thank you thank you. I cannot say it enough.
you are by far one of my very favorite authors. i love how you write in verse, its so different and unique. i’ve never seen any other author write like that. the only two books i havent read are tricks and perfect but i intend to. i’ve loved every one of your other books. your an amazing writer!
Ellen i must say your books are the best books i have read in my life. I am a fanatic. Your books actually make me tear up! you are and will always be my favorite author! please keep writing great books. I love them all! Thank you!
Ellen i must say your books are the best i love all of them. They make me tear up! You are my favorite author and always will be! Please keep writing more books I am looking forward to reading any new books of yours. Thank you!! I really appreciate them all!
You truly are a inspiration to a lot of people. I read crank and glass in high school when my parents were suffering with there own monster (crack). They over came addiction after years of jail and living off other people. Them leaving for weeks and me and my siblings fending for ourselves. No one from the outside understood our turmoil that is
why I think fallout is your best of the trilology. You give the children a voice and for that you are amazing. Thanks for bringing these stories to us.
I just want to say that I love you you inspire me very much. If my sister would have not went to bot camp and told me about you I would have not seeing you next weekend. I first read crank and fell in love then I read burned, I went to the liberty and saw glass and I read it was the 2 book to crank and my heart stopped. My mom said I could not get it because I was in the middle of (not kidding page 115) I said I will Finnish burned that day and read glass. I finished burned and loved it. Then I finished glass and stared in tricks but I had to move out of the state so, we went to Target near my new house and saw fallout I made my dad buy in (it was 20$ it was new) I read that in 1 week. Then I got to me new school and people wear saying the school had 2 of you books. They did identical and impulse. Read them both, I just want to say that impulse was the best book I have ever read in my life. Then my school went on a filed to this place could Powell. My teacher said I would fall in love with it. I did I bought ricks, crank, glass, then i spent 50$ there for my b-day money I know have all your books. All I need is perfect and flirting with the monster and I m getting that before I see you. As you can see I love Ellen Hopkins.
Impulse saved my life. More than once. Burned kept me from losing myself. Crank, Glass, and Fallout inspired me to save a friend. Tricks helped me value myself. Identical showed me who I want to be. And I can’t wait to read Perfect. I wish I had a way to repay you for all that you’ve done for me, even though I may never meet you.
Beautifully said.
I couldn’t agree more.
The way you said that was almost as haunting as one of Ellen’s books-in a very good way. Absolutely beautiful.
My friend got me into ellen hopkins and im so glad he did. you and michael harmon are my favorite authors. your books draw me in and i cant stop reading them. in class i get in trouble for pulling out one of your books and reading. i’ve read ticks and impulse so far adn am starting on crank. i cant wait tot read this book!
Well, looking at this blank comment section, I barely know how to start…Hi? Hi! My names Brittany.haha. Anyways I just wanted to write on this wall, because I wanted to say how much I truly love Ellen Hopkins writings and what an inspiration I think she is. I am a teenager who loves to read. And yes I know, that’s not something so common that you find anymore. Kids have so many other things out there like facebook, TV, and friends. And then there is the negative things like drugs, alcohol, etc. I know that being a teenager can be pretty rough at times. And I know I hear many adults say things like, ” wait till you’re older”, or “Trust me, its harder being an adult”. And I cant disagree, its hard being any age in life sometimes, but I know even from personal experiences, that being a young adult, or teenager in today’s society, can be very difficult, and confusing at times. There is so much peer pressure to try new things, that sometimes the temptations seem almost unbearable. I don’t drink, smoke, or party, and sometimes other kids look at me as being the “outsider”, I personally just don’t find the need to do those kinds of things to “fit” in. After reading Ellen Hopkins books, I have read more to understand how giving into those kinds of temptations, and letting others make decisions in your own life for you, don’t always turn out how you plan it too. I realize that I need to take control of my own life, and make my own decisions. Getting older, I know I am maturing into a young adult, and I don’t want to ruin my life by making really and decisions, and by letting peer pressure get the better of me. Ellen Hopkins is by far one of my most favorite authors. I started reading her books with an open mind, and just thought to read it for fun. Once I started reading, I knew I was hooked, and had to read all of her books. I absolutely love her books, because I feel the types of situations and emotions in them are very relevant, and can relate very well with people my age, including me. So now that I have finished my rambling, I would just like to say, that I feel it should be necessary for all teenagers to read Ellen Hopkins books. I feel teens could learn a lot, and really make them think twice before making that choice to smoke with their “friends”, or try drugs, just cause someone peer pressured them into it at a party. I feel these books would make kids really think about the importance of their decisions that they make, and not only how they will affect themselves, but the people around them. I love Ellen Hopkins, and look forward to reading more of her books in the future. I love her & hope she never stops writing, because I feel her writing makes a difference & can change lives.
The first book i ever read was impulse it broke my heart i related to this i struggled for years after i finished the book i cried , i realized that i was making things worse , cutting gave me a sense of relief a sense freedom like i could control the pain, it’s been almost a year since iv’e cut everytime i feel low or sad and feel like going back into that dark place i remember what i learned whith this book . no matter how much you wish you never cut again it’s always going to be a struggle ‘ but this book makes it easier . thank you ellen hopkins!!!!!!!
Ellen honestly you are my favorite author. Ive never enjoyed reading till the day i read a book of yours(Burned) and was in love with it, Actually i never even read before because it just seemed boring. So far ive read 5 of your booksand only own 3 right now but i cnt wait to get my hands on Perfect:) Everything you write is just exactly what many teens go through now’a days and i can actually relate to some of your characters. What i really like about yours books is that they are super easy to read, i actually read one of your books in half a day. Im amazed at how straightout your writing is and detailed. I also like Ask Alice which you didnt write someone anonymous supposebly did but have you considered writing a book based on someones diary? I really think it would be great if you did and others might think the same you should consider it. Well anyways thanks for being such a wonderful writter, entertaining, and touching many teens lifes.
is perfect out in stores already? didnt see it the last time i went to banes n noble.:(
i first found crank when i was thirteen. You realise how niave i was till i read your book. I should of read them at an oldr, wiser age, but your books are just to damn good to wait for. I have had many addictions in life, but your books are the one tht helps me the most. Thanks.
Love,
A fan
The only book i have read is Burned and i absolutely loved it. I love reading books involving people in a struggle with drugs so i cant wait to read your series with Crank, Glass, and Fallout. Your writing style also really keeps me reading. Poetry really makes me think and i love that about your books. It gives the reader an opportunity to figure out the characters and situations even more based on their own assumptions. I just wanted to say that you are an excellent writer and I’m excited to read all of your books now and in the future.
I had a friend who suffered froma drug addiction , similar to kristina’s or cristal’s. except it wasnt meth. and I let her borrow Crank , and she said that she could never thank me more , because after reading Crank, Glass, and Fallout, she was terrified of drugs. and I felt amazed that I helped someone with their drug addiction just by handing over a book. Ellen Hopkins, Your an amazing person , who has changed so many teen lives. Thank you , for everything Ellen.
you are an amazing author. i absolutely love your books. it touches down on true teen issues and all of your books are such an inspiration. i love them!
You are the most inspirational writer I have heard about & your books have been i my life for ever since I was 13. I love you sooo much even if i have never met you. Please keep writing. For me. For yourself. For us.
My brother and I love your books so much. You should come to Minnesota for a book signing.
Mrs. Hopkins you are an Inspiring author and an amazing poet. You are one of my biggest heros and have made e realize my passion for words. I love your books and am so excited about Perfect(have to wait for my birthday to get it), you should consider coming to Springtown High School in Texas. A lot of us here love you and your books so please!
I absolutely love your books and I own everyone of them. Just keep doing what you are doing. Can’t wait to read more.
i have read Identical , Crank , Glass , Fallout , Impulse & now im almost finishing Tricks . i LOVE these book so much , i cant wait to read Perfect& Burned . Ibet they’ll be as good as the others .
Keep writing
, best wishes .
Aylin xoxo
First off I am glad to say this but you are my FAVORITE author EVER! I started reading your books in middle school and I first saw one of your books going by a bopok shlf in Wal-MART. I’m happy i walked by that shelf because I am addicted to reading your books. They always entertain me and i can read them over and over again! I just found out today by going on here to figure out the order of the books that you have a new book out and I litteraly got so excited, this completely made my day! I am happy to get it soon and Im asking my parents to get me the rest of your books for my Birthday or the closest holiday coming because I can’t wait to read them! Sincerly, A dedicated Reader
Ellen,
Thank you soooooo much i used to hate reading but then i read Crank i loved soo much even as a guy i enjoy all of your books I’m reading Perfect right now its amazing I’ve enjoyed it and i have been recommending all of your books to friends
sincerely, Rudy
Hi Ellen,
I love all the books that you have published, now I’m hooked on them. I remember walking into the bookstore a couple years ago, and I had gotten Impulse. Ever since I had read that book I thought to myself “I must read the others.” That same Christmas I had asked for more. I picked out what the store had. I couldn’t resist on not reading them. I probably read the first 30 pages of each. When we would go out of town I would look to see if there was any I was missing if I was I’d purchase them. I was so stoked on getting Perfect. I read it within 3 days I couldn’t put it down. I look forward to reading more. You have been such an inspiration to many, including myself. And I thank you for everything!
Dear Ellen,
I won’t make this long as I’m sure you won’t even ever get around to reading it (because you have so many fans, and I am but one among millions) but I have to try. I live in Minnesota and I have been wanting you to sign my favorite book forever. I am not sure when the last time you came to Minnesota is but your book impulse had such an impact on me (it has saved my life many times), I understood the characters so well. I would love for you to come to Minnesota for a book signing that would be a dream come true (your my favorite author <3) Your books have lifted me from some dark places and I would love to someday have an autographed copy of impulse.
~With much love, your forever fan, Margaret~
I have questions for you. What made you want to write these books and in spire you to publish them. Your books are amazing! Where do you get all these ideas and come up with so much information about these characters? I started reading your books when i was in the seventh grade and i fell in love with them right then and there.
Dear Ellen,
I recently discovered your books! (And I’m a Junior in High School, gah.) I’ve seen kids in Junior High and High School reading them, so I decided to give it a try. The first book I read was “Impulse.” I /immediately/ fell in love. I realized I honestly wasn’t the only one who felt so stupid and alone.
Over the years, I’ve gotten tired of seeing the same, stupid, fall-in-love beautiful heart-filled stories. Your books actually shows the world isn’t amazing. It’s something I really admire.
Dear Ellen,
I recently discovered your books! (And I’m a Junior in High School, gah.) I’ve seen kids in Junior High and High School reading them, so I decided to give it a try. The first book I read was “Impulse.” I /immediately/ fell in love. I realized I honestly wasn’t the only one who felt so stupid and alone.
Over the years, I’ve gotten tired of seeing the same, stupid, fall-in-love beautiful heart-filled stories. Your books actually shows the world isn’t amazing. It’s something I really admire.
I just wanted to say, “Thank you.” I will always continue to read your books. <3
I was so insprired by your work i think i was addited to treading the book crank lol
I was a huge fan of your books. They inspired me so to speak. I have some of the problems you talk about in your damn books. I have Anorexia(an eating disorder), Cutting problems, Sex addiction, etc. These books don’t inspire me to get better. They do the exact opposite. I went back and read Impulse the oher day after 2 years in treatment and it triggered urges. I’m not saying I don’t like them I just don’t like what you are writing about. You can give people ideas to have an eating disorder or cutting problems. DO you want that??? Teenagers like myself need to know facts yes…but all? i’m not asking to stopyou to stop writing but STOP THE DETAILS!
Wow, dude, harsh. I think, as a person with similar issues, the details were just enough. I agree, there were definitely some triggers when reading Impulse, but if that’s what you got from the book, I think you missed the point entirely.
I abesolutely love your books. I’ve been following them since I read Crank in 2004 when I was 13 years old. I always get so excited everytime I find a new one out. I just bought PERFECT this morning and I am already almost finished with it. Keep up the great work and keep them coming!
Every time I read one of your books, something inside of me sparks to life. My favorite has to be Impulse. The concept of suicide interests me, and I have explored all its aspects. Every time I go to Half Price Books I always look for Impulse. It was there once, and I didn’t have enough money. I wish that I had bribed my dad into getting it for me. You have inspired me. Thank you.
I love her (: Read ALL her books. She’s amazing.
i just finished identical, and i have read parts of burned. you are the most amazing writer i have come across in a while. i am so very much looking forward to reading the rest of your books. keep on writing! xoxo
hi my name is jordan and i loved your bood burn and crank i am reading impulse at the moment
Oh Miss Ellen,
You’ve inspired me so much. To write poetry straight from the heart, and just let the juices flow. as the pen pierces the page. My perspective in life has been greatly changed by your books, how people can struggle, but still make it through life as the rest of us. Your story telling is one in a trillion, your characters become etched into our lives, and give us a greater view of tragedy and triumph through the eyes of others
A life’s journey’s worth of thank yous, and keep writing!!!
When will you be coming to Barnes and Noble in Portage,MI again? i missed u last time and i was so upset! I absolutely love all your books theres not one that i wouldnt recommend to my friends and co-workers! I just got done reading identical and Im going to get perfect soon and cant wait for triangle! keep doing what you do!
First off i wanna say how i love your books’.When i was in rehab,thats’ all i read.you are my hero
So i just have to say that i hated reading until i picked up one of your books 2 years ago and since september ive read 3 more i love them and i cant wait to ginish reading them all
I have every one of these books and I am buying the newest one today after work. I am IN LOVE with your writing Ellen. PLEASE keep them coming
I also just realized that you have an adult side with a book and i will also buy that one. 
Having read all of your books and owning a couple of them, I cannot wait until I’m able to get a hold of Perfect. I know it’s been out for a while, I just need to make it to the bookstore! Anyways, I absolutely love your books, the issues they address all seem to be taboo subjects in society and it’s interesting to read about what the life of someone who deals with all of those things might be like. Its really made me think about the life I have and appreciate it a whole lot more. So thank you for writing them, and I hope to read more soon!
I love every book I have read from you. I think your so talented in your writing. AMAZING!! Please don’t stop writing!
I just wanted to say, I absolutely love all of your poem books. I’ve read them all, am excited to read Perfect. Your writing relates to teens all over the world, without a doubt. They are touching, emotional, just plain amazing. I am a huge fan and hope you never stop writing
I love all your books I read them in 2 months, all of them. I wish I could be a writer like you. You are my all time favorite writer.
Dear Ellen,
All of your books have impacted me in different ways and have been powerful enough to make me feel empathy towards the characters; crying when they cry feelin elation when they do. Truely powerful writing.
In all honesty however, nothing has hit me harder than the Author’s Note in the back of Perfect. I have struggled for a long time with trying to satisfy the views everyone else has had of how i can reach perfection. The words in your author’s note were the first time I have ever felt that someone really understood and are helping to empower me to take control of my life and my self image. I am now attemping to accept myself and make the inside count the most and shine!
Thank You for giving me the girft of self worth and of course your amazing books!
omg i picked up crank at book store at random because i had nothing to read as soon as i read it i went online and brought glass fallout impulse burned and identical
read glass and fallout they were amazing!!!
mostly through impuse its so inspiring cant wait till i have the money to buy tricks and perfect!!
yur amazing <3
I think that it’s great to read about things like the topics in your books. We don’t hear about things like addictions or depression in teens and it’s really nice to see that there are other people who understand and can relate to it. You’re books have had a great impact on me and I love your work. Thank you for showing me that we’re not always alone and that there are always people who care.
Omg I just finished reading impulse and it made me
Cry, it was so inspiring and amazing
Poor connor!! <3
OMG!!! i just started reading a book my teacher recommended, Burned, and i just finished reading it like 15 min ago and i loved it!!! I loved the story about Pattyn and i was happy that she and Ethan were going to be together. DEVASTATED i seriously cried tears(REAL TEARS with sadness) when i found out that Ethan died and his baby along with the memory too :’( i need to start your books from the beginning starting with Crank. LOVED Burned and hope to get a reply from you
what order do the books go in
Ellen,
Your books have changed me in a way I cannot explain. They have created a sense of awareness that i have never had before. I thank you for opening your heart and sharing what its REALLY like to be addicted to drugs/love/abuse. You opened your heart to thousands of teens (like myself), and helped us belong somewhere. You showed us that we are not alone, but there are other people going through the same things we are. To be honest, I dont know where i would be right now if i hadn’t have read your books. Like I said, your books have changed the way i view life, and love. i beg of you to continue on writing, and i will continue on reading. Thank You Ellen Hopkins.
I love your books and I love everything you are. These books have gone along with me in my self harm issues and helped bring me out. ‘Perfect’, ‘Impulse’, and all of your other books, those especially have helped me realize a lot. I want to thank you for writing these books and I hope you will continue writing these books because I am now on a journey to read each and every single one of your books from here on out. (: Thank you, so very much.
Ellen Hopkins, you changed my life. I absolutely love your writing. I finished Perfect while I was in school and was trying so hard not to cry. Your writing is absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much.
Recently I checked two of your books out of the library: “Impulse” and “Burned”. I have friends who have read your stuff before, but had never actually read any of your works myself. Until these two books. First off, I cannot express how original your writing form is. Your use of poetry in your books is amazing. And the topics you write about. They are real topics that many teens and young adults struggle with but brush under the carpet in fear of being embarassed. Your books have a character to them that is hard to find in most books out there today that aren’t about real life. You tackle the hard stuff, and you do it brilliantly. In the two books that I checked out, especially “Impulse”, there were comments written in it by prior readers. They were so affected by your writings and could connect so well to the subjects and what the people in your books were going through, that they felt the need to share it through a little note in the pages of this book. And it made them feel safe. You have a way with words that make people realize that it’s not shameful to experience things in life, or feel things, that society feels are embarassing or things to be ashamed about. It’s incredible how you created a sort of safe place for people who are suffering.
And for this reason, you are my inspiration. I have had a very unique life growing up, and your books are the first things that I have found that have made me realize that feelings that aren’t necessarily normal in society are normal and should not be hidden in a dark corner and ignored. I hope to one day be able to do the same with my writing. To touch people in a way that helps them, to tackle the hard things in life, to let people know that it isn’t always rainbows and butterflies, but that there is always hope for a better tomorrow.
I thought that you needed to know just how… just incredible your books are and how they are affecting those that read them.
And if there were any tips you could give me in my writing, I would really appreciate it if you could check out my blog, http://www.wording-is-everything.blogspot.com, that I recently started. I just hope one day that my writing will be able to have just half of the impact that yours does.
Thank you for writing.
hey i was wondering what order your books go in cuz i am almost finished with glass and i dont know what book comes next???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
Glass is the sequel to Crank, so comes after. Fallout is a companion to those two, and comes after. The others are totally different stories and can be read in any order. If it interests you, I wrote them in this order: Crank, Burned, Impulse, Glass, Identical, Tricks, Fallout, Perfect.
thats the order it goes in cuz i finished cranked so after cranked is what book
cuz right now im in the middle of glass i hope its glass after cranked
you have a gift . you touch peoples hearts with your writing . any one can relate to the real raw emotions you pin point in each story . i’m grateful for each & everyone of your books they help me figure myself out . keep writing !
Your books inspire me to keep writing because it is what i love to do. Every time i am at a book store, or just a regular store i look to see if you have any new books out and i did that today and i was super happy to find your book Perfect. It’s amazing and your books are amazing. I am happy to say your my inspiration for everything i write and do and always will be. Please keep writing i can not wait until another book comes out.
Age,13
New york.
your words Ellen change so many, your poems make a person want to reap from their souls a danty dish for all her servants. You books are mesmerizing. They are heart filled, I can feel your voice in them. They have a mighty power, they make me shiver. Thank you for these devine glorious books to fill our brains and to make us not scared of true life dilemma’s.
Sincerely,
Ash;ey Gentz
You’re not only an inspiration to me, but you have saved my life. Your works describe things teenagers face everyday all the time. They give us something to relate to and remind us we are not alone. Thank you so much for the work you do and for personally saving my life. You will always mean so much to me. I’m asking for Perfect for my birthday coming up, I can’t wait to read it. Impulse is my favorite of your books, so Perfect is definitely something I have been looking forward to. Thank you.
You’re amazing
When my friend Jordan first told me about how great your book Impulse was, I was considering reading it. To my suprise, Impulse wasnt the first one I read. It was Identical. Which was a book that I couldnt stand to put down. Shortly after I read Impulse then Tricks followed that. Now I’m currently Reading Fallout.
Thank you.
My mom was once a drug addict before mt brother and I were born, she tells me stories about overcoming her addiction and what it was like to be painfully addicted to meth and marajuana.
She talks about how many struggles she had still being a teen at age 22 and becoming an adult for once.
Your books have made me realize that life is worse than I realize for some. They make me want to become a better person not only for myself but for my mom and the people who love me.
– Kathleen
Hey! I love your books! I love all you write about. I have read Crank, Glass, Tricks, and I am currently reading Fallout! I am going to read Impulse as soon as I finish it! Thank you for writing as much as you do!
P.S. Write a sequal to Tricks!!!!!!!
I just finished reading “Perfect” and it gave me so many different emotions. This was, by far, my favorite. I’m just struggling with what to do in my own life. This book has given me more confidence but also more confusion/questions. I need to wait for the right time to say what I want to. My problem is, when will I know it’s the right time? I love everything about this book, mostly the meaning. Ellen, you’ve been a huge source of inspiration to me. I hope that “Perfect” will help me connect with the person I want to connect with/accept me the most.
The first book I read by Ellen Hopkins was Impulse. After reading all of the other books I am now holding her eighth book. Thank you Ellen Hopkins for giving a voice to teens and everyone who has a story similar to the ones in your book. They are very truthful.
hi ok so does is go crank, glass,fallout and thats it of is there more after fallout cuz i like to read them in order
Crank, Glass, and Fallout are the only ones in the Crank trilogy, centered around Kristina. Burned, Identical, and Tricks are all three different stories and can be read in any order, seeing as none of them impact one another. Impulse and Perfect are companion books. Though the different books focus on different characters, they do go hand in hand. I suggest you read Impulse first and then Perfect, because Perfect’s timeline extends a little past that of Impulse’s.
omg im reading perfect RIGHT now and i love ur books my fav is “BURNED” but i really cant say i only like 1 i love all ur books and i cant wait to read “SMOKED” coming out in 2013
Hi! I have been a dedicated fan for sometime now. I have read all your books and im reading perfect right now. I love them! They are normally the only books that i can relate to on a deep level. I love the passion in your books. I also love to write, i bet you hear this often, but you have inspired me to write a novel. Its hard so i highly admire you. I have so much i want to say because your books have helped and inspired me so, but i just dont have the words to express. So thank you! Please dont stop writing!!
Your loving fan.
~ Taylor.
I love your books. I can not stop reading them.
I just received my copy of ‘PERFECT’ in the mail, and I can not wait to begin reading it.
PLEASEEEEE WRITE MORE!
Ok so I have a question…. I read on this website that Crank was based somewhat on family experinces and real life stories so how do you know the Kristina character and what other books are based on true facts of life experiences? I may have read it wrong but i read that you have experienced drugs so is that true? What I do know is that I read Crank from my school library… Finailly cause we had a waiting list for it and after that I wanted to read Glass and know I am waiting on that one cause there is a waiting list for that one
Crank was sooo great I reccomened it to my freinds and they are now on the waiting list…. I hope that my school library doesn’t cancel all of your books because my librarian has taken Tricks off of the shelf and so I am going to have to read it some other way… I hope that I can meet you some time I would love to get a book signed by you and be able to meet you face to face that would be sooo cool!
Thankyou. I find it so hard to believe that someone so distant form me could have such a great impact on my life. Ellen Hopkins you have saved my life in more ways than you will ever know. You got my attention with Impulse, a book listed on our list in a Teen Book Club. I was supposed to wait and read along with the group. Instead I finished the book in one sitting. I cried through most of it so scared at how many parts of my life I saw in those characters. I saw myself as Conner hiding his real feelings in his shell.
After Impulse I was hooked. Burned came next and I was absolutely obsessed. Finally, a YA book about a true romance. A relationship that wasn’t perfect and full of fantasy. Finally a real girl with a real story and a real relationship I could relate to.
For the longest time ever I thought I was the only one who had a hard time and had these problems so I just kept them to myself. I couldn’t take the pain of telling someone, I felt like a burden to all. But your books are what inspired me to change. Instead of just looking for a way to ease the pain you taught me that I needed to face it and fix it. You gave me the courage to speak up and help myself.
And even when there was no one to speak up to I felt like I had someone. I felt like I had these characters to rely on if I was feeling suicidal I could just look at the impact Conner’s suicide had on an entire group of people and see that it wasn’t something that needed to be done.
So thankyou to your many book and all the times you have saved me from myself
When i first started reading Crank it hit me that kristina is just like my mom. It gave me more sympathy towards her instead of hating her for how my life turned out. Then finally after Glass i read Fallout and i was awed by how Hunter understood how i felt about my mom. My mom has been doing drugs for as long as i can remember mainly meth. When i was born i weighed 3 pounds and 9 ounces and i was a month late. i was addicted to meth when i was born and i was a alchohol fetal Syndrome baby because of how my mom chose to live her life. Im fine now no disabilities or anything but like Autumn i was in fostercare a lot of my life.
i realized that i made a name mistake i put autumn instead of summer.
ellen,
i love the book! i almost read every one of them. i want to become a writer. so thanxz.
I’ve read every single one of your books – multiple times. The first one I ever read was Impulse when I was 17 and it is still my favorite book. The year previous to reading it my parents had put me in the hospital for being a danger to myself and others. I really, truly, wanted to die. Not only did I connect with Vanessa’s character, who I share many of the same traits with (bipolar disorder, self injury…), I also found myself really identifying with Conner. When everyone in your life is putting pressure on you to be someone you’re not sure you really are, it’s hard not to break down and say “forget it.” I’ve almost said “forget it” far too many times. My whole body is covered in scars that were self inflicted just to help relieve some of the pressure. I found it very hard to be everything everyone was wanting me to be when there was no clear path to perfection. Because I’m not perfect. No one is. But our imperfections are what makes each and every one of us perfect in our own way. I guess you could say I felt empowered after reading Impulse and again, after reading Perfect. They send out such a strong message to people like me. People who think just because they can’t be what they’re told they should, they aren’t good enough and shouldn’t be here. I’ve found though, perfection is what you make of it. Once I stopped trying to live my life for others, things just kind of fell into place. Somehow I got myself into college, and now I’m on my way to a degree in journalism with a minor in creative writing. Because that’s what I want to do with my life. My mother, who I always thought believed I was a disappointment, couldn’t be prouder. Though she still picks on me from time to time, telling me I’d be perfect if I lost ten pounds, or suggesting all the ways I could improve my performance, I realize that it doesn’t matter. She only wants the best for me and to see that I’m going to be able to support myself… her own insecurities reflected onto me.
I still have my moments sometimes. I’m sure all people with mental disorders do. I don’t let those moments push me over the edge anymore. I stay strong and keep moving forward. I owe a lot of that strength and courage to your books. Whenever I get overwhelmed by the pressure to be “perfect” I have a reminder that nothing is ever enough to end my own life. On my left wrist, accompanies by the scars of my past…
… a perfect paper airplane.
I have it tattooed there to remind me to never give up or cave under the pressure. The only person I need to please is myself, and the others will follow. At 20 years of age, life has kicked my butt, but I think I’m doing a pretty dang good job of kicking it right back.
Thank you.
I honestly don’t know what to say other than people like you truly inspire me.
Another thing, kudos on the tattoo!
you know i didnt even have to finish reading what you wrote to kno i had to reply. I understand the hospitilization thing ive been 6 times since i was 11 (im 16 ) I guess u can call me crazy.lol, I have been cutting since i was 11 and have attepmted suicide 8 times. I am bipolar, i have MDD ( major depressive disorder), PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) and Anxiety disorder.
i love Ellen Hopkins! her books are so real and they actually tell about real life problems such as drug addiction, prostitution, and parents wanting their kids to be Perfect!
Ellen
Hi my name is shylynn i have been reading ur books since i was 16 i love them alll and i think u have an amazzing talent keep the great work up
These books changed my life. i live and breathe ellen hopkins. her work is my world. her words have so easily wound their way around my heart and found a special place encrypted in my soul. i have jut finished perfect, and i was so amazed by the beauty. i thank you for everything. keep writing.
you should come to panama city florida for a book sighning. I have all of your books and i would love to get them all sighned by you. Or even if you do a sighning close to PC that would be amazing!
I’ve only had the privelage of reading two of your books (impulse and burned) but they were so good. I can relate to the characters so well. They’re truly amaing books and I’m hoping to get the rest of them soon. Keep writing, it’s hard to find good young adult authors for me.
All your books are beautifully written and inspiring, they get my mind spinning with ideas and thoughts. I’ve already read all of them besides Perfect which I’m interested in purchasing very soon. Continue writing the world could certainly benefit from your words.
I just read your book Tricks. I think you should right a novela talking about where they all are now and all. Because my curiosity is spinning. It was by far my faveorite one. Can’t wait for perfect.
Miss Hopkins, I would like to thank you for writing books like Burned, Impulse, and Identical. Those were the first three books of yours I read (in that order). I discovered Burned at my college library a year ago and it spoke to me so much that I couldn’t stand to pull myself away from it and read it in about four hours. I have just finished Identical today and plan to start Perfect soon. I’m 21 and your books speak to me because I can empathize with what the characters are experiencing. It’s hard for me explain in words but it’s like these stories help me to cope with my depression and having grown up with an abusive father. I can’t wait to read my library’s copy of Perfect. Good luck and happy writing, Miss Hopkins!
Mrs Hopkins, you say what people don’t have the guts to even think about. you dig deep underneath the heart and say what has to be heard. every book ive read has made me stop and swallow each beautiful word after the other. they have made me cry, shiver and given me hours or thinking. thank you for every book.
In many ways Ive taken on many of the struggles in your books sometimes when i feel as if I’m alone I turn to an Ellen Hopkins book finding my inner strength thankyou <3
dear mrs. ellen
i fricking love your books! they taught me what not to do and what to do with the right person at the right time with the right equipment.(if that makes sense) ive read 6 of 8 of your books! theyre amazing im always reccommending them to people! the only ones i havent read are identical and perfect. i just finished fallout and i was hoping that there was going to be more to the ending. i also have a question and i would greatly appreciate if you would write back. in your book glass the words that arent in the paragraph make a sentence did you do that on purpose? and also is it in every book? i didnt notice it until one day i decided to read a couple pages without those words and then just those words. weird?….. also i love your books and never stop writing. your books changed my life and morals!
i love your books i cry when i read them because i can relate to them alot. i told my mom about your books and my mom don’t like reading but when she picked up one of your books and started reading she couldn’t put it down
I’m 13, and i am still moved by these bookz of yourz! Even though I may never get to meet E.H., I’ll always have her in my life as a great author.
Shes going to Lincolnshire, IL
I <3 Ellen Hopkins!
I Loveeeee Everyone of your books, I look forward to reading every new copy and you are my all time favorite writer. Your work is amazing and it takes a true artist to write the way you do, Im super envious…. Loveee Your Work
Ellen,
Your books are simply amazing. I just finished Perfect tonight. I literally sat in Barnes & Noble all night reading because I can’t afford to buy the book. You have such a talent with words and verse. The characters you construct are so real and believable. When I read your books, I feel like I’m looking into your character’s souls. I don’t think I’ve read an author as fearless as you are. Thank you what you do, and please keep the books coming!!
-Kelsey
I loved crank!!!! The first couple of pages and now I’m addicted to Ellen Hopkins!! <3
What can I say? Ellen, there’s a chance you might not see this comment, or maybe you will, but, your Crank books gave me more than everything I felt about my life. The comparison of me, Kristina, and your Kristina. Besides our names, we have similar personalities. I never did drugs, but my parents did/are. I understand everything that was said in the books and everything that your Kristina did.
When ‘Hunter’ was born, it reminded me of my baby cousin being born. I know her mother loves her deeply, but sometimes it never shows. I know I love her, so much. But, I won’t be the one that’ll never show it.
Thanks for writing something that was based on the truth.. but also fiction.
Just thank you. For this. For me. For everyone.
-Kristina Barnhill <3
I would love for you to come to Des Moines Iowa. I have read all your books, except Perfect. Very excited to see what’s in store with that one. I survived a similar story to some of what was in Impulse. It was very hard to read at times, but at the end it made me so happy to still be here. I am happy, married, and excpecting my first child. Thank you Ellen. Your work is so incredible.
Ellen,
I was reading ‘Perfect’ and can recognize the struggles of feeling worthless and not good enough in your characters. When I read your authors note at the end, the last paragraph really spoke to me. I realize now that inner beauty is what truly matters not outer. Odd how it took a complete stranger writing to millions of people to get across to me what even my family and friends couldn’t: that perfection is varying, that I will find someone who is good for me, and that I am perfect just the way I am.
Thank you. Truly and deeply. Thank you.
I have read most of your books, and I really enjoy them. The school don’t have Perfect and Fallout, which I would love to read. I’m not a big reader but since I found your books, I have liked reading but only your books. I think that, you have impacted my life, your books really interest me even though I haven’t had these problems in my life. It shows how people, really struggle in life, and how they deal with it. Thank You for writing these books.
Hey, Ellen, I have something to say. I’m not sure if you would do this but I think you make a good book out of this idea: teenagers who struggle with sexuality. I am having a bit of a situation with me being gay, my bisexual friend, and lesbian friend. I think it would be helpful to those if you wrote a book relating to this topic. Just an idea.
I love you!!!
I’ve read Crank, Glass, and Fallout. There has to be a fourth book. Does Kristina straighten out? What happens to Kyle, Summer, and Autumn?
I wonder the same thing. I would love another!
ellen,
the book cranck toched me so much thet i cryed brcuse iv been ther wit my brith dad doing drugs.
- i love your books nd there really good, i ma reading your books right now.
I’m reading your books right now it’s a great series! I hope you make more books!!!
- i think your books are really good, and i ma reading those books right now. Please make more!!!!!
Your books are o.k. but your not my favorite author though I like Dr. Seuss better. You should make books like him!!!!
- i like your books, your amazing. Please make more!!!!!!!!!
I love you and your books a lot
I can’t wait for Tilt. I’m almost done reading all that are out so I may even read Triangles, even though I’m 14. I love you this much!!!!!!
i just pooped a little…
i love your books i have all of them except for fall out and perfect.
i like your books cause i could relate to them ina way…..
hopefully i meet you one day your books make me feel like im not alone you know?
like people could relate to them…. <3
Hello, I’ll would just like to say that your books are heart touching and I can’t stop reading them. I have read Identical and i fell in love with it. Every page is mind-blowing, especially the outcome of the story. It gave me chills and that time i just know I got to read more of your books!
That is why I checked out Burned & Tricks in my school library! Tricks is one of the books that I relate to and I can’t wait to read burned that i know that will once again touch my heart! <3
I'M SO FREAKING EXCITED ABOUT PERFECT! I'm just waiting for it to come in my school library!
I wish you can visit Hawaii, I really want to meet you! Well i guess that's it, I hope you continue to write more books, and We your readers will continue to support you (including me)!
Aloha!
I don’t remember how, but 2 years ago, I heard about your books. They sounded neat so I went to the bookstore to find them. When I found your books, I read that descriptions. I came to find them very intriguing so I bough Crank and Glass. I read them both (in the wrong order) and fell completely in love with your work. You may never understand just how much these books mean to me and my life so I’ll put it simply. I’ve gone through some hard times in life where I feel that drugs or suicide or cutting is the only option but recently, whenever I feel like I just can’t go on and I have nobody who can talk to me, I will pick up one of your books and open it up to a random page in hopes that it will be a very deep and intense page that will remind me what I want to do is wrong and that I can go on. I’m currently reading Impulse for my Emglish class reading project. I have to do a book talk and either make a Soundtrack or a Photo Album that goes along with the book. So it was obvious I would chose one of your incredible books. So far, this book has hit me the hardest. I’m realizing just from the first 30 pages that life could be worse and that I’m not alone. So thank you very much for writing and publishing. Without your books, I might not have been able to make it through some of the hard times that I’ve been through these past two years. I hope you continue to write these incredible books for yound adults like myself to really understand what their life could be like. But might I just say I would absolutely love to get the chance to thank you in person one day for writing such beautiful literature. Thank you again. I speak for many when I say this.
I apologize for my bad typing and misspelling. (I’m a terrible typer sometimes)
WOW. You’re books are honestly amazing! I’m reading Tricks, Burned, Impluse, and Perfect. (Actually, I finished Perfect! GREAT BOOK. My favorite). You’re such an amazing author. Your books have all been sold out in my library at school! So now, I need to wait for Identical, Crank, Glass, Fallout! My friends got me hooked on to your books, thanks to them! I swear, I finished PEFECT within two hours! Thats how hooked I was. You’re books are truly amazing and I hope I finish all of them.
- PLEASE MAKE MORE BOOKS! You’re truly amazing!
OMG! i love your books . they are amazing!! I know you wrote a trilogy but, my all time favorite character is Conner from the book Impulse. He makes a small appearance in Perfect also. I cried when he died . i don’t know why but, when i started reading Impulse, Conner immediatly stood out to me .
You see after reading Crank I fell in love with your writing, reading Glass, Burned, Fallout, Tricks, I couldn’t stop. Though Impulse, it got me hard. Conner’s story I fell in love with. I just finished Perfect and am in tears. You see, with my life I really can’t relate to any of your books. Though they make me think, they change my mood dramatically. Especially Perfect.
Everyone tells me I have a skill in writing, that I should take it further. Your books, and the emotion they bring, to myself and many more. Your writing inspires me to follow in your footsteps.
I just want to thank you for everything, for writing, and for being who you are.
I love your books! Have you ever considered a movie series? Especially for crank and glass?
Ellen Hopkins, the name is like a gift to my ears, The most talented writer in this time and isn’t scared to revel unconformable subjects. I still remember the day I picked up one of her books, I was about 12, I walked into the local public library and carelessly picking up books and putting them into my bag, when I came across a book with a interesting cover and a even more interesting summary, This book was Crank, so I threw it into my bag and brought it home with me. I was shocked by how descriptive this book was and how real it was, how personal you was with the character. I’ve been hooked since that day, every Christmas and Birthday I beg for one of her books. When I find out a new book has been released I jump because i’m so happy and my determination to make money and buy it, goes through the roof. I hope one day to meet such a amazing poet, writer, and person. I couldn’t been happier then the day I opened the door to her books and i’ll never stop. Ellen Hopkins, you inspire me more then words could ever describe and you always leave me breathless. Please keep writing for us because I promise i’ll be one of your fans that will never leave no matter what you do.
hello……(trying to freak because Ellen Hopkins might comment back…)um.. you really and truly are an amazing writer. your book burned made me cry in school my teachers were like ..”tori..? why are you crying???” me:”look” i showed them the book and the part were*** SPOILER ALERT ~!! Ethan dies ad there pshh k..
!♥♥3 i love your books but probly the most important thing i have to say is K33P 0N WRITING!!!!!!
~TORI`
I was wondering if one of your books will be turned into a movie?
i loved reading your books so much. The part of crank when Kristina got raped it made me very upset and made me feel like Brandon waas apart of my everyday life. I can’t wait to read the rest of the books
we are both very excied to read the rest of your books………… .need to hear more about Kristina
<3
we are both very excied to read the rest of your books………… .need to hear more about Kristina
<3
i LOVE your books. they are amazing. when does submission come out?
I love your books Ellen.
You are a true poet. Your poems speak volumes to me. I recently took Impulse and Burned with me to the mental hospital. They were great choices. I love that you have such rounded characters in your stories. They’re amazing to follow.
Much Love,
samanthasuicide.
Ellen.. Your book perfect helped me so much… I am caught up in roids and trying to be perfect jock prep athlete..Your books have helped me start to me the real guy i am and not a a person trying to seeak perfeaction in poitless ways
Mrs. Hopkins,
You truly are an amazing author. Your books get to me every time. I always feel like I know the characters, in real life. You are such an outstanding author. I absolutely love your work. It helps me realize I’m not the only one who is dealing with serious issues. I am speechless. I wish I had the chance to meet you. You are such a strong woman, and a huge role model in my life. Keep on writing. thank you for helping me, even if you don’t know it, you’ve saved my life.
i was wondering if there was a way that i could buy the “crank” set i’ve looked everywhere & i have yet to find somewhere that will let me.
I Love Tricks………….:)
Ellen Hopkins is the most amazing, thrilling, and detailed writer. Her books gave so much detail that i thought i was right there it was very nice. So Ellen hopkins you are the best keep it up…..!!!
Reading an Ellen Hopkins novel is like looking in the mirror. In each character, you find that dark side of yourself, the things you’ve always wanted to try, the things you’e always feared, and/or the things you have somehow trapped yourself in. All of her novels have left me close to tears, which very few books can do to me. They have inspired a story I want to put out there for teens like me, looking for proof that someone else has gone through this, you’re not alone. I can’t possibly explain how much these novels have moved me, touched me, and helped me. Mrs. Hopkins, you are mind-blowingly amazing, and I could not be happier that I ever came across your books. Thank you from me, and all my friends as well. I wish there was more I could say because reading what I have just written, it’s not enough to explain what you and your books mean to me. Just thank you, thank you so much.
Agreed
I swear, you read my mind to write that.
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Sara “Star” I have to agree with you soo much because i to was on the verge of tears and what you say is so true….!!!!
I have just finished reading Perfect.
I… think I need to reassess some things in my life now.
Thank you. Thank you.
Hi.
The only reason I bought Crank, was because I could afford it. Lousy reason, I know. But, I am SO glad I bought it. Once I began reading it, I could not stop. I couldn’t pay much attention to anything else. I would be in class, or hanging with friends, & in the back of my head, I’d be screaming,’ I need to go read some more of Crank.’ So, when I finished it, I went to the library and got Glass. That took me two days.. I loved it! Then, it took me over a month to get Fallout, & i just finished it about ten minutes ago. I didn’t cry till the very last line. Where Kristina said she hope God still hasn’t given hope on her. Even though in Fallout, you make it about her kids, & you make Kristina out to be a horrible mother, (which she is) I still have felt a deep connection to her. I felt sorry for her the whole time. And the anger from her kids made me sad. Hunter, for some weird reason, was my favorite character in this series, besides Kristina. Probably because in some way, they relate to me. Not that i do drugs, no. But temptation makes it hard not to want to try.. Yet, I’m not. Kristina’s tale has impacted me.
i am a biiiiiiig fan i love your books. the book impulse influenced me to not cut myself anymore thanks ellen your the best i love your writing style i hope to be a writter one day please contact me
omg i love ur books they r inspirational to me and i love all of them cant wait to read perfect cus Impulse is my favorite so far but im ALWAYS hooked in the first line and no matter how old i get their always great … keep up the good work girl!! <3 Vicki
Hi, I’d just like to say that your books and your writing style are AMAZING! I’ve always identified a lot with Kristina, because even though I’ve never tried drugs and never plan to try them, Kristina used to be a really smart, good girl before she started experimenting with drugs, and that’s kind of like how I am, so I always thought that she could almost be like me, and I always wondered what my life would be like if I had made decisions like hers. But anyway, I hope you keep writing awesome books for a really long time!
As a recovering meth addict I would just like to thank you for being as real as you were. I read alot of memoirs and fiction books of drug users [mostly meth addicts like myself] and your books Crank and Glass have it down. The style of the writing even is everywhere just like a tweekers mind. The racing thoughts, the lost time, the emptiness inside, being told you look like you’re dead, the intense rage, all of it… even the way you describe the way is feels when you snort a line or smoke from a bulb. I literally got flash backs from reading these books and I can’t wait to go on to Fallout. Thank you for these books. It gives a great incite to what this monster does not just to the users but, to everyone that person is close to.
I absolutely love these books. I can read them over and over again. <3 I dont know what I would do without them. Thank you so much !
ive been reading your books since i was 13, im almost 17 now and i am just finishing the book glass, i was so excited to see you came out with a new book (perfect), and i cant wait to read it! your books are so real, its amazing. when i read any of your books i can relate to them in at least five different ways. its funny, because before i was introduced to your books, i couldnt stand reading, but now its hard to even put my book down, i go through your books in four days tops, but usually two lol. i cant wait to see more of your books coming into my schools library.
i really hope you continue writing more books. i think you should write more to go with crank, glass and fall out!
I just wanted to say thank you Ellen…your writing not only inspires…but it invites thoughts, dreams, and reality into the lives of many. I love every book you have written in your young-adult group and intend to read every one of your books in your adult section as well. God bless and please….keep writing!
-A VERY avid fan
sarah <3
I was going through a tough time since I started middle school, and after I read Crank, I felt like I wasn’t alone anymore. I felt like there was help. Now I am a High School Sophomore and helping people. Your books are not only an inspiration, but a helping hand as well. Thank You so much.
Hey! ITS BRIANA ELLEN!! REMEMBER ME? FROM THAT BOOK SIGNING?! remember signing my book?! you smiled at me! i tried to give you a hug but those big security guys wouldnt let me
I’LL HUG YOU SOMEDAY ELLENNN! HUGS <3 LUV YA <3 
OH BTW, HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! I’M GOING TO BE A YOU ELLEN!
im going to carry around your books from house to house!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1!!
SAME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:):):):)):):):):):):):):)
lol, too much time on your hands
Way to much time xD (:
HEHEH HEHEHE I HAPPY
Ellen Hopkins, I have to say this: When I first saw CRANK in the bookstore, I read the back and thought “hm…Interesting enough.” Funny thing was, I didn’t know that crank was a drug and thought in the book crank was a person, and when i found out it was drug, i looked at the cover and was like, “Oh, I see it now!”
So I read through crank in one day. The book, TRICKS i read before that and thought it was amazing. So after CRANK, I called my aunt and was like “OMG! I NEED GLASS NOW!” So she bought me GLASS and I read through that in like a few days. And then i bought FALLOUT and at the end, I thought, “Wow. My parents used to drugs. My parents used to do all of this, and I still live with them.” I was able to see that my life really wasn’t that bad compared to Kristina’s and her kids. The ride was amazing. I read the first 100 pages of IMPULSE and ordered in and IDENTICAL in hardcover. I wanted to rad IMPULSE because it was about things I could relate to unlike drugs and figured if the crank series almost made me cry, this would make me cry! Hard! So they should be in my mailbox in a few days! I love you Ellen Hopkins! Happy Halloween! 
P.S. In CRANK, it was kind of like a person. The monster does things to you that no real person could and I love how you showed that in your series. You are an amazing writer! Keep writing books!
I agree!
I also feel that She is trying to get over the hard, rocky, bumps in her life, that a teenage girl would go through the same way. But some parts arent always what a teenage girl would go through. I abosolutley ADORE her books! ♥
I love her books more than anything. In a few months I am gonna read them all again! <3
your books are so inspiring! I can read them in a day a less because I can’t ever put them down! also i love how they are about REAL issues, not just the sugar coated ones. excited for another book!:)
I’ve always loved Ellen’s books. A maximum of a week after they come out I will have already bought and read them. Until today, I never took the time to truly know her story. I am doing a presentation on her and books (obviously) so I thought it was necessary to learn more about her. After reading as much as possible, I love her as an author even more. Ellen, your life story is amazing.
I absolutely adore your books, they are amazing. You touch issues in a way no author does, well not one that I have read that’s for sure. All of your books have been an amazing, cannot put it down till I am finished read which is the one I look forward to the most. I really hope they will make your books into movies! They would be wonderful as well. All the best, keep writing and inspiring! xo
The real story: behind Crank took place between the years 1995 and 1971. “Hunter,” aka Orion, was born in 1996.
^that is posted on your Bio page… shouldn’t it say between the years “1971-1995″ or was there a goof up somewhere?
&I’m a stickler for details… In Fallout, when Trey & Autumn are traveling to see Kristina’s parents, they go from Texas to Nevada (a trip I actually know well, I live in Texas & go to New Mexico to see family & on to Arizona/Nevada to see more family).
It states that they’re in Arizona & then the next page I believe, it says they grabbed a hotel room in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It wouldn’t make sense to see that…
And I’m really sorry I sound critical, but I actually LOVE your books, I’m always saving up my money JUST to buy them… You’re an amazing writer & some of your stories hit close to home… I’m just very weird about details…
Dear Ellen,
I wrote you on FAcebook, but I was a bit confused with the answer.
You said that there were four other novels, but please explain to me the order of the crank books. I want to read Impulse, and Tricks, and Perfect, but im confused if they are in the same serious, or not. And I want to know what order they are in so I can get more of them at my school library. Thankyou! I ♥ your books!
Ellen Hopkins,
Your books made a huge difference in my life. They made me look back on the mistakes I’ve made in my life and wanna be a better person. Every single one of your books have made me cry. I love them so much. Your my favorite author. Your books kept me from committing suicide.
Thank you.
Just wanna say,
No; I don’t like your books because they have have happy endings
No; I don’t like the way things end most of the time
BUT
Yes; I love how you can put reality in a book that you can open and read
Yes; I love the way you phrase and shape each of your poems
Yes; I love the word choices that you make that describe every scenario that appears
Yes; I love the way you dared to talk about the lives who drugs, sex, and abuse had taken over it
Yes; I love your books…
Agreed.
Your books… they have moved me in my darkest times.
so i have to say that i may be a little bit older than some who read these books, i am 26. but, i love all of her books. i can relate to all of them in a way thats hard to explain. i am sooo ready to read her new book Triangles. ellen has a way of reaching out to people who have issues and also people who have over came issues in thier lives. i am inspired when i pick up a book by her. when i open any of her books, i can not put it down no matter what i need to do or how tired i am!! i just love her!!
I just finished crank and i couldn’t put it down.. im searching desperately to try to get my hands on a copy of burned but its hard when you live on such a small island. I can not wait to finish the series and other books you have written i have been looking for a good book that i cant put down and im happy i read crank. You are an amazing writer and im sure have helped many familes or people who have gone through the same sort of thing
i just finished reading the book FALLOUT and i have never been more in love with books. im hoping to get your most reacent book Perfect. i must say i cant wai. im currently writing a book and i hope it will be as good as yours. after reading the bok Impulse itt… your inspiered me to become a writter. wish me luck.
^.^v
I just wanted to say that your book are the best I’ve ever written. I’ve read each and every one of them (The YA ones, at least) and loved them all. They all touched me and left a mark that will never fade. I love how you’re not afraid to write the truth, even if others find the subject taboo or try to hide it from teenagers like me. I’m a 14 year old girl, and I’ve been reading your books since I was 12, and it’s because of your books that I will be more cautious than others when it comes to things like drugs, sex, love, and lies.
The thing is, I can relate to all of your characters so well, in so many different ways. I cried my way through most of your books, but especially Glass, because Hunter’s childhood story is basically my own.
I don’t want to sound like I’m being an over-dramatic young teenager, but your books saved my life, in so many different ways. Impulse, especially. That and Perfect showed me what I was doing to myself and gave me the will to stop.
The last thing I have to say is that I’m surprised that you’ve written about so many pressing topics (Drugs, suicide, abuse, prostitution, eating disorders, and homosexuality among these) but haven’t yet written about transgenders or Gender Identity Disorder. It’s a topic very close to me, and I’d love to see it in one of your books one day. I don’t mean to suggest it if it’s something against your Religion (God only knows how much I struggle with the conflict between the two) or the like, but it is a large issue that would be interesting to read about.
I’m not sure if you’ll even read this, but thank you so much for what you’ve given me through your writing. <3
I agree completely! I think sexuality is a big part of today’s issues and one specifically toward things like that would be great. I have always struggled and am currently struggling with my sexuality and it’s always caused issues. I’ve tried to “off myself” before, but I know now that it’s not worth it. People are not worth your life. You must live and be all that you truly are. I love you Ellen! Take in our options if you will!
I would like to thank you. Your books have allowed me to fight through pain and grief as my idiot teen brain has instructed me to never cry or allow myself to mourn. You have left a lasting imprssion on my life and your poetry has inspired me to let myself feel. Thank you for inspiring me to live again.
OMG I read and own all your books, I just finished reading Perfect, omg i loved it, i couldn’t put it down. Perfect was my favorite but i loved them all. write more please!
You are the reason that I am alive.
Identical, Impulse, and Burned.
The books I read when I was into self mutilation.
Impulse was the reason I am alive.
It taught me that there is so much more to life.
I can not waste it.
Thank you.
I completely agree. They give me strength to go on. Thank you so so much. <3
Honestly , your books are the only books ill read. They’re amazing. I could sit and read them a hundred times ! I wish you had like thousands of books so I could keep reading. But I have a question. Im 15 and I love the teenage books but do you think I could read your adult books? Aren’t they kind of about the same thing? Get back to me !
thanks.
I love reading your books. I first started reading them when I was about 10, starting with Crank, when I found it in my sister’s room. I hope to meet you someday, so feel free to come to WV for the next book festival! (:
I really love your books. They’re so inspiring. Very unsettling. I’ve read every single one. Enjoyed them all. I would love for you to write more. Theyre heart warming and sad. You inspired me to start writing. Your way with words is magical. Kind of makes mr jealous pop out. I love them! Your my all time favorite author and i hope to see more of your books pop out on library shelves. My favorite one was Impulse. I fell in love with Conner. I cried when he died.
Well I wish you good luck in your writing.
Sincerely,
Chloe
I am currently reading your books. I truly love your writing. I connect to your books so well it’s amazing. I’ve never been able to connect to characters in books as well as I can in yours. You are like my inspiration,well your characters are at least. I say this because I’m having a tough time in high school and reading your books and seeing the characters have such hard lives and stuff and then them getting up each day hoping it would be better then the last makes me wake up and hope it will be better then the last. Thank you for writing these books they truly mean something big in my heart.
I am a huge fan of your books, especially crank and glass, and for my english 2 class one of the essays is to show how an author shows how they relate to their works through their books. i don’t mean to ask for so much personal information but is there any where that i can find information on you and your daughters relationship before during and after her addiction?
After “Crank” what comes next in the series?
Glass and then Fallout
I am a bit confused about something. On your touring it says you will come to SC but gives no adress, times or anything. Please let me know so I can go!
Ms. Ellen, I love your books. They’re so inspiring. I’ve never tested with drugs, and never will, thanks to you. I haven’t read them all yet but i can already tell i will enjoy reading tricks, and the ones yet to be published. I’m reading identical right now. And all I can say is, it’s amazing! You are by far, the most amazing, talented, flat-out awesome author I’ve ever heard of! I hope you keep writing more books. You’re a keeper, Ellen.
A very faithful fan,
Julia
I love all your books and have read every single one twice in a week.
absolutely amazing!
you inspire me.
I am trying to get the other books after Crank but I can’t seem to find a store where they sell them anymore. Can anyone help?
SPRING, TX
Barnes & Noble or Books a Million sell all of them:)
Hi, Ellen!
Your books are HONESTLY(and i mean it) amazing. A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. So many kids in my school are reading them and so do teachers! You’re such an inspiration to me! PLEASE, PLEASE keep writing books because I want to read more of them! You’re truly aaaamazzing! <3
I read ALL of your books and let me tell you, Crank, Glass, and Fallout are great books! I loved, loved, loved, LOVED your other ones! I read like all of them in a DAY.
- DIN. ( :
Dear Ms. Hopkins,
Your books are absolutely amazing. I always used to hate free verse books…but I am absolutely in love with your books. I can’t wait to see what you have in store for us in the coming years. You should try to make an appearance somewhere in Minnesota! It would be wonderful to actually meet you!
Take care & keep writing!
Ellen, You’re my favorite author. I love how your writing hits so deep to me. I’ve emailed you before, and was very excited when i got a reply. I was walking on clouds for days. I want to thank you, for continuing to publish hard hitting books, you’re amazing in every way. thank you.
I came across “Identical” browsing my high school’s library almost a year ago. I thought it was THE most amazing book I’ve ever read. It’s still my #1 favorite. Then I feel in love with “Crank” and “Glass” but never would I have imagined I would become surrounded by the Monster myself. I haven’t lived with my parents for 8 months.My dad got too close with the Monster and it tore our lives apart. The whole reason I’m writing this is to say thank you, though. Mostly of all for “Fallout”, because in that specific book I found peace. Never before,til now, have I been able to connect with a character as I have with Kristina’s children. And I don’t feel alone anymore, so thank you. <3
It all started in 2006
It was time for a new school project
Working with books was not in my favor
but when I picked up Go Ask Alice I couldn’t put it down
Pages filled with horror and wonder
In some twisted way I enjoyed the novel
I needed more, so in the back of the book
I found a page, recommended books
and there it was… Crank.
The monster.
I read every single page, over and over
fascinated with it really, from then I kept reading your books
and I must say, Your quite the inspiration
I love writing, and I’m very picking with what I read
Your books are my favorite pieces of literature.
I have been out of the reading scene for some time now
but I hope on getting fallout and perfect for xmass
or this weekend :]
thankyou so much for your inspirational writing techniques.
Much love and more:
Heather B
Impulse touched my heart. I have dealt with a wish to end my own life. I know how it affects your own life and your family’s life. I have never gone that far where I need to be sent somewhere but my parents finding out about my death wish didn’t make me stop cutting nor popping pills. I tried to hide it and convinced my parents that I was okay and they believed me after maybe five months in therapy. To this day they don’t know that i still have that wish. But not only do I have the same wish as all three of the characters but my mother especially thought i only did what i did to get attention. I tried explaining to her that it wasn’t for attention but only because I didn’t like the life I was living but she wouldn’t listen. I am still struggling with my wish of death but because I have read your books it has made me a better person. I can also control what I do and they have given me the strength to carry on with the life I live. I am not even 18 but I hope by then I would have overcome what I fear most today. Thank you very much.
~Sam
My sister, became a meth addict, and me being a couple years younger than i am now, knew what was going on but not fully..your books opened my eyes to what life for her would be like..she is now clean, for a couple years..atm a recovertig alcoholic, but going threw life.. all your books are amazing, and love reading them..they make me go through so many emotions, and i cannot wait to read perfect
I love reading your books. They are incredible. Sometimes I will read them over and over and still have the same reaction. I love to write poetry. And when I read your books, it’s like they give me ideas about what to write. I love your writing style. I would love to meet you some day.
ME TOO!!!
Omg!!! I just got done reading perect. It was sooo good!!! I cried at the end! The book felt so real, like i was there. I have to by triangles today! Please write more young adult novels!!!! Your my favorite author and i can’t stop reading your books! I read perfect as slow as possible because i didnt want to finish so fast, but i couldnt’t help myself!! Great jjob!!
I love these books! Everyone that I have read so far is just absolutely brilliant! After Impulse I guys I only have 4 more to read
. Please write more.
when i read Crank i cried cause it was just so sad to me at the end i read Glass kinda remined me of someone i know who is going through the same exact situation and i opened my eyes if i were to keep following this person’s path i’mma miss up my life as well these books really inspire me a lot, thanks for writing more that realates to sistuations like this.
You books are amazing. They have changed the way I look at people who use/expirement drugs or have in the past and life after drugs (Crank, Glass, FallOut). Burned, Impulse, Identical, Tricks. They’re all fantastic. I have not had the oportunity to read Perfect yet but will soon. I wish there were more writers i the world like Ellen Hopkins.
You, are without a doubt my favorite author. ive read everyone of your books and ive loved them all. im always thinking about what you’ll write next and how much im going to enjoy reading it.(: i dont think ive ever gotten into anyones books as much as yours. i cant wait for up comming books!!! <33.
i feel the same way! <33
I just finihed your book identical it was amazing i cant get enough!! pleaseee write more <33
ahmazing books you write
I just finished reading Identical and really want you to write a sequel. The ending didn’t shock me as much because someone told me the ending (don’t worry, I complained! they heard it from me!). I started reading your books in September and only have two left! I love you!
You are truely an amazing writer. Your captivations of characters and their lives are realistic. I think you are a true inspiration and have honestly inspired me to never let happiness get out of reach. Your books keep me on edge and never fail to make me bawl my eyes out at the end of them; Especially burned. Also, i’d like to add that your books made me completely addicted to reading. I read at least 1 book a week while going to school full time. lol Thanks again and please KEEP WRITTING!!! =]
xoxo,
Brittany T
I have read all of your books and have to say you are one of my favorite writers. I love your unique stile of writing and how easily your books can connect to the readers. I have been passing around your books amongst my friends and many of them have come to fall in love with your books just as I have. I cannot wait till your next book becomes available. My favorite of your books has to be Tricks and Identical but I still wish to hear more about Kristina. I know from reading Flirting With The Monster that it is loosely based on your daughter, her children and your family which I find gives your writing passion and understanding. This sets them apart from the others, which is how I found myself falling in love with your books. I can’t wait to hear what more you have to give to your readers as I and many of my friends will always be reading.
I love all your books. The are truly amazing and well written. Each one of your books have touched my soul deeply. Keep writing such great stories. <3
Ellen, I love your books. I literally just got finished reading perfect and it was stunningly beautiful. You have helped me realize so much in life. I was 11 when I first read your book impulse and since then I have been completely hooked on your books. Two years ago, things got seriously tough, so I reread impulse and it has forever changed my life. You have made me see how great my life can be. Perfect was an amazing book and it helped me to realize that it is truly what’s on the inside that matters. Thank you sooooo much for all the books you write, and please, please, please, don’t stop writing!!!
I love you and all you books! 
they have forever changed me, so thank you.
I am in LOVE with your writing. I love poetry & deep stories. & When I read your stories I feel like I am in the story actually watching it. You detail stuff SO well, & I love it. I can’t WAIT ’till your new books “Perfect” & “Triangles” comes out. I Just got done reading “Fall Out” & I loved it! Don’t stop writing! Your great at it.
Thank You
(:
I love MOST of your stories. They’re refreshing with its form, and have good meaning themes behind them. However Fallout disappointed me. You seemed to exaggerate about how amazing Grandma Marie is, and the main character Cristina became the bad guy all of a sudden when us the readers spent the last 2 books before that getting to know her, relating to her, and somewhat understanding her. I’m currently in the process of reading Perfect, and feel like stopping. The 4 main characters aren’t relatable, but do have a good voice. Your an amazing writer and poet, but lately i haven’t felt YOUR love for the characters like i did in Crank.
My goodness. I stumbled across Crank when my friend showed it to me. How she came across it, I’m not too sure, but I bought the book and I finished it in two days. The most incredible, heartbreaking, intense, emotional book ever. After that, I read Glass and then Impulse. I’ve yet to read the others, but I will. Inspiring. Truly. I haven’t gone down the road of drugs, but I feel the pain in Kristina.
your books honestly changed me, i’ve never been so drawn into a book before, I had never even read a whole book before one of yours. i’ve only read Burned and just finished Identical last night, but there so inspiring. I read Burned in 3 days, and honestly I shed a tear after I finish one of your books, there sooo touching and I personally can really relate too them which makes them even better. I dont no what im going to do after i finish reading all of them, hopefully you have new ones out by that time. (:
just wanted too say thank you, for writing these books, they changed my life… <3
Your Books Are So Amazing, You Are An Excellent Writer!
I Am Currently Reading Fallout, & I Can’t Wait To Read The Rest Of Your Books.
Thank You For Writing Something Teens Can Relate Too, I Love Getting Lost In A Good Book! Love You Ellen!
ellen hopkins
i like ur books. like kristina i tried meth, and got addicted. it’s hard 2 quit but i have good friends and crank,glass,and fallout opened my eyes.
Ellen. Your Crank trilogy really touched me and my friends. My friends said that because of your books they are never going to touch drugs. Ever. My life has been affected by drugs ( I wasn’t doing them-someone very close to me was) and your books really depict what they do to you well. Every chance i get i highly highly recommend your books. You are amazing! Your stories are amazing! I love how raw and real you make them. Not a lot of authors are brave enough or good enough to write about this stuff. Thank you so much!
i think all of your books are amazing impulse kinda reminds me when i went to a adolecent center for cutting and when i read the last part about conner it made me think that some kids dont deserve to be treated differantly we are humans and dont need to be treated like we are dirt…thank you ellen for writing these books
sincerely,
jordan
Ellen
I have read nearly all of your books (except burned,but that is up next) Right now I’m over half way through Impulse. I have never been on drugs or had to deal with self injury. I have barely had but a sip of alcohol in my entire life but I can honestly relate to all of your characters in one way or another. When I read about Christina I first saw her as someone that I could never relate to in a million years, but as I looked not only deeper into the book, but deaper into myself, I saw a young, geeky girl (like me) who has always had a bit of rebelliosness in her, but delt with that rebelliosness in the wrong way. I have always been tempted to break out of my band geek shell and go make out with the hot rebel in the bleachers but then I think about my future and how it might affect me. Julliard surley won’t except a druggie who cares nothing more than hot guys. Thank you for inspiring me!
I find your books very inspirational and touching, so far I have just read Burned but would love to read more in the future. One day my girlfriend txted me saying i got this great book from the store today and I want you to read it cuz it reminds me a lot of you. Well it just so happened that the book was Burned and it was me. Exactly to the last word. I grew up in an abusive scrictly mormon household with many younger siblings and just to add on more to the amazing story most of my sibling were and are autistic. As soon as i deviated from that path my parents laid out for me i had the emotions that payton had, i went through the same actions payton did, received the same discipline she did, and went through the same heartbreak and pressure of the world that she did. I am very happy to say that unlike the story i was able to have a happily ever after and have gotten my life on the track i want it but i greatly respect Ellen Hopkins and her writing talent because it really helped me, it made me feel less alone like i wasnt the only one going through that ordeal. The book burned perfectly describes what i had to go through to acheive the happiness and freedom im glad to have today. I just wanted to share my emotions from reading your work, im not asking or looking for pity I just want ellen and her other readers to realize as amazing as her stories are they happen in real life all the time sadly. and because you were able to write this story of abuse, heartbreak, love, betrayal, and hurt somehow it helped me overcome what i went through and for that i will always respect you and thank you and your writing talents
i love her books! i cant wait to read perfect! my favorite book is Burned! i cried at the end it was so sad how the girl and her bf got a wreck and her bf died but she didnt so she has to raise their baby by herself with her family.
when i read impulse it touched my heart. i have been battling depression and bipolar disorder, so i know the seriousness of it. i also self injured myself for a long time to cope with my problems. for so long i thought i was alone in my struggles, but when i picked up impulse for the first time i thought “why not?” i read it in one sitting only taking small breaks. i finished it with tears running down my face. it made me realize that everyone has problems and no one’s is greater than another, just different. so i would like to thank you Ellen Hopkins, for finding the right way to make sure everyone knows they are not alone………
<3 (: i introduced your book to all of my friends they have all fallen in love with your writing as i have i just bought perfect i cant wait to read it!!!
The Crank series are one of the best books I’ve ever red.
Hey Ellen I just wanted to let you know that I am so happy I head your books! Sometimes, when life isn’t going well, I have times where I wonder where my life is going, what do I have to look forward to. But your books (like Perfect, Impulse, Tricks, and my favorite, Identical) realize that my life isn’t so bad. Other times, I see my friends, many affected by drugs and your Crank series makes me pity them. Your writing is superb and greatly beneficial to all who read them!
On a side note I wanted to know if you thought maybe one of your books might be made into a movie? I think they would be great!
the first book of yours that i read was Burned. it is not the first book to make me cry, but i fell in love with the way you write stories.. i needed to read more so i read Crank and loved every second of it, i found myself talking out loud to the characters in your books. i havnt gotten Perfect, YET. in all seriousness i’m going out after school to buy it(: i admire the way you write.
<3holly
Love your books cant wait till the next on comes out….So when does the next one come out.?
Your books are amazing. Everyone I’ve read I have loved so far. Right now I’m re-reading Identical.. This book always makes me wanna cry because of how sad it is. My favorite book that you’ve ever written is probably Fallout. That book is amazing. Its breath-taking..cause it explains what happens to Kristina’s kids. Kristina I wish would of quit drugs in the book Glass because she knew she was having her baby Autumn. Impulse was a good book too. I can’t wait to read Perfect next.
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
I think you are an amazing author and every single time I set foot into a library or book store, I run straight to your books hoping that you came out with a new one. You are, by far, my favorite author! I love how your books can relate to people and you have showed me that there are other people in the world that suffer more than I do by reading the books. Never stop writing!
Love Paulina.
xo.
You are the most amazing author! These are probably the only books that I can actually get in to! I suggest them to EVERYONE!
Ellen, your books are so inspiring. I read crank first and i got sucked right in. I’m not one for reading a book, but yours, they’re amazing! They remind me a lot about my life, for real. All i have to say is please don’t ever stop writing your amazing books! You have so much talent! and p.s, i just read perfect, it was awesomeeee!!
Last year, my friend was reading IDENTICAL, and I kept looking over his shoulder and reading it. After he was done, I checked it out. I fell in love with your writing style. This year, I decided to read the other books you had written. I started with BURNED about two weeks ago. When I was done reading it, I closed the cover and pouted. I didn’t like the ending, because it made me feel like that could really happen.
After, I picked up CRANK, followed it with GLASS. (Unfortunetly, my school is lame and doesn’t have FALLOUT yet.)
Last night, I stayed up for 2 hours finishing IMPULSE. Throughout the book it made me feel sad and depressed, and I wanted to be friends with Connor, Vanessa, and Tony.
At about 1:30 am, I got to the last 10 pages. When I finshed the book, I just set it down and started cryng, harder than I am now. I couldn’t understand why I was crying so hard, or couldn’t stop.
I’ve felt how Vanessa has and can relate to her. I cut myself a few times 2 years ago, but didn’t make a habit of it. I told my best friend and she made me promise not to ever hurt myself on purpose again.
I came really close to it a few times, but always reminded myself about my best friend.
I’ve wanted to die, but always thought of how my friends and family would feel.
When I read IMPULSE, I really understood how Tony and Vanessa felt when Connor died. It made me think how my friends and family would feel.
I like how your writing has helped many people. I can only hope that one day, my writing will do the same.
Thank you.
I love your books, I started reading them through your Crank series. Kristina’s and her children’s stories touched my heart, and brought back memories of my own families troubles with substance abuse. Fallout was my favorite, although Crank did make me cry a good bit, the last book allowed me to feel everything Hunter, Autumn, and Summer were feeling. Although there were a few questions I had that i feel weren’t answered, this book is hands down my favorite. Your books have influenced my own writing to show more of myself and my life and troubles. Thank you for your series.
Ellen,
You’re books saved me. I’ve read all of them at least twice and your writing helped me fix my life and put the piecesback together. I cannot tell you how thankful for every single book, especially Impulse. Reading that book made me realize how badly I was screwing up my life with my cutting addiction, drinking, and doing drugs. Impulse helped me make the decision to get help and stop livivng in my own misery. That was a year ago and now I’m no longer a cutter, drinker, nor do I do drugs anymore. You have no idea what your books have done for me, and I’m so very thankful for all of them, and I look forward to reading Triangle.
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
I just started reading your books and I fell in love with them by the first page!!
I’m waiting very impatiently for my mother to buy me the rest of your books!!
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
I really really really love your books!! I feel in love with your books by just reading the first stanza!! I can’t wait until 2013 for Smoke!! AHH!! Love you!!
Ellen, your books are truly amazing. I don’t know another author that can tackle these topics in such a beautiful way. I started with Crank(the novel, not the drug) and continued to read your books. I can’t say I have ever been in any of these situations, but as a teen I understand where your characters are coming from. These books have changed my own views on life and I am truly grateful that I have read them. Thank you so much. <3
Before I had bumped into your books, I couldn’t stand reading at all! I hated it and tried to avoid it as much as possible! In English class I use to make up excuses to leave the reading portion of the class due to hating reading! My English teacher a couple of years ago finally sat me down and introduced me to the movie Crank. It was the very first book I had started and finished! Also in only two days! I could not let the book out of my sight! My mum and dad finally bought me every single book you had written and just kept buying me them as you brought them! They not only are enjoyable to read but kept me in the right path. I love your books and hope you keep writing them!
:) 
Ellen, I have been a fan of yours since 2007. Every so often I glance at pages to tell me when a new book of yours is available and I am sure to buy the book within a week of finding out of it. First and foremost I want to thank you for giving me my favorite book series and for being my favorite author. I’ve read the “Crank” series about 3 times now that “Fallout” is out. I also purchased “Triangles” and “Perfect” tonight. So, I can now say I own every publication of yours and I’m so incredibly proud of that. You were the topic of my author paper for my Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition class and I got an A on that paper.
. I’ve never been so caught up in a book series nor have I ever been so devastated to finish a book by another author. Truly, you’ve worked wonders in my life and every single one of your books that I now own are my real treasures. Thank you for being an amazing author. Thank you for giving me something raw and real to read. I cannot wait for the releasing of “Tilt” and “Collateral” to come out. You’ve made a great impact in my life. Thank you.
Ellen, if you happen to read this, please know that you give so many teenagers a sense of belonging and hope in the creation that you put out on blank pages. I can see how deeply intelligent you are in the way you express your thoughts through words, it’s beyond this world. You have the gift of getting into the minds and emotions of others. It’s truely is incredible. You will forever be my inspiration and my motivation for my poetry. I’ve read each and every one of your books and hope to one day hold in possession every one of them. You give me hope. Keep writing and you’ll save a life, like you saved mine.
You’ve taught me so much Ellen and now i know the dangers of addiction and all the other things in your books i am now CERTAIN i won’t do. Not even try. Or go by people that do try. I’ve had a good warning now and i can’t thank you enough. You’ve changed my life, i think about your books all the time. I hope your son and daughter are doing good(:
i wanna read your books sooo bad but our school dont own any of them
Go to the public library! They’ll most defiantly have them.
Ellen the book crank changed my life. it made me open my eyes to how my life isnt as messed up as it seems. i am currently reading glass and hope to finish it soon. thank you for writting these books:) your an amazing writer.
Ellen Hopkins’ books have gotten me through so much!! I’ve read all but Perfect and Fall Out by her!! These books have been my favorites for years and I reread all of them almost every summer!! I would LOVE to meet you, Ellen, and would absolutely DIE if you could come anywhere near Massachusetts for a book signing or lecture!
My favorite author ever <3
I have been a fan of your writing as long as I can remember. I have bought almost every book the day they came out. I’ve read them all multiple times. You are by far my favorite author. I have always loved to write, but your writing made me realize how I want to write. I love how you write on real issues teens struggle with, and I love how Crank was a true story. I want to write my story, but its hard. I have been through a lot and I can write individual stories about all the different events, but I am having an extremely difficult time combining them.. I need help. I have some written so far but I’m just kinda stuck on where to take the story.
Hello! My name is Grace and I love your books so much. I’ve read almost every young adult book and I love it. I’m still reading Perfect and so I plugged into the book.
When I picked out Burned from Borders many months ago, I just thought it was another book, another title, another author. How wrong I was. Ellen Hopkins, you are my favorite author and my inspiration. Your stories are so moving and have made me think twice about my choices. My family has discussed most of the topics you have covered like religion, sexuality, and personal image, but I have never read anything so deep before. And I know this sounds cliche, but you have changed me forever. I love your work, never stop writing. You’re a genius.
It all started with crank.
I was 13 and told by my many older friends that it’s a great book. What an understatement! This book gets in the mind of kristina, (bree), and doesn’t shy away with details of what’s going on in her mind. You find a certain connection with her, whoever you are, and continue to read on. Once your past the first few pages, everything comes together and I rufused to put the book down that sunny day on the beach.
Love,lust,rape,hurt,crank,sleep, and more crack. All from taking short stroll with the monster.
Now I’m 14, I’ve read crank, glass, and fallout. Of the 3? Either crank or glass was my favorite. Even Ellen Hopkins said she could go on and on and on with kristinas story. But all good things come to an end. Not saying fallout wasn’t good, I LOVED IT! But I fell in love with kristina and bree’s story, and I just enjoyed it from her mind and point of veiw. Seeing hoe miserable she was in fallout just made me a sad, but hey, that’s the effects of dancing with the monster.
I love to write. I wanna do what makes me happy and hopefully one day I’ll get a book or 2 published. I find a certain connection with Ellen Hopkins way of writing, I don’t know. Even myself can’t explain it. But I must thank you Ellen for making me positive that this is what I want to do. Thank you.
And again I must thank you from steering me clear of crank. I want to still be able to love, forever. Sure I’m a kid, and there’s peer pressure and such. I’ve tried weed, maybe even thought about other things. But I shouldn’t second guess myself, I’m better than that. Everyone is.
I just want to thank you for writing your amazingly wonderful books. People finally have an idea of what pain and suffering people go through. I’ve had my fair share of it, that’s for sure. But I always remind myself, no matter how bad things may seem, there’s worse things out there, sometimes extremely worse. I don’t know why but that seems to ease some of the pain. Just knowing that there’s others who feel the same way I do, have dealt with the same things I have, it helps. But anyway thank you so much for writing and publishing your work. It is truly great. Many people appreciate you, so thanks…bunches.
you are inspiring i love your books please dont stop writing your books are the only ones i can read and stay on them all the time i love them……..!!!!
Ellen I loved Impulse I just read it this year and loved it. I’m now reading Glass which is very good. your books are so good that you should make them into movies but that’s my opinion I can’t wait to read all of your books because they are all inspiring.
I have read all of your book expect perfect and fallout which i plan to get for christmas. i was just wondering if you have ever considered having your books made into movies? i think many people would go and see them because of the thrill and excitement and wonder they get just from reading your books. thank you for inspiring me to keep reading. i love your work.
I have read everyone of your books and each and everyone of them some how related to me or someone I knew. Your books have inspired me to continue reading and writing, and opened my mothers eyes to the things I was thinking about. Thank you so much. I love all of your work
Cant even begin to tell you how inspiring you are, ellen. I look up to you and hope to one day become an author myself. Keep up the great work!!!
I have read every Ellen Hopkins books, but the new sadly which I will be getting in two weeks. I really love the book impulse it stroke hard on my heart. The girl Vanessa and I have a lot in common. Before I read that book everyday I was cutting I was in a horrible relationship with someone who treated me with no respect. After I read the book I broke up with my ex and a few months later I found the man of my dreams and will be married 3 years this may! We have a beautiful daughter and another little girl due in 19 days. If it was not for that book one day I could have cut a little to deep and not have my husband or my girls. Thank you Ellen Hopkins
To you Miss Hopkins I must say that your books are far more than amazing. They inspire me to never do some of the wrong that your characters perform, time and time again. Your books show an inside view of the minds that seem to be the most warped and unloved. As a teen girl myself, it almost seems as if you have written my very thoughts in your thin off-white pages. I only can hope that one day I will be able to convey a message as you do. I hope to go to the Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky for Pastoral Counseling in marriage and family therapy; as Loren in your book ” Tricks.” It shocked me just how close you got to my heart when I read those black words across the page. I love your writing so much and thank you for every word ever written by your hands and mind.
I have read every book besides the last three and I am working on them right now. When I first read your first book Crank I wanted to read all of them. They have became my favorite books. I want to own all of them so far I own three Tricks, Fallout and Perfect. I can’t wait to own all of them so I can read them whenever I want and as fast or slow as I want. I love your books!
So far, I’ve only read Identical and Burned. And already I am a huge fan. I started with Identical. To sum up my feelings on it: Wow. I have to admit, I teared up a little when I read Raeanne’s last poem: “And I’ll Be Watching…” So sad! I had the book checked out from the library, so I had to renew it twice until I was satisfied I’d reread the ending enough. I didn’t think I could like another book better.
Then I moved on to Burned. I sort of put it off for a while because I was afraid I wouldn’t like it as much as Identical. Now, I realize the summary of the book doesn’t do it justice. I cried like a baby for about the last ten pages. I also love how the ending is left open, so everybody can form their own opinions about it. I had to literally set myself an alarm to go off so I wouldn’t read the whole book in one sitting. (I ended up finishing it in two.) Pattyn’s story, from start to finish, had me all fired up and cheering her on from the get-go. I loved how brutally honest the book was; how it really showed the dark secrets of an abusive Mormon home without any hesitation. Burned has inspired me to make something big of my life, to proudly show the world just what a girl can do. I thank you for that, Ellen Hopkins.
I can’t wait to start another one of your books. I have dreams of becoming an author someday. I’m not really aspiring to write free-verse poetry like you, but you are a great role model nonetheless. Once again, thank you for being such a great author and inspiring people everywhere to live up to their full potential.
my personal favorite is Impulse. its so raw and real you will definatly be crying by the end you should check it out when you get a chance
I love all your young adult books. Everytime a new book comes out, I check out all the bookstores close by to see if they have it. I’m working on getting all of them currently, I have two of them so far and I plan on getting all of them by the end of this year. Looking forward to the next one after “Perfect”!
Your books are pure genious, to say the least. A lot of the subject matter hits close to home for me, and I thank you for taking the time to share these stories. I feel like I have befriended most of your characters, and when I close the cover at the end of the novel, I feel a sadness like I have lost one of my own real friends.
Crank, Was the Best book and will be the best book that I Ever Read!
I love your young adult books more than anything! And i read them fast as possible! i finished burned in 5 hours. Thank you for writing them for my life has been forever changed.
i just adore your books. i havent read them all but im getting them all soon so im gettin there
you have also inspired me to write a book based on my friends life. she is anorexic and bulemic, shes also OCD and has alot of things goin on in her life. right now she is in a rehab center in Virginia for her eating disorders. she has gone through a lot and im almost positive she will let me write her story so people can learn about these problem from a first hand account and hopefully be inspired by her strength and faith. my idea for the book is to have it where is switches back and forth from the main character’s point of view to somebody close to her. i really love to write, i usually write poems but ive been wanting to write a novel (or at least try) if anyone has tips please let me know
please and thank you
I have read all of Mrs. Hopkins’ books up to date. They have made such a difference in my life even if I myself have not been touched by the problems that are face within her stories. Each book tells it’s own story and I love the way that she writes them. They give the perspective of someone else for a chance, a person who has been through these hardships. When I learned that the crank trilogy was loosely based off of her life, I was shocked that she had the courage to publish her stories. It must have been so hard to go through something so tough. I now know the difference literature can make. I now know that I myself will never make choices like that in my life. I love all of Mrs. Hopkins’ books to death and re-read them all the time. For now I know the hardships that teens can go through. I recommend her books to my friends all the time even if I know that they don’t like reading about certain things like that. But I know that when and if they read these books, their perspective will change on life and what troubles teens go through every day. I have seen many hardships myself, most of my life with a single mother working two jobs and going to school in order to provide for her daughter. Nothing as hard as some of the things that Mrs. Hopkins writes about but still, there are still things that in life that teens go through without people even knowing. I thank you Mrs. Hopkins, thank you for providing such wonderful literature to share with the world. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Langley
personally i really love these books. the stories are so real, alot of people can relate to some of the situations in them. ive had alot of hard times in my life, and when i read these it makes me realize that life isnt that bad; it could be alot worse. i love this author and the books she writes. i hope she continues to write them.
Danielle King.
I absolutely love all of your books. I have every one of them including the adult novel Triangles. My favorite book has to be Perfect though because I truly love that even when your writing about homosexuality you stay true to it and make it seem like a beautiful thing. Being gay myself has shown me that people misinterpret homosexuality but with your writing it helps show people that being gay is still perfect. So thank you!
OMG ELLEN!!! You Make The Best Books! < 3 I just love reading them
You totally rock! i love you.I already read Crank,Glass,And Now im on Burned im almost finish it's awesome so far 
I love you!!! Can't wait to read more 
I started reading the crank series when i was 16 and I just picked it up and instantly fell in love, I have never touched drugs because of how it impacted this girl so much, how she had such an amazing future until she took a taste of the monster. My friend does marijuana and compared to the hardcore drugs in this series it isn’t as bad. But to me it is. I don’t want her to end up like this. I thank you for writing these series. Nothing has ever impacted me and stuck with me so long. Thank you Ellen Hopkins.
OMG! i love your books
Like the price is worth it. I’m getting the complete set !!!
In love.. please don’t stop writing.
I’ve loved these books since tenth grade when my teacher suggested them for me. In my eleventh grade year my dad got sick with pancan, he died in my twelfth grade year in sept. 23 2009, 10:15am. I know you say you probably wont write something about someone elses life because of legality but I was wondering if you’d do a book about how cancer can affect children and other family members lives drastically? I could help with giving info on how my experience has been, I’m actually still battling it now and I’ts been three years since he got sick. Just a thought, I could be good though and it might help others dealing with the same issues that I am.
I just finished reading Fallout! I loved it and i loved glass and crank too but I wish you would put out a fourth part. I feel like i have so many unanswered questions at the end of Fallout. Would you possibly consider continuing so we can find out what happens with the kids and bryce and kyle and nikki!
I loved your Crank series. oxo
OMG Ellen Hopkins is my favorite writer, even past Suzanne Collins. She is an amaazing writer and an inspiritation to teenagers in this day and age. Her books deal with real-life problems, the darkness of human nature. But, she uses these dark things and sculpts them into fine art. Move over Suzanne Collins, you’ve got a run for your money!
I have read and appreciated a lot of your books. My favorite would have to be Impulse. I really felt that I could relate to that book. I have gone through what most of the characters have gone through, and was even hospitalized numerous times for it. Your book reached me and gave me hope. I have been making improvement and have been getting my life back together. I’m even attempting to write a book. Thank you Ellen for all of the hope and inspiration that you give to all who comes across any of your many heartwarming books.
Ellen Hopkins is truly really influential. Good for you Ashley!
I cannot even begin to tell you what an AMAZING author you are. I love the style your books are written in, if I have the time to sit and read I can usually finish in 2 days or less… You speak in such a way that is relatable to the trials and tribulations we must continue to face in this ever complicating world. I would love to say that I have a favorite book , but I don’t. Each of them spoke to me in such a way that they are all uniquely my favorite. I only lack two books in your Young Adult collection and look forward to completing the adult collection. Thank you for your talented ways of artistry!
Ellen’s books are amazing! i wanted to finish IDENTICAL but someone spoiled it for me (I know, horrible, right?) and told me the big twist. : /
I have indulged my self for the last three weeks into your books. I just finished Fallout and I feel like a whole new person. So far I have only read three of your books, but I am going to the bookstore tonight to buy three more. You are freaking phenomenal. My new top author. I, and many teenagers all over the world, can relate to your books. I appreciate you for that. Thank you for your work.
DON’T EVER STOP WRITING!!!!
COME TO SOUTH FLORIDA AGAIN PLEASE!
Dear Ellen,
Thank you so much for writing about the side of being a teenager to that no one wants to think about. When I first heard of Crank, I will admit I was skeptical. I there soon after found myself attached to Kristina’s story. I thoroughly enjoy your writing, being a teenager myself. I enjoy writing my own stories and find you to be a huge inspiration. Following Kristina through Crank and Glass then her children in Fallout was a story I have found to be the most inspiring. Burned shares the pain most teens feel from pressure of their parents, Identical shares the pain of losing all hope because of the loss of someone close, and Tricks helps to understand why certain people do the things they do even if it is harmful. But that is all my opinions. I find myself able to relate to Conner in Impulse and his feelings. I just recently finished Perfect and I found it to be the answer to my thoughts of who all Conner affected. All in all, I find myself rambling. You are a huge inspiration, as I have said already. Realism is a crucial part to Literature, and I find that you have captured it well. Thank you, so much, for letting the world enjoy your writing. I hope for more books.
Sincerely, Zoe Hower.
Dear Ellen,
I have read your Crank sires, Impulse, and right now I’m in the middle of Perfect. Your books are extremely intriguing and I can never put the book down. They truly amazing. I love how you have so many different perspectives on one subject at a time but the stories are all different, yet come back to each other in the end. The way you describe everything in such detail but yet not so out in the open. Your books amaze me. How some of them go from person to person, they make you want to keep reading. I hope that if you ever come down to Pennsylvania if you would please e-mail me. I would love to meet you in person. Thank You.
Your Reader,
Amber Yohe
OMG!! I LOVE ELLEN HOPKINS!! Your books have helped me and my friends realize how good our lives are and have even helped my friends with problems similar to the characters. So far Tricks is my favorite!! I own all your books! I got started on your books a couple years ago by my cousin who was reading impulse i thought it looked weird and i picked it up when she wasnt looking and couldnt put it down then i had to get all of your books i follow your page to see when a new book is coming out im currently reading triangles no opinion yet but i know it will be great.
I love your books so much it saved my life reading impulse especially and i think its my favorite because I can relate to it the most. I just want to thank you for making these books that I look forward to seeing and which never disappoint. They really matter to me and please never stop writing
i am doing a project for banned books. anmd i was going to ask you have you ever had a book banned?
and if so did you know it was goiong to be banned before you published it?
it would mean alot if you answered my questions….but if nort i understand.
have a nice day (:
I love your books. They take me into a whole other world and I feel like I’m living their story. They make me feel so different and alive. I realize all I have and all the problems other suffer with. They have made a big impact on my life and I cant wait to read your new books. <3
omfg i love these books they are sooo compelling!!!!! keep on writing!
Ellen,
You are one of the greatest writers of all time. Your books mean so much to my sister and I. You write about things that we can relate to and my sister never read much before I introduced her to you. We are in the process of completing our collection! We wait in anticipation for your next release! Please Please Please never stop writing:) You are the light in our darkness!! All the best wishes! Now get to writing:))
Love forever!
Mary and Katie
Ellen,
i just want to say; as an aspiring writer myself i cannot thank you enough. You write about so many great issues, many of which I have experienced. I first got into your books while walking around Borders I saw Crank and I read the back, I then opened it and to my surprise; it was all poems! This came to a complete shock to me, I paid for it immediately and sat down to read, finishing it just a few days later. From then on i became obsessed with Kristina’s life and her fall from grace, I read Glass not long after finishing Crank and when Fallout was released I could not have been more pleased. I have read every one of your books and I own them all. I’ve cried with your characters, laughed with them, and I honestly consider them such a huge part in my life. I relate very well to them, considering I’ve been through many of the same issues myself. In my opinion Identical is one of your best (I’m biased because I am an identical twin) but honestly you write about issues that most people wouldn’t dream of writing about. This makes you such an amazing author and I guarantee there are hundreds of kids who have prospered because of your books. I myself have recommended your books too all of my reading loving friends. They have become just as intrigued as I have. I got Perfect on the release date and finished it 2 days later. The issues in that book are so real its unbelievable. The excruciatingly raw emotions and unimaginable detail you put into these books is utterly amazing. I just wanted to tell you how great of an author I think you are, you’ve definitely inspire me. Keep on writing I would be lost without your books. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
~ Shainna 16, Michigan
I love your work! I just finished reading “Fallout” not even two minutes ago and wanted to try and see if there was anywhere I could tell you how much I loved the ending. I am sad to hear this is the last of the series with Kristina. I wanted to know what happens with Hunter and his future with staying faithful to Nikki. I also wanted to see how Autumn was doing, baby on board, and Summer. Did she and Kyle ever reunite? What about his addiction with the monster? And how did the boys turn out, David and Donald. What about Kristina and Trey? I am not sure what I am wanting to ask about them, did Kristinas addiction ever end? I used to own your other books but had to sell them for cash when I had to leave home and move. I am starting over though. My next buy will be perfection. You have a wonderful way with words. You are inspiration to readers and writers everywhere. I am currently working on a book of my own and reading your books has given me insight to what a great author is. Thank You Ellen Hopkins. I can’t wait to read more of your work. : )
Ellen what can i say your books are helping me to realize who i need to be in life. i might not be perfect and i might have tryed crank but your books help me to see it from someone elses eyes and its really powerful and profound to be able to see life threw someone elses eyes and has helped me become a better person and crank free lol. i just want to say thanks and to keep doing what your doing because i know im not the only person its affected much love and praise!!!!
Lauren
i love burned i read burned first then my friend said you were suppost to read crank first so now im reading crank
I honestly can’t get over how amazing all of you’re books are. The fact that you write with such poetic style and the styles different every page is amazing. I can’t even begin to tell you how amazing it is to read something that actually seems like…me. It’s odd especially when half the time no one understands half of the things you are going through. I just wanted to say thank you, thank you so much :]
Dear Ellen
Your books are brilliant! they capture the dark side of every teens life. You are an amazing writer and i hope you write more. You have entered the subject every adult dares not go, and you have written about your own experiances, you are an amazing writer!
all were epic in all porportions
I really love your books. I love your use of imagery, and words. Your books are truely inspring. They inspired me, and taught me a lot about what I was going though, and made me feel like I wasn’t the only one who felt like that. Plus they also inspired me to write poetry and join a poetry club. And now I can’t get enough of it, I love it. Your an AMAZING author!!!
Your books are amazing! I have red most of them. I usually finish them each in one day. They keep my attention and it’s amazing how I can relate to all of these books.
ellen your books are just amazing! The first time i read them i was able to connect to them right away. I am only 15 and i grew up in cheyenne wyoming, i have never done crank or glass. But i watched my father suffer through it and struggle to fight against the monster. This all started when my dad had this brilliant idea to become an x-ray technician he got offered to go to school in greeley colorado so we moved there and thats when the battle started! I wish i can tell u more. But i would love to thank you for writing them books they make me feel so much better about everything i went through and i know how hard it was for your family to move along with all that weight on your shoulders. Please keep writing your books you inspire and have a humongous impact on my life!
Sincerely,
Isaac Gonzales
I love your books!
I have been through a lot in my short 16 years of life and i completely relate to a vast majority of the characters you (Ellen) write about.. I have “flirted with the monster”, cut just to feel, starved myself to achieve perfection and purged when i couldn’t, i have experimented with girls, i am a victim of a father who never learned how to stop taking… there’s more but i feel as though that sums it up. these books help me remain strong because every day can be a struggle if you let it. thank you so much, you’re books really do make a difference <3
I just started reading your books in September, my English teacher showed me it. Yes im in eighth grade. I was hooked to your story Crank and how insanely fast I finished it. Im not much of a reader but now that i read “Impulse”, “Fallout”, “Glass” and as you know “Crank” im hooked. Your story telling is amazing
dear Ellen Hopkins ,
i know you might hear this all the time but you are such an inspiration to me, and i believe their is way much more teens you inspire out their to. (pleas excuse my righting/typing i’m bad at grammar) you inspire me to keep on going in life, that their are other people in life that might be going through much more than i am (which in deed is true, we just have to be reminded at some points). see i am still a teenager and i believe you know how we randomly have are ups and downs, i’m not trying to say that i blame all my problems on the world and etc. etc. because i know that we also put are self’s in such positions in life.
i cant afford books so the only books i have read from you is from my school library. right now i am reading fall out and impulse, i love your books i truly do, my mother thinks my new TV is books (because of you “lol”) my #1 favorite book of yours is burned. i love the story, their isn’t one time i read it without crying at the end (lol). my friend (who indeed is also in love with your books as much as i am) had told me that by the end of fall out i would also ether cry (maybe it’s just me, since i am emotional very often over things ) but that doesn’t change the fact how much i am obsessed with your books. i just wish my school library had more of your books so i can read them all (lol).
thank you. <3
So, You are my favorite wrighter of all time! My life has not been that great reading you books helped me cope with so many challenging things. Sometimes when I am having a hard time i just read one of your books again and I know everything will be ok i have read all of your books except for Perfect i didnt even know that one was out now i have something to look forward to! Just wanted to say you are an ispiration one day I hope to help as many people as I know you have!!
Your words make me cry, and they make me feel.
And that is wonderful to me.
Thank you.
Dear Ellen,
I just wanted to let you know, personally how much your books have impacted my life. I discovered your books while struggling with my own drug issues. They helped me to realize that my own bad choices effect everyone around me, and those in the future, not just I. I want to thank you for helping me save me from myself. Had it not been for you, and your powerful stories, I don’t think I would be where I am today. I work fulltime at as a daycare teacher, and plan to attend classes in Early Childhood Education. I still cling to your books today.
Thank you so much. You have left footprints on my heart with your amazing stories…
Love,
An Adoring Fan
Thank you, Ellen Hopkins. Through my high school years I have seen the things you talk about in your books. You really understand what it means to be a young adult facing all these different challenges. You have opened my eyes to what could have been if I had chosen similar paths. So for that, I thank you. Continue to write, it is something you are amazingly good at. You touch peoples’ lives in many ways.
Mrs. Ellen Hopkins,
You are my hero! every time i walk into the library at school and i see someone looking for a new book to read i ALWAY direct them to your books. Today 12/16/11 i received two personalized signed things from you and i havnt stopped smiling since. You are BY FAR my favorite author. Everyday i look at my book shelf just to make sure i have all my books. I know it sounds crazy, but i just cant help but smiling every time i see i have them all. i even have them as the background on my phone. i must admit i cried at the end of fallout when i finished it today, not because it was sad but becasue my adventure with kristina was over. i would just like to thank you again for all you inspiration you have givin me and im sure millions of others. =) i love you Mrs. Hopkins.
<3 amanda
I loved this book. Truly you are one of my favorite author, Ellen Hopkins. I am sorry about your daughters struggles and I look up to you for having the strength to write Crank. I love all of your books that I have read. Im not a reader but your books make me want to read. Anyways I hope you read this and smile.(:
Your biggest fan,
Liz<3
When I read each of those books, it makes me think that everyone’s life isn’t completely perfect. That I’m lucky to have parents that care and are there. That I know that tomorrow is only a few minutes away. That I don’t have to live in fear for I am. That I’m not the only one suffering. Thank you Ellen Hopkins, for making me see that. You are my favorite author. Your books are thrilling, stunning, and inspiration for anyone.
your crank series inspired me to go to rehab
Thank you ellen hoopkins
I’ve read all of your books, & I can honestly say I’ve never loved an author more than you! Your books are so relatable, in so many different ways. You make the reader understand where the character is coming from, even though they haven’t personally experienced it. I love how you make every story personal, like you want to help each character get better. I can never put your books down, ever. Please write many more. I love you!
Dear ellen:
I was one day looking for books and I found a photo of your’s, they called me, but unlucky me, I’m not from USA so I couldn’t read your books until a few months ago that I visit USA. I just finish crank and, you really know how to get into my soul. I feel really moved for Kristina’s story and lucky me , I have glass too so I can continue reading.
I’m only 17 and your books help me to understand some things of my reality. I’m not adict to any drugs, but, I know now what to do if someday somebody ask me if I want to try some monster.
I don’t aks for a reply
But, if you read this some day, please never stop writing. Have a nice day.
Kelly
PS: I’m sorry if my english is bad… i’m learning.
Dear Ellen Hopkins. you are truly my hero. keep up the great work.
I have loved reading books by Ellen Hopkins. Her writing style is so unique and it has forever changed the way i write and they way my mind puts words into sentences and paragraphs. Impulse and Perfect are two of my very favorite books, and i also enjoyed burned, even though it does not depict the Latter-day Saint Church accurately. In future books i suggest that she simply do more research pertaining the the religions she draws her audience into.
I love your books. they are awsome. Can’t wait for more. Please write back.
I love your books. they are awsome. Can’t wait for more. Please write back. i have realy injoyed it
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
I am reading Crank.
Ellen Hopkins, I absolutely LOVE your writing. You’re an amazing author.
I started reading your books at thirteen and still am at sixteen. At thirteen I was so close to suicide and was into self harm due to abuse ( physical , sexual , and verbal)
I love your books because in most or some I feel I can relate to the characters.
You inspired me to write. And it has become a passion of mine , and one I might use as a career as well.
I thank you for writting these Amazing books!
-Samantha.
i have so far read 4 of your books, and i cannot stop… last night i started reading crank… i started at 430pm and didnt stop until 3am. i finished the ENTIRE book. i cant put your books down when i start reading them. your books keep me on my toes and constantly wanting to know more and more. i love your wording and your unique way of your page layout. every word you write i can tell you are sensere, and feel what they feeel. your probably the best author i have ever heard of. you can relate to most tenagers going through what you write about.. your inspirational and amazing. thank you so much for taking the time and writing books for people of all ages to read.
thank you for being such an inspiration, and making books that are incredible interesting, and touching
I’ve read all of your books and each one of them touch me in a different way. I always find a character I can relate to. I finished perfect about five minutes ago and didn’t realize it was a sequel to impulse until Cara’s last chapter…. It all makes since now. I feel like an idiot ahahah! But thanks for everything you’ve written, you have helped a lot of teens through rough times.
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
Thank you so much for inspiring me to read!! I absolutely hate reading and I refuse to do it on my own, but seriously, you have blown me away. Your books are so intense and I can’t stop obsessing about them. Please, please, please never stop writing books like these. You truly are an amazing author. Keep up the good work, I can’t wait for the next book.
Love,
Cat Lisman
I must admit, these books have me itching for more as I turn page after page. I love the depth and reality that you incorporate in your literature. Once I started reading Crank, I flew through all your young adult novels…time after time. I was wondering if you had any other plans for your next book, if you are considering to write another one, which I really hope you do. I always ask my librarian to order at leat 2 of each book that you publish, and the funny thing is that when they come in and I go to check them…someone else already beat me to it. The only thing that I would love to see is that if you possibly write a book with a strong male character, not saying that any of your other books don’t have good strong male voices, but I would love to see a male book that deals with the issues that high school boys have to deal with everyday; sexuality, sports, peer pressure, and what it means to be a “man”. Please, please continue your awesome and fantastic writting, I am going to check out Triangles, and can’t wait to read Collateral. Keep it up, I am so glad that I discovered your work!
I love very single one of your books. I have only four left to read. Every one of them that I have read, I have literally not been able to put them down. When I read them, I read them front to back in one day or less. Please keep writing so we can keep enjoying your wonderful work.
Ellen you are an amazing author! I have loved everyone of your books i have read so far. You are an author that has really drawn me in to reading. Every single ending to your books has surprised me. But at the same time amazed me! Ellen you are truly amazing. I feel I can relate to the characters in all your books. I feel like by then end of the book that i really knew each character as if they were my best friend. You inspired me to write. You are so amazing and I love your books! I thank you so much for writing this books! Thank so much!
Ellen,
I know that you must read the same thing from thousands of people, telling you how amazing you and your writing is. & I fully agree. I’ve read all of your books with the exception of Perfect, which I’m planning on getting very soon. I love everything that you write about and I admire the fact that you write about things that others wouldn’t feel comfortable doing. You write about real things, that happen to everyday people. You get the stories of the people out there heard. I aspire to be like you in a writing sense, I love the way you word everything together. You make your characters so well rounded that sometimes, I feel that they themselvesw are actual people. My favorite book of yours is Identical. I love the characters, and the twists of the story. There are many people that love your work and that would say that they feel inspired to go on and make life the best it can be, because of your work. Me being one of them. I hope you never stop writing. <3
I want to ono more about trey and Christina why couldn’t her own son be the one to convince her to stop using?
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Wow… I think your books are amazing!!!!! I am absolutely in love with them!!!!!!Thy have just opened my eyes to so much!!!when i read one of your books it just makes me feel better. its like telling me that im not alone and that there are so many out there that actually go thru these things you write about. People have lives that are like this. Someday i want to write to be able to write like you. I want to go around the world and i want to learn people stories. I want to share their stories with anyone who is willing to listen. There are so many untold stories out there in the world and i think that you discover some just from your imgnation. Youve inspired me Ellen and I just have to thank you because your books have just helped me to keep going they remind me why i want to write. they bring me back to myself and help me remember to never give up on my dreams because i am worth it. I just want to thank you…
I love all of your books Impulse was inspiratrional I could relate to some parts of it I feel like you get everything and feel like everyone deserves a second chance.
I could relate to it as well. i cant wait to read perfect and find out what Cara is going through.
Me and my friend were talking about Crank at the lunch table and she was like yea I’m getting all my friends hooked on Crank (the book) right as the lunch lady was passing. We had to show her your book just to stay out of detention! Love you keep writing you are really good at it.
These books helped me become the person i am today, i feel like these books give me another reason to live. When i was younger my father wasnt around to ever noticed me, and my older siblings were always on drugs like Meth, so i felt as if i was hidden under an invisible blanket trapped in a world unknown to others, no one could see me, but i could see them. I saw there flaws and only their flaws, because no one is perfect. I felt alone, I felt like there was no reason to actual live in a world that oviously i wasnt ment to live on and be happy at the same time. So dispite my best try i didnt have the heart to leave this world, didnt have the heart to leave my life behind, then i met the perfect boy. He was so perfect, which ment he wouldnt last, and then sure enough in a blink in a eye, he went into the sky leaving me behind. But what he left behind for me was something that i could not ever replace, a new sense of purpose, a new reason to contiune to life after he died and her name is Alonna and to me she is the only thing that gets me up in the morning, because without her i would just be once again, the living dead girl. Ellen Hopkins gave me the hope that my life will end up in a good place, i just have to never give up on my self even when the going gets rough and i feel like there nothing to life for i just have remember i still have her and Alonna.
Ellen, I have read every single One of ur youg adult books and loved everyone of them! I read ur last book perfect in one day and in the end I cried not only at the ending but reading your authors note made me realize I myself have strived for perfection and have let down people I love because of my own insecurities but I’ve realized the one ive loved the most, my best friend in the world has loved all along through all my falls and I thank you and all the hard work u put into your books for helping me realize it. I hope to one day meet u and tell u in person my own story. Keeping writing, Joy
i have been reading ellen hopkins books since the 7th grade, and now in the 11th grade, i have probably read her books several times each. all of the ‘characters’ in the book are so relatable and sometimes, i find tidbits of myself in each one. i love them, and please, never stop writing them !!!!!
Your books have reall inspired me to start writing some more. I write a lot of poetry. Your works have made me look deep inside, make me question who I am. I know that sounds like a bad thing. But recently I have been doing a lot of unhealthy things. But the books have made me relook how it has been affecting myself, and others. Thanks for being such an inspiration. Keep up the good work. I am looking forward to more.
From a person who is currently in the depths of their own addiction… your book made me cry because I’ve seen that story or a similar one many times before with my own friends and family. But it also encouraged me to make an effort to make the decision’s that I’ve been fighting off for too long… to actually make a real attempt at staying clean rather than living an illusion by relying on drugs to get by. The truth in your writing is painfully real, and I think I needed to feel that pain in order to get a grip of myself.
I first read Crank soon after it had come out and as soon as I found this book I was in love. I own every book that you have written and I love each and every one of them. I am always so sad when I reach that final page because I never want the story to end. I want to know more and more about these peoples lives. You’re stories reach me at a personal level because I have been surrounded by many of these same type of problems in my life. I can not wait for Collateral to come out in the fall of 2012. I wish it was coming out sooner because I really just wanna sit down with your book in my hand and read for hours. You are my favorite author by far.
Ever since middle school, when i first read Crank, i’ve been in love with the books you publish, as well as the messages in them. I was a very troubled and still to this say struggle with my depression. But these books have proven to me that there is hope of happiness, even if it doesn’t seem possible. Whenever i find out there is a new book out, i always get to the bookstore as soon as i can to read it! You are truly an inspiration to readers everywhere and i hope you continue to write books for young adults as well as adults.
i love every single book. i’ve never been a big reader. ever. but my best friend pretty much made me read her books. my first one to read was Identical. and i was hooked from then on.
I JUST WANT TO SAY THAT I THINK THEY SHOULD BE MADE IN TO A MOVIE.
Burned would be a great start. and then have a Crank Saga. <3 i can see this working.
for real.
I love your books! They’re AMAZING!! I’ve been through a lot in my life at a young age and reading these books has in a weird way been a help for me and inspiration. As weird as it may sound, books that follow the genre that your’s do really get to me. In a way they helped me see that I can heal from my past and move on to become a stronger better woman. Can’t wait to see what you come out with next
Well let me start off by saying that I love your books. I can relate to them in one way or another considering I was pregnant at fifteen, I’ve been in and out of mental hospitals until I turned seventeen for cutting,poping pills, and three different personality disorders, watching family kill theirselves with drugs, being sold so some one could make it, and giving my self to some one I hate, and my sister dieing. I don’t want people to feel sorry for me cause life does get better and there is always tomorrow believe it or not. Your books have changed my life in so many ways and you will never know how much that means to me. Thank you so much! Megan 20 Texas
Thank you for your all your books. They all in some way have touched my life. I have followed your books and I am in love with them. You are my favorite writer because you do not hold back and you write what most people don’t like to. Thank you again.
I hope one day I can meet you and tell you this in person.
Ellen Hopkins is not only an amazing writer to me but one thing that I love most about the way she writes and her books is the fact that my 16 yr old sister will read her books. We found out my sister had brain cancer at the age of 13 and she went threw alot of treatments and hard times. Noone could get her to do anything that had to do with school let alone reading. I bet her 5 dollars she couldnt read 10 pages in Impluse (knowing she would probably fall in love with them) well she didnt just read the 10 but she read the whole book and then started reading crank! It makes her feel so good about herself. These books have really changed her life. She loves to read them, and it helps keep her mind going! I just want to truly say thank you from the bottom of my heart for writing your books. I love them as well. I own everyone. Everytime a new one comes out I drive 60 miles to get it as soon as the store opens i call so they hold on for me! I wish you did book signings in Ohio where I live or In Ga where my sister lives. She says all the time how she wishes she could have you sign one of the 3 books she now has because she was sick of reading mine and wanted to start collecting her own! So thank you Ms. Hopkins! KEEP WRITING! you change lives and the view of reading. God bless you and your family!
I love your books so much. It helped me overcome some of my struggles and I related to a lot. It’s like a self help book to me. I just want to say thank you for being such an amazing writer. I’ve bought like everything Ellen Hopkins in the past 3 years that I have been a fan. I know most authors love to leave the story hanging and have the readers guess and all that good stuff, but I do wish that you would have written a part to Autumn (because she is my favorite character) to say if she’s pregnant or not and if Bryce and her get back together. Plus if she ever see’s Micah again.
Ok so what happens to kristina does what happend to her and trey after jail get mentioned in fallout? It’s killing me but I dont want to read it if it doesnt explain what happend to her and trey and the baby after jail.
It doesn’t day until half way through the story. Fall out is the story of his three kids. It truly is woth reading I promise.
I have read all of Ellen’s books, with the exception of “Triangles,” which will be next
They have helped me through so much and I have NEVER read anything like them. I have a whole shelf on my bookcase dedicated to her. These books are so surreal, and something about them has changed me inside. Thanks to Ellen, I feel as if I’m not alone, and I remember everything will be okay every time I pick up one of her books. The way they’re written is incredible and overall, Ellen Hopkins is my favorite author. Thank you so much Ellen for being there for me and helping me through some really hard times<3
I have met you before at a Teen Book Festival a few years ago in Rochester, Ny and you signed a few of my books. You are an amazing inspiration and I am planning on naming my children after at least one of your characters. I read Impulse when I was pretty young and now im 16 and I cant stop re-reading it. Your books are the deffinition of perfection. you put real-life expierience and facts in them and don’t sugar-coat anything…I love that, teens need a bit of a rude awakening to what they are doing to their bodies and brains and lives. Impulse also helped me through my time of extreme depression when I started cutting a lot and was thinking about suicide. After I read Impulse I realized that even if you’re feeling like your life is in the deepest part of hell, there is hope. and there is always someone out there who cares about you and wants to help you. you have touched the lives of thousands of individuals and we love you for it. never stop writing!! I hope to see you at another teen book festival so you can sign the rest of my books in my collection(:
I have read all your books!! <3 I just love them!! I have just finished Perfect last night!! I can't wait for more!!
Dear Ellen,
First, thank you so much for sharing your amazing talents. Your books speak to every teen out there. Perfect has had the greatest impact on my life. I have always been a heavyset girl and struggled with self confidence and self acceptance. After rading Perfect, I feel much more comfortable with who I am and what size I am. Thank you so much for inspiring me to accept myself as I am and not worry about what others see. ,I definitly intend to share my copy of Perfect with my friends so they can discover its powerful message.
Sincerly,
Megan
Since the day I knew how to read, I’ve been reading. In first and second grade my reading level was equal to that of a fifth or sixth grader. But once I had gotten to high school, I couldn’t ever find the time to read with all the hustle and bustle. I remember the first time I’d read one of these books and I couldn’t believe that I hadn’t read them. They are the only books that I’ve really felt any sort of connection with since I started high school. I just finished Crank, Glass, Burned (all for the second times) and Fallout. I’m currently working on an English assignment on Fallout and working on reading Impulse for the second time. Ellen Hopkins: You are truly one of the most inspiring, vivid and amazing authors that I have had the opportunity to read in my short lifetime.
The first book I picked up was burned, at first I thought it was a book of poems. The text was scattered all over the place and sometimes they made shapes. I was taken by the story, I never wanted to put it down. The moment I reached down to the last 10 pages I never wanted it to stop, I wanted to keep reading! Thank you so much, this book was more than just a good read, it changed me and I have bought every book that has come out since. Thank you for helping me.
The first book I picked up was burned, at first I thought it was a book of poems. The text was scattered all over the place and sometimes they made shapes. I was taken by the story, I never wanted to put it down. The moment I reached down to the last 10 pages I never wanted it to stop, I wanted to keep reading! Thank you so much, this book was more than just a good read, it changed me and I have bought every book that has come out since. Thank you for helping me.
I LOVE your books, I came across them from a friend of mine who had one of them. I borrowed it and started reading and instantly became addicted. I just couldn’t put it down until i got to the very end. This book was FALLOUT. When i discovered you had more novels, i started hunting them down in book stores, online etc. Found out you had novels. Slowly one by one i started collecting and reading. So far i only need three more. Originally i thought i only needed 2 more but it seems there’s a new appearance of another novel you have called “Perfect”. Once again im on the hunt :p Your books inspire me and also touch my heart in many ways, I’m very thankful and proud to have discovered these. I hope eventually i will be able to have them all and then re-read every one of them over again because they are THAT good. I haven’t gone through novels this good since “HOUSE” So thank you for creating these novels.
I love these books. they really make you think. My favorite is Burned, i fell in love with the guy from it(i forgot his name its been a long time sense i have read it ) i wanted to die at the end of burned when he and pattyns baby died. Perfect was also one of my favorites. It really makes you think and really sends a great positive message. one of my best friends struggles with balemia(i didnt spell that right) and i want her to read it in hopes that it might help her with her recovery. thank you Ellen Hopkins for changing the way i think in as good way everytime i pick up one of your books.
I also loved the guy his name was Ethan
Ellen Hopkins wow is all i can say i read your books and they just draw me in i love all of the ones i have read so far currently i am reading Identical and its amazing i have already read Crank Glass and Burned and i loved all of them you are my favorite author i love how in detail you are in these books and you and your books have gotten me through so much and i would just like to thank you for putting these books out there
Ellen Hopkins books have gotten me through some really tough times. I feel in love with her books 4 years ago and have been head over heels ever since. She made me understand that I am fine the way i am and not to listen to those who say otherwise. People like her make me want to write books that will effect someones life too.
I would just like to say that you are an inspirational person. I cannot express to you just how much I love your books. Every single one of them that I have read, I love. Actually, I own all of them except Burned, but that’s only because I can’t seem to find it anywhere. I honestly can’t pick a favorite simply because they are all just so amazing. My family is filled with addicts. Alcoholism (I don’t know if that’s the right term for being an alcoholic) runs in my family on both my mother’s and my father’s side, which really scares me. My mother has quit her addiction, and has had very few slip ups. My father on the other hand still is a heavey drinker. There are other drugs that have a tight hold of some of my family members, but because of your books, I will never touch them. I guess you could say that you saved me? I hope you continue to write, because your books are my adiction <3
Just so you know, you can order burned at walmart .com and have it shipped to the nearest one to you for you, that’s how i did it because I wanted it really bad(:
I ment to say- Shipped to the nearest one to you for free(: just so you know(:
I’m 17 and never really thought much of reading your books or any matter of fact my 14 year old sister introduced me to burned and i absolutely fell in love with it i just couldn’t stop reading it was like a poison i cant get enough of i cried towards the end it was i…..i just relate to that certain thing thank you so very much i hope you come out with more
sincerely,
clayton
Ellen I was wandering around walmart one nite and bought the book glas not knowing that there was any order to the books. I read it in less then 24 hours. I absolutely loved it. Gotta be one of the best books I’ve ever read. Please email me and let me know the order that all of your books go please. Ive been wanting to buy the whole set but don’t know all of the titles.
i love you book tricks i know it is way out of order but that book is why i stared reading all of your books i finished tricks in 1 week ……. i bought perfect the other day i am thinking about guying the whole series (: i absolutely love your work i hope you never stop <3 you ellen(:
The first book of Ellen’s that I ever read was Impulse, and from there I was hooked on her books. I’ve never read a book that I felt so connected to, and the companion, Perfect, really hit home too. These books helped me realize, that I’m not the only one facing problems, that other people wrestle with demons too, demons that are hard to control. I can’t say that I don’t think about cutting a lot, and I still skip meals all the time, but I’m less ashamed to admit it. I really can’t thank you enough for writing about something that impacts more teens than people want to realize. For anyone who has problems like those described in Ellen’s books, here is a great organization that has also helped me; http://www.twloha.com/
i never would have thought i’d be the person to read your books. i’ve seen many of my friends read them. after one of my ex’s read one of your books and told me how it made him think about his life i decided to give it a try. i first read burnded and istently fell in love. i read it twice before moving on to another one. i am currently in the middle of crank. and hope to read to other ones soon. your books so far have inspired me in ways i never thought were possible. i’m glad you right these books for teens. it feels like you understand us and problems many of us are left to face and deal with. mainly on our own. thnk you<3
I’ve read all your books and they are seriously addicting. They make me realize what I should and shouldn’t be doing. My personal favorite young adult book of your’s is Crank, it’s so good and has such detail. Melted butter, i love you xoxo
I love everything about your writing! I’ve read all your books twice or more! i cant wait till your new book tilt comes out.
Probably your biggest fan. Kylee.
Keep up all the great writing, i admire you.
Also i would love love love love love to show you a really intense poem I’ve written.
You and you’re writing are beautiful.
You inspire me, and have helped me through hard times.
Thank you<3
Ellen Hopkisn’s books have shown me theat no matter what happens no matter how strong you think you are a drug addiction will always get the better of you. You might think that you can be stronger than the addiction, but yet you really can’t be better than them. It comes to show that when you begin an addicion and you don’t try to stop the addiction you can basically ruin your life if you don’t stop doing what you are doing and keep doing it. You always need to try and stop the addiction before it begins to get in your way of living the life you want to live.
i almost read all her books the one thing that upseted me is that it did not tell if autumn was peregant was she?and did summer get sent back to her foster care and did trey and kirstina git back together? and was kyle ok from the car reck when he got into the hosptiale
I’m pretty sure those answers were implied (Autumn probably was pregnant because wasnt she talking about how she hadnt had her period for a long time? im not too sure about summer though… in the newspaper clipping at the end it said how trey and kristina were together. im pretty sure i remember her saying kyle was fine and would go back to his dad). But overall i think she left it an ending like that so all the readers could interpret what they wanted.
dear ellen,
you should make movies bout crank glass and fallout
i love your books they are very good
I read Crank because my friend recommended it. Out of all the books I’ve read in my 17 years of life, I can proudly say that your books are in my favorites list. I don’t have favorites for ANYTHING. Your books are that amazing. I read most of crank in less than 12 hours, so I was immobilized for that short period of my life. I have yet to read Glass and Fallout, but I will get to them. I have read Identical, and even though it was my 2nd Ellen Hopkins book, it is my favorite because of the twist at the end. Kaleigh and Reanne surprised the hell out of me and my brother was shocked when I told him about it. It took me 8 hours to read it, not including the few pages I had read a few days prior to my free day.
I felt like punching the shit out of Kaleigh’s dad and I wanted to slap her mom for neglecting her daughters. I read Perfect in my winter break and it was just so amazing. I was aware of everything I ate thanks to Kendra and now I want to count the calories in every food that comes into my mouth. If she thinks Jenna’s size 8 is having some pounds, I’m very happy with the way I am. Size 7 isn’t that bad. Then, Connor is pulled into the whole ‘perfection’ atmosphere. From what I know Connor was perfect until he tried to kill himself, so then he wasn’t as perfect anymore. I was very angry with his mom because of the letter she sent him. Really, Mrs. Sykes? But I have to understand that she, as a mother, wanted the best for her son. I know my mom would try to cheer me up that way, but then again, I’m not Connor. I love the realism of the books. They reach out to me and I felt like I was the characters in the book (female characters). I felt like I was Kristina, getting high when I was really just reading the description. I felt like Reanne, getting upset and breaking the rules when I was just taking in her actions through the text. I kinda felt like Kendra: self-conscious of what she ate. Mrs. Hopkins, you have done a wonderful, magnificent job with your books. Thank you for letting us know the damage drugs can cause, the trauma of abuse, and reminding us that we are perfect no matter what. 
Amen
<3 Although, I'm not 17, I'm 14!
Ellen Hopkins, You are by far my most favorite author. You should publish more books contributing to Kristina’s story or something similar. I recently just finished Fallout and I would love to read more about the children’s lives, such as if Autumn was pregnant and what happens?
Omg I love your books……I’ve hated reading my whole life and now I’ve finally found an author I like!! I can’t put ur books down I’m reading glass right now and getting reading to read fallout!!! I LOVE YOUR BOOKS!!! Thank you so much I finally like reading. I’d not know what I’m gonna do when I finish all of them???
So in love with Identical. It’s creepy that “Kaeleigh” is the twin’s name…because that’s my name, kind of (spelled a little differently, more a mix of my nick name and my real name). In any event, the way that that kind of sexual abuse is described…it breaks my heart but it is so true…so real. I have experienced so many of the problems faced in this book that it was actually really hard for me to get through. The main thing that kept me from breaking down at the end was that the ending was not nearly as depressing as Burned and Crank. I would have lost it if Kaeleigh had to suffer through any more heartbreak. Is that ego?
I am empowered through these books. Thank you.
Everyone i need some book titles of maybe some good books you’ve read that i could get issued to my school library, and the teacher is oletting me choose them, so help? Please
I love all of your YA books. They all have the power to reach out and touch everyone who reads them, and can make the readers open their eyes to the problems that pretty much everyone faces sometime or other in their lives. I love how the books are written in verse, it gives your books a more “creative” feel I guess. I would like to say thank you, also, for your books. They have opened my eyes to the world, and I know that if I ever go through the troubles that any of the characters in your books have, I know I will not be alone.
I love your poems! I am a big fan! My first book I read was Impulse. It really spoke to me. I really find Tricks to be interesting also. Please keep writing!
I just wanted to share with everyone and also on behalf of Ellen Hopkins herself, that your writing really knows how to suck me right in. Though I’ve never had problems with drugs or any other addictions, I’ve always been the person to be there to pick up everyone and try to help those in need. Thats why I feel like I could understand some of them and also with Identical, my brother and I seem to have similar problems (not so deep), but with attention. When diagnosed with epilepsy at 19 years old, I could barely see or even move most of the time but those books were one of the only things that helped me feel like I could get stronger and pull myself out of some of the things that were holding me back (like reading or seeing clearly). I’m so thankful for someone who has deep and yet realistic and lifelike situations to tell. Please don’t stop writing!
I would like to thank you for showing me I’m perfect the way I am that love is important and that my family is always going to be there. Thanks for showing me my life is really good & easy compared to others. Thank you ellen for inspiring me to go after what I want in life <3
I seriously love your books! I’m in the process of reading “Perfect” I’m on page 300 it has only taken me 2 hours! I can barely put it down! I have read Crank as well! The first I read of your books! I’m looking forward to reading and owning all of them!(:
i love your books, they speak to me in soo many ways!
when i first read the book crank i was hooked i read one book almost every day and they would be finished that night. your writing is so amazing you really know how to hook the reader. i now know to never make the mistake of drugs. they speak in so may ways. i have dealt with one of the i susses and it helped me get over it. every time i go in a book store i always ask about new Ellen Hopkins books. keep writing !!!
<3
Ellen Hopkins is the only author i can actually sit down and read one of her books and not get bored with it or set it down. All the books i have read of hers i have finished within 3 days because they are so addicting. i have read Crank, Glass, Fallout, Burned, Identicle, and Impulse. im reading Tricks now and LOVE IT!!! i relate things in my life to those in her books. She is great at relating these people to teens now a day. so many teens struggle with finding themselfs and with abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, substance abuse, attempted suicide, and gambling. I have had a few of these things happen to me and her books help me know im not alone. Thank you Mrs. Hopkins for helping me through things without even knowing! i love you!! ♥
Hi. I’m Emmy, im 13 years old and these books have made an impacted on me because my friend Killed him self because he was A homosexual and Your books have made me understand.
thank you
I have been searching and searching for Tricks, I love all your other books and each one was soooooo hard to put down. I’m a little disappointed that I’ve read through them so fast, because now I dont have anymore of your books to read):
Ellen,
Your books are honestly amazing. I remember the very first one I ever read was BURNED. I was hooked from then on. When I was in high school, I got picked on a lot. (sounds lame, I know). Your books helped me get through each and everyday. They made me love reading and I took refuge in the library haha. I am now a sophomore in college & still enjoy re-reading your books and new ones as well. Keep up your inspiring work!
Sincerely,
A touched reader.
The Ellen Hopkins series became an important part in my life because of the way she writes and how real the things she writes about are. I think that these books mean more to me than any other thing in this world. I would not be the person I am toda without reading all of her stories about how many teenagers have it worse than I do or any of my friends do, and most of all it touched my heart seeing that even though some peoples life are terrible and hard to live, they are still able to get by in their life. This artifact became important in my life in the beginning of 6th grade when some parts of my life started going downhill. Her books got me through so many hard times, and kept me pushing without thinking of other ways to deal with the problems in my life. You have forever changed me as an individual. Thank you..
All of Ellen Hopkins books have became a huge part of my life when i turned 14. When i turned 14 my Dad had a new wife and is a you know what. A week after my birthday i found meth in our house. I didn’t tell anybody because i was to scared. Then i found the book crank, after reading the first 50 pages i went to go tell my step mom that i found her meth. When i did i got slapped in the face and got called names i don’t wanna repeat. My dad was out of town when all this happened. Everytime it was just me home and her she would end up beating me it got so bad that my friends were getting worried. Seeing what meth does to people is crazy. I don’t think meth should be out in the world. I read her books because i know what its like to have mom who passed away then having a crazy step mom take over. When i read her books it makes me feel sad because people are living a life that could be better for them. Her books give me a reason to be happy. Because no matter what your past is or who your mom dad or step
mom is, Its your life,YOU CAN BECOME ANYTHING OR ANYONE YOU WANNA BE!
I just want to say that I love your books and have read every one of them two or three times. I know you probably hear this a lot, but I just wanted to say it!
Thanks so much for all your amazing, thought provoking books. Please keep writing them!!!
May I just start by saying that 2 years ago I would never see myself so in love with a book. my friend introduced me to “Crank” and at first i thought, “I could never be concentrated enough to read a book.” That book proved me wrong. I have read each of your books numerous times and they still are amazing! I own all of you’re young adult books and I can’t put them down when I start reading them. I would have to say that “Burned” is without a doubt my favorite book, not only because it was so entirely relateable, but I actually felt like I was in Pattyn’s shoes. Being so hurt by a boy from my past, I had no hope in believing in love again. I am so lucky to have found someone whom i can honestly say “I love you” and we are as serious as Ethan and Pattyn were (even the college distance, still strong ♥). No matter the age, I believe that a teenager can believe in love. Within each of your books I had found several things that I could relate to which makes me so immersed in reading. I can honestly say that you’re my inspiration to read and write. The love in your books is so strong, I even find myself crying everytime I read “Burned.” Like I said, I could never see myself reading and actually liking it. I can’t stress this enough but thank you so much for helping teens and the awareness of drugs, trust and love. Also, thank you so so much for teaching me that no matter the situations that someone may face, there’s always something possitive that comes from it. Please continue writting:)! – Alli.
When I first heard about your books, I wasn’t too sure if they would be for me. One of my friends had been reading your book “Crank: after she had read “Go Ask Alice’ and was telling me about and trying to get me to read it. I don’t read very often so I kept saying no, but when I finally started reading Crank, I could not put it down. It was so suspenseful and I just had to keep reading to find out what was going to happen next. It took me 6 hours, from to start to end, to finish it. It was such an excellent book that I immediately had to read the next part, “Glass”.
It gave me a lot of insight on addiction and how it can affect people’s lives once they start using drugs.
I could say sooo much more but I’m not going to because this would end up being way longer then it should be.
Ellen your books are amazing and I hope you keep writing new books the way you are because there is no doubt that these books are helping people understand what happens when someone they know falls down the wrong path.
You’re an amazing writer and I love your books!
Well, I red Crank in 2009 an i though it was a really amazing book and this year 2012 my German teacher (My freshman year) has Glass and now im reading Fallout I got tricks for x-mas
I really like Ellen’s books because its something that takes my problems way! I hope i get more of her books in the future!
When I was young my parents did drugs. The monster was huge in my life. They always fought over money, drugs, and simple things. I remember seeing them in the worst states, being eaten by the monster. They abused us and I saw many times as my brother was mercilessly beat. Even from a young age I hated myself, blamed myself for what they did. I even tried to kill myself multiple times. My mom eventually went through rehab when I was 10 and divorced my dad. I thought that I was worthless, that nothing mattered anymore because everything was my fault. I hated my parents more though for what they put my whole family through. All my life I have promised myself I will NOT follow my parents footsteps. Everyone always told me that no matter how hard I tried though, my parents history and my history would catch up with me. Pulling me to the monster. As I read Ellen Hopkin’s books… I got to see it from the view of someone who loves the monster. It made me positive I never wanted to be like that. Fallout was the biggest impact on me because I would compare myself to Donald. I didn’t understand much in life… but I understood something was wrong. And I isolated myself for that. Now I know that is not the way to live because of other people’s mistakes. Thank you Ellen. <3
-Kyii
I understand where your coming from. My dad dstill does drugs till this day. my mom and him flight all the time. I awlays think it is my though so I tryed alot to kill myself. I feel like Elle’s book can take my problems away.
When my parents were young they did drugs an when my friends tod e about crank it made e wanna read it so I got it an read it, an realized that tey really aren’t all that cool even hen people think they are an I thank you ellen for helping me realize that!!!
Ellen,
You are one of my favorite writers. The way you captivate me with your choice of words is poetic, an art form in itself. Not to mention the topics you choose to write about. The first book of yours I read was “Tricks” and from then on, I was addicted. (Maybe not best choice of word?)
After reading your “Crank” trilogy it forced to me to realize my own problems with addiction in the past and inspired me to write a post on my blog, “Since No One Else Is Talking About It” at http://www.arielleliani.wordpress.com. I am sure you get emails like this every day but I would love if you could take a gander at it.
One day I hope I am as courageous as you, and write about my own story. The way you captivated me with your honesty and rawness was incredible. I can’t even imagine how many people you have affected with your writing… especially how it’s written in verse, with your words of choice, assonance, etc.
If there were more people like you, this world would undoubtedly be a better place.
Thank you for impacting my life, as well as so many others.
A.S.
Wow.
Pages into Glass I was sick to my stomach. My mind was spinning, my soul crying like I’d gone back to 1996. I never could explain addiction until now. I just hand them this book.
To be completely honest, i love your books! When i was in 7th grade my friend was reading crank and she gave it to me to read, i’m not very fond of reading books becasue i’m not that tyoe of person, i got about halfway through it and loved it but then she needed it back so i gave it back to her. I’m now in 10th grade and i was in the library one day and I saw your book crank, so i checked it out. i read it in one day! after i finished that one i begged my mom to get me more of your books on my new kindle.. i finished Glass in one day and then i read Fallout and finshed it in one day… I have finished the Crank series and now i am going to read your other books.. currently i am reading burned and i love it…. You have changed me in so many ways, and i thank you for that… I have gotten so many people to read your books and they are falling in love with them, just like i did. Your an amazing author!! I love you
I cried on and off throughout reading your books. I am thirteen years old and am recovering from anorexia with I’ve had for a year, and major depression science i was eight years old. During that time I have cut myself on and off and even taken a few random pills every now and then. I always felt completely alone, but now, because of Ellen Hopkins I realize that maybe I’m not. Thank you for everything.
The day after I was diagnosed with an eating disorder i picked up my first Ellen Hopkins book: Perfect. I read the back (the poem: Perfect?) and began to cry in the bookstore. Then I bought it. And I cried through out the entire book (and even more so during Kendra’s parts). Thank you thank you!!!
What happens to Kristina in Glass? At the end, nothing really happens! She just finds out shes pregnant, again, & in jail. I WANNA KNOW MORE! (: loooooooooooooove your books, btw.
Your books are simply amazing. When I read them, it feels like I’m taking a peek into these people’s lives, minds and hearts. You’re amazing with your work, and I’m constantly looking forward to reading your latest books. So far, I’ve read Crank and Glass, and almost at the end of Impulse. Each one is equally amazing.
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These books are really good. ellen hopkins should keep writing books this good. like i ddint know what kinds aof book i was into unti li read cran,glass etc. so yes ellen hopkins wel ldone i would have to say so myself from a girls perspective. i am dealing with depression like i love this kid and he doesnt love me and i realy dont know how to deal with it anymore im going crazy and my outletts are music and books and these books help alot. but that s not the only reason for my depression lots of it really is my boyfriend and my mom. but yea. reply if any comments.
I just wanted to thank you for writing these books. I own the entire series, and am anxiously waiting for you to come out with another book. I picked up Crank for the first time in 2010 after I began my path to drug addiction. Although I did not stop using drugs immediately, my eyes were opened. Everything Kristina was going through I felt like it was a mirror to my own life and how I felt everyday. I took me up until the last few months with my continuous battle with drugs to finally get some perspective and quit. I am happy to say that drugs no longer influence me, but it is still something I struggle with to stay clean. Drug addiction is something I will have to fight for the rest of my life. I continue to read your books when I feel down and wanting to use again. I have read each book from Crank to Perfect at least 4 times each! I hope you will come out with a new one soon!
Thank you for the inspiration and the best books I have ever read!
I love you Hopkins! U have amazing poetry and can fit the right words into any subject line! I can’t wait for you to start the newest book, after Perfect! Or, at least, I hope ur making one!
I love you books. Your books are the only ones that bring me to tears no matter how many times I’ve read them before it’s like I’m reading for the very first time again. I fall in love with all the characters again <3
I really can’t wait for Tilt. I am very confused because some people say it is a companion and others say it is a sequel? Do you have to read Triangles to understand Tilt? And when is the cover coming out?
I really love all your books, I’m current reading Fallout .. But I wanted to look for an audio book on it.. I was wondering if you have one out yet.. I’ve found ones for all your other books and your newest Perfect, so let me know if u have one. I would sure appreciate it (:
You are my favorite author! I hope you come out with a new book soon(: I’ve read every book by you.
Ellen I just finished your newest book perfect and it scares me how much it looks like my life. from people trying to find there selfs to being raped to backstabbing “friends” but I want you to know you inspire me to help others. When I read your books it get to into them and I feel like I am one of the people in the stories. I just want to say thank you so much for everything
Impulse and Perfect are two of the most heart-wrenching, meaningful, most inspiring books i have ever read. your characters are real and people out there can relate to them. in reality, there are no fairytale endings, but we have to do our best to keep going and hang on to what we have left.
I’ve read all of the young adult books. I loved each one in a different way. But the one I connected with most, had to be Impulse. This is because as I learned more and more about Vanessa, I began to see myself in her.
I’ve always been afraid of my mother. And always knew that something more was wrong than she would let on. My father had once been in the military, and it made me feel like he isn’t there.
I’ve been struggling with self harm for almost 5 years now, and I still can’t seem to stop, or find someone to help me.
I just wanted to say that, Ellen has inspired me to become a better writer, and to get the help I know I need.
I Love your books you should really think about Crank becoming a movie. I JUST LOVE YOUR BOOKS…………..!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!…………………………. Continue Writing thats a really good gift of yours
I say all of your books become movies…. just to see how how they differ. I love all of your books.
I absolutely love all of your books.Ive read every single one of them at least five times. your amazing ,thank you for being an awesome writer & author!
I love your books. I’ve read almost all of them. I’m working on reading Perfect now, next is Triangles, and I still need to read Tricks and Burned. I actually the first one I read was Identical when my English teacher forced my class pick a book to read in class every. When I went to look for a book, the covers of Crank drew my attention, but when I walked over to that section of the library the cover of Identical really caught my eye. When I picked it up I was turned off at first by the fact that I looked like a book of poems and I’m not great at understanding poetry but it was highly recommended by the librarian so I took it home. I wont lie I took me a while to start reading it, but when I did I absolutely loved it. When I finished, I wanted more, so I went back to the library and picked up Crank, then later Glass, then Impulse, but that was all the books of your that my library carried. So I just decided I had to just get the books for myself. I’m still 5 books away form owning them all, but thankfully I have a job now and my paycheck will be able to help be complete my collection. It may be a bit obsessive but I’v never been so in love with reading in my life. <3
i can’t find Identical in any stores. Not even online. Where can i find it? I have all the series besides that one!
I just want to say that I’ve read crank twice now. Once in high school and again a couple years later. I’m looking forward to reading all of your other books as well. But Crank really touches me. Kristina’s whole story. I can’t help but think of my mother who passed away when I was 5. She too was a drug addict and had other problems as well. The reason she passed away was because she finally lost her battle against AIDS. Luckily, I was born without it and perfectly normal physcially and mentally, other than a slight case of aspergers, which we didn’t even know about until I was 19 so it’s really not that noticeable. And just like with Kristina’s son, I was adopted by my mother’s parents who cared for me since I was a newborn.
I have never enjoyed reading because I never found a book I could relate to or really get interested in, but you changed my whole outlook! I love each and everyone of your books Impulse is my absolute favorite I have read it over 7 times!!! Thank you so much for being such an amazing writer!!!!
The first book of yours I read was “Crank”. I fell in love with your writing style, and the way you can tell a story. I quickly read “Glass” and attended your showing up here in Washington. I bought “Fallout” then persued your other books. In so many ways I can relate to your characters. I’ve gone through phases like not feeling pretty enough, like I needed to be perfect. Times where I found a guy, and he turned out to be a dirt bag, and even now, someone who makes me feel insanely beautiful and like I can really make something of myself. Even Kendra, from “Perfect” inspired me, not to begin an eating disorder, but to steer clear away from it. Your characters inspire me in so many ways. I’m glad that you make them so relatable, because the times where it feels like I can’t talk to anyone, just simply reading a fictional persons life helps me with my own. Thank you so much!
Ellen,
I would love if you wrote sequels to Tricks, Impulse, Identical, and Burned. I would also love if you wrote another book in the Crank saga. ALL IN ALL YOU ARE ONE OF MY ALL TIME FAVORITE AUTHORS. From the very 1st time I picked up one of your books i’ve been in love. What makes your books so amazing aside from how they are so beautifully written in free form poetry, is the truth behind them. And how we as readers can relate. I hope you never stop writing, because you are truly one of the best
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I got Perfect and Tricks for my birthday and cannot wait to start reading them. You’re an absolutely amazing writer and I am utterly addicted to your work. Keep it up
Being the Daughter of an addict, I was always attracted to your books. They’d call to me and I’d sniff them out. You portray these issues in vivid detail, giving a full account of emotions and environment. You just know, and that makes it a little bit easier to swallow. In perfect, when Cara realizes she might not like boys, her character synchronized with mine on that topic. The emotions, the uncertainty, and the fear struck home. I knew who (what?) I was way before hand, but now I’m okay with it, I know I’m not a genetic anomaly. basically thanks for doing what you enjoy, because your putting a million smiles on millions of faces when they hear “Ellen Hopkins released another book.” Read all your books at least 3 times each. I lost count with Identical.
Your books really inspire me. The first day my high school librarian mentioned you as an author to me as an adventerous reader, I just couldn’t stop reading. I read Crank and Burned each in one day. Evertime I got the chance to go back to the library I’d ask my librarian if there were anymore books by you in. I’ve read all your books since then, they leave me speechless. It’s like a movie in my head when I read your books and they don’t just bore me like all other books do, sure you know how that goes. I just recently read Perfect and I absolutely LOVE that book!! You are very moving as an author and I hope that before I graduate in 2014 that you will come visit and talk to us high school students at Three Forks High School in Montana. Thank you for taking the moment and reading my short inspired thought about you as an author.
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
You taught me what true love is. Because of you I am out of my abusive relationship, and I have found a man who loves me for who I am. Thank you Ms. Hopkins, thank you for letting miracles happen.
Wow. The power of your literature is strong Ellen. Don’t stop writing.
A month ago I found out my boyfriend’s 12 year old sister is reading your books, Ellen. I don’t know if I should be thrilled or concerned. I love them, but I’m 15, almost 16. It’s comforting to me, because sometimes the lines in books like Fallout, Impulse, and Perfect explain what I feel inside, too. I am not alone. Thank you for bringing these stories to me.
But is she mature enough to read the content, at such an impressionable age?
Or could it be that these books will warn her of the dangerous she could face within the next few years?
Just wanted to share.
I am 12 and Ellen hopkins books are amazing i coulnt imagine living without them yes its fine a lot of my friends read them too. Dont be worried unless she is really soft like a 9 year old trapped in a 12 year olds body kind of soft.
I’m almost 14 and started reading them when I was 12. I don’t think the content is inappropriate, as long as she seems fairly mature for her age. I think it’s a good thing that she’s learning about the struggles that could happen if you make the wrong choices. I think it could very well help her in life. That’s just my opinion though.
I wish I could have wrote a personal letter to Ellen Hopkins but this will suffice, Well the first book I read of hers, was Burned. At the time, I was going through more or less the same thing as Pattyn Von Stratten. Her books put me into another realm when I read them which made things seem better, I pretty much would like to thank Ellen Hopkins for writing stories that I could relate to in more ways then others. The books were an escape from my sadness and to this day they still, let me escape even when I re read her books. I’ve read all of her books, except her newest Perfect. But all her books have some way touched my heart and made my life seem not so bad, because it could be worse. Thanks.
Honestly, and i hope Ellen Hopkins is reading this but she taught me how to Love to read. Other books dont compare to hers. I love reading about stories about real life situations. All though i have only read Crank and Perfect I am IN LOVE! please dont Stop writing books. In my opinion your books are So much better than the Twilight series! I am not a very good student but she makes me realize my life isnt as bad as i think. Thanks Ellen!
-your fan cheyenne
I love Ellen Hopkins’ books! I thank her for writing them so much, and for giving me ideas on how to write my own poetry. You’ve helped me vent when I was exploding. I wish you knew just how much I absolutely adore your stories. I am obsessed with your books! They’re absolutely perfect!
Hi Ellen. I love your books. I am 25 and have been fighting chronic instabilities I have and addictions. Your books make me feel not alone. A lot of my other user friends are having it very hard and worse than I have it. Drug use really makes you feel lonely and isolated. My parents are dead so it makes it hard. I am happy that your books have made people more compassionate towards drug users. Addiction is a disease not a moral failing.
i love ur books!!!! r u ever in GA?! my cousin n i would love to see the women behind these amazing books!
Ellen,
You inspire me as a writer. I love to read, and write. And I only hope I can be somewhere near as good as you are. The first book of yours I have ever read was Crank. Picked it up on one of my book-hunting trips at the library. Immediately fell in love. Impulse is one of my favorites. I just finished Perfect the other night, and almost cried at the end. My other big favorite of yours is Identical. When I first read it, the end was extremely shocking. I never saw it coming. Ive read all of your young-adult books. And I cant wait to get started on all of your other books. <3
I love all your books. I have read every one of your books. Well I’m finishin Tricks the last on I need to read. I can say that my favorite book is Perfect. I can say you are the most inspiring writer. I myself love to write.
i love ur book “impulse”!!! i have a question, are you going to make your books into movies? i would really appreciate if you reply.thank u for making such wonderful books!!!!:)
You changed my life. You probably could have written a book about my life. I’m only thirteen, and I already changed my life. But honestly, you’re books helped me. I’ve read all of them, in the past five months. If I never read them, I don’t know where I’d be today. You’re brilliant. How you can write with such emotion. How you can write everything so fluently. It’s almost as if there’s a movie playing in my head while reading your books. I love you and the books. They changed me.
I love your books! They have helped me out a lot. PLEASE DON’T STOP WRITING!!!(:
We have read your books and we absolutely adore them! we have read Crank and Glass, soon to be Fallout! Just wanted to let you know how much you inspire us.You can check it out here! Everyone can! please let us know, comment or follow, here: http://theunwantedanovel.blogspot.com/
February 4, 2012
Well where do I start? Ellen,
I would like to tell you a story.
For the past couple (maybe few), years, I have seen your books EVERYWHERE. I even picked one or two up a few times. But, you see…
The thing was… I did not understand the whole “poetry in a story thing”. I tried reading a book by a different author whom did the same kind of thing, but with that book, I didn’t feel connected with the characters, so I stopped reading it. With your books, I had picked a few up, looked at them a little, but still not understanding why everyone liked them so much. I had heard a few people talking about how they liked them so much… But I had no clue know why.
Until… last week on saturday, I went to the book store looking for a new book. Lately, I’ve been really interested in reading and learning about addictions and the affects they have (Go Ask Alice by Anonymous is a good one). I’m even kind of interested in having that be part of my career in the future somehow. Anyway, I came across your books, once again.
I read a little bit of one, I believe it was “Identical”. I was standing there thinking to my self, “Man… I just don’t understand what’s so great about these… I really wonder…” and then I made a deal with myself. If somebody could give me a reason WHY on earth they were so popular, I would read them.
And you know what happened right retreated to look at another book? These two women (middle aged) walked past me towards the books. Your books. One said to the other, “Have you read these books? Their written in free verse (like poetry), but their really good. The author, Ellen Hopkins, lives in Nevada and doesn’t have the best past, so she wrote a little about it. I’ve even met her and been to some of her readings, and its really great to hear her read some out loud. She writes about drug and sexual abuse. And its just really moving and deep.” And, well, as I recall that’s a summary of what she said. I’ve got to admit, the thing that got me most hooked was the part she said about drug abuse. Looking back now, I’m just amazed at how ironic that moment was. God truly has an interesting sense of humor.
After hearing them exchange comments about your books and after they moved on to a different shelf, I ventured back over to your books. I took “Crank” off the shelf and read what it was about. Then the dedication (which, by the way, I don’t even know what I should say about, I just, I can’t even begin to IMAGINE how that could feel having a daughter who got turned over to the monster. And her/your kid, the one at the end of “Crank”, well he’s just a year younger than me! I find that insane… But also, one of my best friend’s cousin has a SUPER addictive personality, and well, he got mixed up with the wrong crowd, wrong substances, and I guess he’s doing better now, but I know its still difficult for him and I know he can never truly let it go. Also, my dearest childhood friend whom I have not talked to or seen in ages is now 20 or 21 I believe, and I’ve heard from my mom that she’s gotten mixed in with drugs, and it breaks my heart. I looked up to her when I was younger, she was like my big sister I never had, she taught me about things no one else could, she defined who I’ve become today. And she’s lost now with the monster too. Aww man, now I’m about to cry just thinking about it..) So anyway, I thought, “Okay I’ll just go over to the kiddie corner and start reading and, well, if I like it, I might just get it, or read the whole book or something.”
And could you guess what happened? I immediately fell in love with “Crank”. I couldn’t tear my eyes from the book. But, alas, 221 pages (exactly) later, it was time to leave the book store. Without the book. So as soon as I got home, I put it on hold at the library. Today, the book arrived and I immediately rushed over to the library and, as I got it, I smiled, ran home and up to my room and 2 hours later, I finished it. Tomorrow I’ll turn it in.
I have put all of your books on hold and cannot wait for their arrival and to finish Kristina’s story. I have faith that all of them will be great.
Last thing I would like to say is, Thank You.
You have given me a new perspective, and a stronger reason to just say NO. NO NO NO.
I’ve always been strongly against drugs, but now, I’m even more against them. I hope and pray I will never have to get mixed in with all of that. I love you and appreciate you! Thank you for sharing a story so deep (and oh so very personal).
Truly yours,
Charlotte
I love these books. They have helped me understand the consequences of addiction. I hope to use this information for when I pursue my career as an Police Officer.
You are a amazing person Thank You.
Yours Truly,
Alexis
Your books inspire me to become a better person. I’ve even started writing my own material in hopes of one day becoming published like you. You are a great inspiration.
Ellen Hopkins, I own everyone of your books. Burned is my favorite book ever and makes me cry every time I read it. Your books have impacted my life in a big way. You write about the things others are afraid to. Your books show me that it’s okay to be myself, even if I do cut myself, I’m not a freak, I don’t have to be perfect, I just have to be myself. You’re a giant inspiration in my life. Thank you!
Ellen, I absolutly love your books. I own all of the Teen ones. I learned to love to read after I picked up Crank. I love every single one of them. Will you be writing another one?
Oh. My. Gosh. You are the most amazing writer. I hate reading but once I read crank, I haven’t been able to stop reading the rest of them. These books take me through a roller coaster. I feel like I’m the person in the stories. So amazing <3 I freaking love you. Thank you so much (:
Dear, all the people who read these amazing comments. Well ellen hopkins has a great impact on my every day life her books are absolutley amazing and i recommened that every teenager younger or older to read all her books. She can really realate to alot of teens and she isnt afraid to write about what other authors are afarid to write about. I love all of her books and they really reached out to me and made me realize just what teens go through and how hard every day pressures can really take a toll on our lives. As i began reading all of her books i grew more closer to her books and i better understood all the issuses alot of teens go through. If you havent heard of any of her books just ask a friend or look up her books for yourself then will you truly begin to understand her amazing books. Ellen h0pkins your an amazing writer and dont ever stop making amazing books<3
Ellen,
I’ve read 3 of your books already (Burned, Crank, and Glass) and I’m already hooked for life. Your writing speaks to me in ways I only thought my music could, I’ve never been a big reader but your riveting plots keep me coming back for more. I feel bare without one of your books in my hands now. I was so intrigued to find out what happened in each book that I read Burned in 2 days, Crank in 4 and Glass in less then a week. I’m starting Impulse (not Fallout, need to take a break from Kristina) and will most likely be done in 2-4 days tops. I’ve recommended your books to everyone I know and hope to get them as hooked as I am. Thanks for changing my life.
Ellen,
I can’t express in words how much I love your books. I love every single thing about them. The characters, the style of writing, even the layout of the text, everything. (speaking of layout, I LOVED how in “Perfect” the last word of one character was in the title of the next character. So clever/cool!) Anyway, I just wanted to tell you how much your books have impacted me. I don’t think I will ever find an author/series of books that I will like better then yours. Every time I finish one of your books I get sad because that means I have to wait for the next one.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!! You have such an amazing gift and talent and I hope you continue to use it and make more unbelievable books!
Take care,
Allison D.
I can’t thank you enough! You’re an inspiration to me on so many levels. Thanks to you i found one of my passions writing! All the books are so good they all deserve to be made into movies!!!
i can relate to so many topics so i just want to tell you thanks!
I am in love with every single book you have written. The first book I read was Crank and I was immediately sucked into it. I think I stayed in my room the entire day reading page after page. It’s like that with all of your books, there is so much emotion in every phrase and it encompasses me completely and I just can’t help but feel the way your characters do. I feel like they’re real people and I’m just a fly on the wall watching everything unfold. When each book ended, I just wanted more and more. I never want your books to end. I could type an entire novel telling you how incredible your work is, but I don’t want to overload your page. I’m counting the days until your next masterpiece is in my hands. Never stop writing!
I’ve struggled with an eating disorder for years, the danger never occurred to me until I read Perfect. I’m on the verge or recovery thanks to that wonderful book. Thank you Ellen Hopkins You are a such an inspirational writer and you work wonders.
I am such a huge fan and have a collection of all the books and read them multiple times =]
Amazed… I am 21 now, and began reading your books when I was 16. Crank was my first… I was rebellious and gave my family hell. But I loved to read. I’ve never been an addict but I’ve tried my fair share. I can honestly say I don’t understand or didn’t understand my own mothers addiction to dope, the monster crank pure heaven as its been described to me. I didn’t understand why she couldn’t, didn’t want to raise me. My dads parents took me. Raised me well. I have two sisters, two brothers, and a step brother all from my real parents now. Your books kind of explained to me what my own mothe probably felt and went thru. Besides the fact she didn’t have ANY family backing her. Thank you for these stories… And one small request? I would love a sequel to impulse… I read it while pregnant with my first child… It left me wanting more of that characters story. Please? Thank you again.
Hai(: I just wanna start off by saying i loove all of your books. I was just wondering more about “Kristina.” Do you talk to her? Is she clean now? Do her kids know her. I haven’t gotten that far in Fallout yet, but from what I’ve read they’re all split up. I was just wondering if you see any of them besides “Hunter?” I have so many questions. You’re books are just so intriguing. Thanks for writing them.
Ellen Hopkins,
Never knowing who you were before stepping into the Round Rock Opportunity Center, now four months later, I can tell anyone who ask almost everything about you and your books. I’ve read all but two (currently reading) of your young adult books and all of your adult books. You write with such great technique that it blows my mind because I never liked reading until I came across one of your books. Your storytelling brought me to real life things that actually happen, and it took me inside those situations and experiences.
Thank you for showing me a new world, inspiring me to read more.
Priscilla Rangel, 16
These books have made a huge impact on my live. I’ve read everybook, and I’ve never found anything wrong with any of them. I feel like somebody finally understood both sides of pain, and the things we did to cope with that. Grwoing up witha mom with depression, and then my own leading me down a bad path, when I read these books, I finally felt that I wasn’t alone. I can see why you took the risks writing these books the way you did. They’re all graphic and for that the world learns.
WOW!!! your books are so amazing and heart wrenching! I’ve read all but Tricks and Perfect! (going out to get them tomorrow! SO EXCITED!!!) I find every book so far able to relate to me in some way. The longest it’s taken me to read on of your books in 1 week since i get so caught up in the story. I always become attached to the characters and feel as if i’ve lost a friend when i finish each one. I hope you are writing new books because once I’m finished with Tricks and Perfect, I don’t know what i’ll do with myself!! BTW, My favorite book of yours is BY FAR Identical. The twist at the end left me stunned, saying “holy crap!” and “no way!” over and over for over half an hour! I am so in love with your books, it’s crazy!
Michelle Davies, 15
Your books have opened my eyes to what happens out there in the real world.
I love them and I can’t get enough!
I after book shopping, I always come home with one of yours. If I don’t I consider the day a fail.
Crank was the first I read, and I sat on the couch, unmoving until I devoured every word.
I couldn’t get enough! I’ve read everything but Tricks and Perfect, and I plan on getting them soon.
Thank you for your words. You keep me hanging in there.
i absolutely love ellen hopkins..she is my most favorite author, matter factly my only!
her books are so real and ugh i don’t even know how to describle them..mind raveling.
i love the format in which she writes her books and id love to own every single last book she writes and i plan on it one day. cant wait to read them all and her new “adult” books comin out will be just as good im sure! she is greatly adored!
Ellen, your books are pure amazement and they inspire me so much. I can never put your works down once I pick them up. I have loved every single one of them and will continuously read them no matter how many times I’ve read them. You have no idea how much you have changed my life and my outlook on it. Thank you so much, you couldn’t fathom my appreciation for you and your amazing writing ability. Love, Taylor. <3
I must say, many people say your books are too detailed, too disturbing and not appropriate. But I think you are an amazing writer. I love everything you stand for and hope you continue writing forever!!!!!!!
You got me when I first read Crank, then I was addicted to reading more books by you! I just finished Burned lastnight, and it was phenomenal, I feel like its real life when I read about other teenagers… we go through the same things, well some of there problems.
hi ellen im a huge fan of ur books. ive read crank, glass, fallout, impulse, and ur most recent book perfect. i loved them. impulse was the first i ever read and its really good. the character vanessa reminded me a little bit of me and my situations that im tryin to deal with. perfect was outstanding. it actually hit me about the whole ex relationships situation. it helps though. it makes me realize im not the only one that has had problems. im so relieved and so amazed by your novels.
from your fan, Kylie
I wanted to write you because everything you write somehow relates to me. Your book Impulse relates to me the most. It is an amazing book. I too have been a self harmer in the past and Vanessa is exactly how I feel in this world. You are by far my favorite author and I will continue reading every book you publish. Even if it is a teen book because I feel they can help adults too. I have always been a natural writer and you are who I look up to when It comes to writing styles. I love yours. It makes it easy to read and seem like less of chore. Thank you so much for writing how you do. Very inspirational.
Finished reading “Perfect” last week.
But still living it.
Ellen, Im pretty sure you wont ever read this, but if you do… I just want to let you know that your books and your writing have massively impacted my life. before I read Crank, I was an irresponsible teen who over abused drugs, and was out of control when it came to alcohol. when i started to read about how Bri first had drugs, it explained EXACTLY the first time I tried ( except for me it was in a Carls Jr, not bowling alley… ) Any way, i kept reading and reading about how alike my life was with Bri’s life. I felt as if it was a biography. By the end of the book, I was crying because of who the father was. Like Bri, I was practically raped, too…. but that was when i stopped. I quit snorting and lowered drinking to a minimum, Now Im back to being a straight A student, who has goals. Thank you Ellen, if it wasn’t for you writing Crank, and publishing it so teens like me could read it, I would still be doing drugs just as hard as I did before, that is if I would still be alive by now. Thank you so much.
Your books are truly amazing. I have never been so inspired. I do not like reading at all, but I am truly amazed by your books. I can never seem to put them down and just find myself lost in them. Thank you so much for writing such wonderful books. I don’t always want to read that happy ending, I want a truth. That is exactly what I received. Your words are so powerful.
I absolutely love the cover for Tilt!!!!!!!!! Aghhhhhh!!!!!!
I love the cover for Tilt!! I love all yf your books. Im reading Fallout right now!! It’s really good!!!!!!!
Every one of your books have spoken to me. It amazes me at how well you get inside the head of your characters and truly become them. Ever thought of doing a book solely on eating disorders?
I cannot wait for Tilt! Going to pre-order mine today!
Thank you,so much Mrs Hopkins.I can’t express that enough.Your books have helped me with several aspects of my silly teenage life.I know now there’s people who think these crazy thoughts that I think,and that I’M NOT ALONE.I can never thank you enough.THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!
I love your books. A few of them describe my life or have described a few situations in my life. I’m grateful to have your wonderful mind and books in the world! I love writing myself. My work I mostly do is poetry. I wish I could meet you one day.
Ellen, I love all of your books. They really have let me see a different side of things and help me to feel thankful for the life I have and change somethings I do with myself. Once I start reading them I can not stop and they are all I think about. I continuously wait for you to write more books so I can read them and I know that you will never disappoint. You are my favorite author and always will be. Thank you for sharing your talents with the world. I appreciate it.
I just wanted to say that theses books impact so much of my llife. they inspire me to suceed but only with my expectations. I love the books. thank you
Wow. That’s all I could think after I finished Perfect. This is your only story that I feel you left hope for at the end, besides Identical, which had an amazing twist, btw. All of your others had a sad ending, but with this novel..I don’t know something just clicked. The words in this book hit me like none of you other books ever had. You made me laugh, cry and smile, all at the same time. I don’t actually know how to put what I’m feeling into words right now. I’m speechless. Your writing is so beautiful and I love love love your style and your originality. This blew me away and I just want to thank you because after finishing the book (and crying a little) I stared at that book for a long time and smiled. Thank you for reminding me that’s its ok to fail sometimes and thank you for reminding me to just be myself and that my mirror cannot change me or tell me who to be. I didn’t realize it until I read this book, but I needed that book because it was the push, the motivation I needed just to remind me that I don’t have to be the best at everything. I thought I wasn’t good enough to fulfill my passion, your book reminded me that i’m going to pursue it. You gave me hope again. I can’t thank you enough because your books have made such an impact on my life and one day I aspire to have the guts to tell people what your telling people through your poetry. thank you!!!!
Reading your books has helped me out so much. They were recommended by a counselor of mine; she felt your novels would help me get out of the place I was in. Well in all honesty, I thought they wouldn’t be good at all, but I took the chance and fell in love with them. Your books have so much in them that my friends and myself can relate to so well, it’s as if you stepped into our lives and recorded it on paper. From the meth issues, all the way down to parenting problems as a teen. Since Crank, I have looked forward to every book that you write coming out, and i hope they never stop. I do want to say thank you because you have honestly changed the life of me and many of my friends. We love you forever Ms. Ellen!!!! Thank You!! <3
Thank you so much for writing the Crank series,It helped me stay drug free and helped me stop my friends from that world.
I really love you books. I have purchased and read all of them but I’m about to start perfect. I hope you come out with some new ones because they inspire everyone to get help or be the help for someone. Thank you for making my free time such a message. You’re an amazing writer. I’m so glad to be a fan!
Mrs.Hopkins,
I am sure that oyu have heard this a million times and then some. You are my favorite author out of any that I have ever had the pleasure of getting ot know through their work. I myself could never relate to any other author though I’ve tried. I have never felt so heard so seen by text as I have with yours. I myself was a cutter and am in the struggle of addiction and getting out of it. I had also experienced back breaking abuse growning up and god knows how many otherthings. I always thought that things in life were not worth fighting for. When I first read Crank when I was a freshman in high school I had many of the same issues that the charecters in that book were facing. It pained me to see it end. Your writing gave me a gift that no one could ever really give me. It gave me what I choose to major in college and it gave clearity in my mind and soul that I am not alone and there is someone even if only in text listened and cared enough to share even in spirit that they had listened.
Thank You So Much,
Kai C.
Dear Ellen Hopkins
Your stories tell the truth about a lot of teens lives in this world…. including mine. The story of Kristina/Bree…is a lot like mine. I don’t do drugs and never planned on it. But with her life and how she has grown from it is something people may never get out of or that they will never understand. It took me awhile to figure out what the monster is. It is something that make us make bad chooses…and think it’s okay,but it’s not. It takes over us to feel something. But there is more to life….more than pain….more than drugs…more than leading your life down a road you don’t want to go then trying to find your way out. You inspired me! Taught me to trust people and who I shouldn’t . Her books made me think how special life is…and that we only get one chance at it. We all want a happy life! and if it wasn’t for Ellen Hopkins…. I would still be depressed…and unhappy. But I found someone I can trust and care about. He will always be A big brother to me. (: Thank You Ellen Hopkins for giving me my happy life back!
Brea
Your books are so inspirational and so true. I finished reading “perfect” a couple of weeks ago and fell in love. There is a part of that book that reminds me of the way i used to be…it was in kendra’s section:
It Wasn’t Me
That’s what you said-
it wasn’t me who sent
you running, spinning
into someone else’s arms
No,
it had nothing to do with
me. So why do I think
if I had only been thin
as rays of dawning sun
it
all would have worked
out differently? Flawless,
you needed a girl without
imperfections and that
wasn’t
the troll who lives in
the room beyond
the looking glass. No,
your perfect girl wasn’t
me.
I am a HUGE book worm but after reading Ellen Hopkins books I have no desire to read anything else. These stories relate to either me or someone in my life and have helped me overcome many obstacles. I am so grateful that someone can capture words so beautifully and decide to share them with the world. I have read each of the books multiple times and they never get old.
THANK YOU ELLEN HOPKINS FOR BEING IN MY OPINION THE BEST AUTHOR OUT THERE.
Thank you.
I love your book they ate really inspirational.I will own all your books in a little bit.I would like to know if you are coming to Chicago someday?I would like to meet you,and I would like to know if “Impulse” had a playlist and of it does then I would like to know it,Thankyou
<3
I cant tell you how much I Thank You for writing these books they mean a lot to Me and my two friends Kenzie and Jaden they have helped us understand what some people could actually be going through and what they do to resolve it. Once again Thanks and Cant wait for the next book to come out!!(:
I really hope you can make a movie of crank,Glass and Fallout all together it would be more than incredible!! Or at least make a movie of any if your other books but I would really like Glass as a movie my 2 favorite books so far are Glass and Impulse ,let me confess something when I first brought Impulse it spent days in my bookshelf because I was too lazy to read it because I saw so many pages and it was the first book I had brought of you ,but once I read the first page I loved it n I kept reading it and I was capable of finish it in 2 days. Since then I love all your books and You were the fist author to make me read a book with so many pages.Haha well bye
P.S
Keep writing never give ur profession I really love u as an author
Dear Everyone( and Possibly Ellen Hopkins),
Before My friend introduced me to these Young Adult Series from The Crank Novels, I was the ‘airhead’ should you say. Everyone thought i was clueless and i didnt know what was going on with the world because nobody would tell me anything! I was shy and all this stuff kept happening. Once My friend showed me these books and i’ve started reading them, I wasn’t shy or an airhead anymore! These books opened up my eyes to the world that i’ve been asleep to all this time! It showed me how fragile the world and people are. How dangerous it is. How beautiful people can be.
Ever since this happened, My crush has been talking to me more, hugging me more, paying attention to me more. I really would like to thank you Ellen Hopkins. You’ve made the world better for me and my future.
T H A N K Y O U ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !
Aylee<3
I LOVE all the books ive read so far and read most of them more then once (: i cant wait for the second part of burned to come out! Burned is definitely one of my favorites but i love all of them (: Ellen Hopkins is my favorite author! <3
man, u good yo. you good at dis writing stuff
omg i love you books i hope you write more soon i own all your books well love ya!!!!!!!
Ellen, I hope you know that you are my inspiration. I am proud to say you are my favorite author. Your books make my heart beat a thousand times faster than normal, always wanting to find out more, dig deeper and cry when the ending final comes.
My major is English, and I write nearly every day. Your books touch me in so many ways, especially your newest one: Perfect. When I re-read your books, it encourages me to push myself further in my writings and hopefully one day I’ll earn my writers wings and sore into the publishing world.
I can’t wait for new books of yours to be born.
I absolutely love your books. I consider Impulse to be the best book I have ever read. It touched me in so many ways mostly because the characters were going through some of the same thoughts as I were. Thank you for making your books relatable and fun to read. Everyone in my class is hooked on them even my Language Arts teacher.
Ellen,
I am in LOVE with your books. I have read every single one of them and i just can’t get enough! I have recently just finished reading Perfect, and it was so heart pounding and exciting that i couldn’t put the book down. I hope you keep writing these books because they are pretty much the ONLY books i will sit down and read at anytime. You are doing such a magnificent job at writing and i ultimately love the way your poetry flows and how you layout your words. I cannot wait to buy your next book!
-Alexis
Thank You Ellen. Thank You for writing Impulse. Thank You for saving my life.
Your books make me sit on the edge of my seat, I can’t put the books down, Your books have made my life extremely different and they’ve changed me in ways I never thought were possible. Your books helped me to find myself and helped me through the struggles I’ve gone through in my life, without your books, I wouldn’t have made it through any of these obstacles and I wouldn’t know who I was. You taught me to do what it takes to get where I need to be, that drugs are a monster that can destroy even the most perfect lives. You taught me that being perfect isn’t about what everyone else sees you as, its about admitting to yourself who you are and accepting it. You helped to teach me that suicide is never the way out and like conner, it might be simple for us, but it tears apart the ones we love…Please, never stop writing.
Your books have changed my life, Thank you so much for that. Thank you for writing.
I wish you would come closer to Huntsville. I’ve been dying to meet you since I started reading your books. My aunt met you at a writer’s conference and mailed me a copy of one of your books that you signed- it was before fallout came out. The closest you’ll come is the carolinas but it would be awesome if you would come to Alabama.
Dear Ellen Hopkins, I have been reading your books since I can recall but ever since I read your first book Crank, I have been addicted. I have read all of your books including Perfect! I felt that Perfect reached out to me to most, since expectations can be overwhelming but my favorite book would have to be “Identical.” I loved the ending, I would have never figured!! Words cannot explain when I read the last few pages, I was in awe. Because of that I am taking AP Pyschology so that I may really understand the cognitive mind and people’s reactions to everyday life and things. Because of your inspiration I have decided to major in Psychology. Ever since reading “Identical” I have a desire to learn about multiple-personality disorder and other disorders as well. Thank you so much for your hard work, it has truly been an inspiration to me. Sincerely, Jessica R. (P.S. Please never stop writing!!! and I love you!)
I absolutely LOVE your books. I actually found a copy of Burned when I started 8th grade in my social studies desk. It must have been left over from last year. I started reading it and I became mesmerized with the storyline. My teacher said I could keep it, and It’s been mine ever since. Keep on writing
Hi, I love all your books….they each teach me a new lesson. Crank has taught me that drugs can turn you into someone you don’t recognize when you look into that evil thing we call the mirror.
<3
I have had a little personal experience with that. And I have met my own “Bree” I didn’t like her, but I still kept her around for many reasons; peers, stress, and just from pure boredom. Crank has made me realize that I could have easily just shut out Abby and housed…her in my head. Your book gave me the courage to cleanse Abby of her version of “Bree” Thank you.
I think that your book “Perfect” has taught me an equally important lesson. That I am me and no one can change that and make me their version of “perfect” I can only make myself my own kind of Perfect. As you say, perfect comes from inner beauty and not so much outer beauty. (I didn’t use your exact words) And I couldn’t agree more. Your words have have been engraved in my mind and my heart. Thank you for making me feel like I am not alone in this unforgiving world….I haven’t said this before….but you are my hero.
P.s e-mail me if you like.
hello, I really just wanted to say that I’m kinda sorta obsessed with your books. Your one of my favorite authors, it’s funny whenever i try to tell people what crank or impulse is about their like why are you reading about that haha. I love the way you write, the format of your books, just everything because you write in such a way that it feels real and it’s absolutely fascinating can’t wait to read your next book I’m half way through perfect and impulse is my favorite book by you. uh so anyway i’m writting a story right now and it would mean the world if you could give any advice, I know that you have a lot of fans and i don’t want to inconvience you anyway but when your scrolling down and looking at these comments please consider wrriting me
ok bye now…..your an amazing writer
Hello,
Just wanted to Thank You for all of your books, my daughter is dyslexic and has never been a reader. But I picked up “Identical” and since it was in verse she read it and read it fast , asking for the next book, and then the next. I was so excited that she was reading a book , of course I bought all of your books and then she started reading alot of other books and will always ask for your new books. She has improved so much in school and hardly ever watches TV anymore, she always has a book in her hand and now I bought her a E-Reader. THANK YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR HARDWORK in writing books.
I finished two of you books , In one day ! I loved them , they are intresting . i read Crank and Glass i had just got them from the Libary and as soon as i finished them i went back just to get some more . i got Burned and Impulse . I love the types of books you write , About trobled teen’s It’s the only topic i am actually intrested in . I don’t read much books But, i can’t seem to put yours down Up untill 3 a.m reading ad reading . Im only 15 but i want to consider writing as something i would do when im older . Books Much like yours About ‘The troubled ‘ And ‘People with bad habits’ But i just wanted to say I LOVE YOUR BOOKS !they are amazing . thank you so much Bye
i really nee to know is There a movie based on your book “Crank ” i’ve been looking for Hours and its driving my Insane please I NEED TO KNOW . I’m hooked to your books <3
Hi Ellen.
your books are absolutely amazing. i love to know the random facts about certain addictions and the stories that go along with the different dugrs and obssessions. i find your writing very inspirational. letting me know that there is more to life than suffereing and pain. they provide a real life view as to what people go through when experiencing the addictions themselves or experiencing family members who are addicts. i know personally i have suffered with eating disorders, emotional disorders, and have recntly got into trouble with alcohol. your books help me cope through more than the , well, average person. i have read all of your books, and they have come up in my group therapy for alcohol related problems. i feel like i can relate well to all of the books, especially with the females. i have found myself writing my feelings down on paper in free verse much how you write your books. i found that this is a much more constructive way to cope with the stress. i cannot stress enough how much i love your books and the fact that you should continue doing what you are doing.
Ellen Hopkins. God, where do I start. Your books describe my life. My struggle with an eating disorder, my struggle with cutting, my struggle with being sexually abused. I can feel the emotion pouring through your words, and though it’s hard to relive some of the events in my life, I am so glad that someone isn’t afraid to write the pain in words. Thank you. I love your work<3
Dear Ms.(Mrs.) Ellen Hopkins I think that you are such a good writer/poet. I learned that from reading your book CRANK. It is a really good book. I think that one day you should visit Timberland High School. It would be a pleasure of my to meet a author/poet one day because I love reading books. I never loved a book more besides twilight series and your books. Please write back to me at dt.cash01@gmail.com. Thank YOu Very Much!
Ellen, i would just like to say i am a high school student and ever since i have started reading your books i cant find any other books that are as good. I have read 4 of your books and im always excited to read another one! I love your books, you are a wonderful writer!!!
Ellen, your books have really helped me get through the last few years of my life.
I started out by reading Burned, which only happened because I needed a book and my friend only had that one.
Now, I’ve read all of your books at least three times each, and I anticipate reading all future books!
Your writing has inspired me to write, showed me what makes good writing, and how to do it all.
Thank you so much for writing, I love all your books, they are what has kept me going.
<3
I am a big fan of your work. I love your style that you write. I am always looking in store’s and online for new one’s that you have wrote. These stories, some however kinda remind me of something like my own.
Your books are so lovely. They were recommended to me by my 7th grade English teacher and I have loved them ever since!
oh my god ! i love these books soo much !! i hated reading till grade 7 ive rread all your books ! crank glass and fallout are my favorites and im sooo sad there done ! i actually cryed !!
My father did drugs when he was about 18. He’s been clean for about ten years now, but the after math of those years of his has cause turmoil on me too. I’m 9X more likely to get addicted to drug on my first try than a normal person. Reading Ellen Hopkins’ novels has made me realize how much pressure my dad was under and is still under and it makes me not hate him as much as a I used to. Now I’m pushing so hard to never touch any drugs. Ever. Thank you, Ellen.
First of all i want to say Thank you.
Me, being a depressed teenage girl who has thought about suicide so many times, started taking meds a few weeks back, and they make me feel great but your book, Impulse has made an inpact on me. I got it a couple of days ago, and read it in two days. At first Vanessa was my favorite, Tony was my second favorite, and Conner, well, i didn’t like him, i mean, do you really let a girl affect your life that much to the point where you try to commit suicide? come on!, but as i read the book i fell for Conner. I started loving him because no one else but Vanessa and Tony did. He didn’t deserve to be born in a home where he wasn’t loved, i just wanted to hold him, to give him the love his parents couldn’t give, (SPOILER) i’ve been crying non stop with his suicide. I know he’s not real, i know he’s just a caracter in your amazing book, but i just felt awful and sad, and it made a huge impact on me, you know.
Anyways, it’s late and i have to go to bed.
Hope you know you are an amazing writer <3.
I love your books. I have all but Identical. You have a huge gift with words and I love reading your books. I especially love how you write fictional books with fictional characters who go through real life crises. It’s refreshing to read something that isn’t gonna be the princessy-happy ending. Not all lives have happy endings, and I hate to read a book who makes life look like it’s going to be a cake walk. We go through hell on the inside, and it’s a nice change to read about people who face their demons on the inside. I finally have a favorite author who focuses on real-life situations, and not just the stupid lovey-dovey soap operas. I love you, Ellen Hopkins!! <3
Identical is absolutely amazing. It made me break down and cry at the end it is definitely worth the money
I am 18 and a senior in High School. I have been reading Ellen’s books since 7th grade. I have never been more in love with a book than all of hers. It really makes you think about how good you have it in life. She is one of the best authors I have come across and hope she continues to write books similar to what she has been writing. It teaches you that the courses in life that the people in the books are taking are horrible and tries to direct you into a different way.
Wow…. you make me feel bad about how guys treat Girls. Opened my eyes alot about what you write. IM not like that at all. Tricks made me sick to my stomach about the stuf that happend to those kids. I cut. Hundreds of Scars run over my body. I try to stop but i Cant. its nice to know someone else is going through it. I dont have much freinds to be around so i sit in my room all day reading. You touched me with what you write. Thank you soo much. Looking foward to the new book
Through high school I struggled with depression and confusion. I went to a counselor and was so afraid to say anything to her in person; however, I wrote her over a hundred letters expressing my confusion and sadness at the time that I was unable to express in person. I was thinking about taking them all and putting them into a book. It would be about the struggles through high school, and what it feels like to come to the realization that I may be gay. Once I came to college I came out and now have a loving partner of almost 8 months. I realize this is a stretch, and I am simply a freshmen in college, but I want to get the story out there. I want to help prevent suicide among teens who may identify as gay. Also to help those who are not exposed to the lifestyle to see that it is not a choice to be in pain.
Life is never truly any fun unless you take chances. So here it is. I’m taking my chance.
These books have helped me through many rough years of self-loathing, self-harm, and suicidal intentions. My friends have helped me through a lot, but nothing can compare to reading another persons story, (fictional or not) to find acceptance. I’m not where I want to be yet but I’m sure closer then I was yesterday.
OMFG!!! My favorite book you write is tricks
I started reading it today. 200 pages in (;
I’m 13 and I have read Impulse and am reading Tricks now. I started today after school and BOOM 200 pages in. these novels are amazing. I intend on reading them all
Mrs. Ellen Hopkins,
My name is Lisa Yrigoyen and I am a 20 year old living in Tennessee. I first fell in love with your writing style after reading Crank in high school. I now own every single book you have written and I want you to know that you are an amazing author and the reason why my nose is constantly buried in a book. You are a great inspiration and I just had to finally tell you how greatly I admire you and how much you have touched my life personally. Thank you, seriously.
I just want to say wow, there are no words to express how extrodinary your books are to me, (i have read all of them) I hope one day to be a writer and poet and when i found your name, it was maybe a sign because i pick books that most people just skim by. And i want to say thank you for being my inspiration, and i enjoy that even though its amazing to hear a happy endings and you’re books sometimes arean’t that way, its the truth we love to hear. you brought me reality and taught me lessons and for that i am greatful.
Roses
A bloom in the bunch, whether white and pink
black if that may be.
to have a thorn is what they hope for because’
our petals are what brings us crumbling to our feet
for i am neither though i wish to be,
trapped in meadows for i dont know where i should have bloomed
or where is my bunch, my flowery perfume
am i just withering like all roses left
to crumble soon.
(i just came up with that when i posted this comment i have many i have written and i haven’t edited them but,, first is mostly a good try)
with love -lightening
I’d like to say, your books are the ONLY books i actually enjoy reading. I honestly do not know what I would do without your books! I just adore them. You have a great talent. I was worried after Fallout you would stop writing, but then came along Triangles, and Perfect. Thank you so much for opening your books to all of us!
I look forward to keep reading your creations. Thanks again 
I startes reading your books 2 years ago when i was 13 and I have been hooked ever since. I have read crank, fallout, glass, and burned. I love reading your books and i can finish in about 2 days. Your the only author of teen books that I can read. I love your writing! KEEP IT UP
!
I know that you’ve probably heard this a million times before but your book are truly amazing and have given me hope, courage, motivation and confidence. I can honestly say that I don’t know where I would be without your books, maybe I wouldn’t even be writing this but please please don’t stop writing and publishing. I have now started writing thanks to you and am inspired to write after reading even one of your poems. You are really amazing and THANK YOU so very much from the bottom of my heart. Your beautiful work is my inspiration! ♥
Thank you Ellen Hopkins. You saved my life.
i love your books so much when i get to last chapter i cry and when i set down the book after reading the last page its like leaving an old friend. everytime. <3
Oh my lands!!!
Ellen, I’m IN LOVE with you, and your work!!!!
I started reading your work late 2009, so I was 12 years old. You really changed my life!
I read Crank 3 times, Glass 3 times, Fallout 1 time, Burned 2 times, Impulse 2 times, Identical 2 times, Tricks 1 1/2(didn’t really finish, and now almost done with Perfect.
I can’t wait until Tilt comes out!!! First I have to read Triangles, but I know it’ll be great, especially since you wrote it!
I could read one of your books back to back and everytime it will feel like picking a new book, because everytime I get sucked in deeper and deeper, like I’m one with it. xD
I REALLY REALLLY WANT TO MEET YOU SOOOOOOOO BADLY. YOU ARE MY IDLE.
My dream/wish is to have a custom birthday cake of your books lined up together for my birthday and have you show up, even for an hour, so I can meet you, and talk to you for a little. We’ll probably have to pull loads of strings, plain a year(plus?) in advance, and maybe pay a lot of money, but HEY, IF ALL THAT GETS ME TO MEETING YOU THEN SO BE IT!(:
It’ll be the best birthday present I’ll ever get, best memory I’ll ever have, best day of my life.
<3
I’m 15 years old, and I think these books are BEAUTIFULLY inspiring. I didn’t like reading at all, and then I picked up Crank and read it. Now I love reading, and it’s as if a whole new world of fiction has opened up. I have read all of ellen’s books and I can not wait for Tilt! Thank you so much for revealing this new world to me!
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
I understand if you do not read this but I’m just going to write in the hope of you reading it. I’m Sarah and I live in Glendale, Arizona. A few months ago, I was sitting in my closet, crying, trying to find a way out- a way out of my life with cuts on my wrists. I was depressed. I was depressed since I was 10. It was the year that my family lost our house because of a terrible financial mistake. All of that added on the abuse of my babysitter’s abuse, not getting along with my father, and many other events that have happened in the past. With the house went my catholic school education. I lost everything that I lived for. I loved that house and now it’s trashed. The people that live in it now don’t take care of it and are horrible neighbors according to the neighbors we still talk to. My family has moved two times since then and with that, I switched schools. Luckily, I am back at my old school with the friends I had back then and more. We are planning on moving this summer into a house we actually fit in. We are just hoping our life will be better there. Hopefully, it will be our home rather than just our house.
Anyway, a few months ago, I found your books online. I was reading the books Beautiful and Clean by Amy Reed at the time because they helped. I didn’t feel like the only person out there that felt so upset with the world and depressed. I saw your books on the suggestions for other books similar to hers and I HAD to read them!! I read most of your books so far and they help more than I have ever thought anything could. I’ve been straight edge for about five or six months now and I feel happier. I also told my friends about your books and they LOVE them!! Thank you.
People ask me what I want to do in life and I can’t hesitate to say, “Meet the person that saved me, Ellen Hopkins.” Hopefully by then more people will recognize the phenomenal stories you have written of teens. If you didn’t write those books, who knows what I would have done to myself?? Who knows what my friends would have done to themselves?? Please come to Phoenix or Glendale Arizona soon!!! Thank you so much!!!
I just finished reading “Perfect”. The funeral scene made me cry. I miss Connor, and I’m so glad that Tony and Vanessa made a reappearance. I can’t wait for “Smoke” to come out. “Burned” is one of my favorite books you’ve written. I’m not sure where I would be without your books. Thank you so much for writing them.
I am so in love with hopkins’ writing. I just started reading identical and it is a tad triggering, I’m just trying to ignore all that because either way i can’t put the book down. Anyway, I just finished impulse and I about sobbed. Haha, and Crank. Ah jeez. haha Anyway, I love you ellen and your writing and thoughts and just everything. Keep them coming.
Ellen, I just wanted you to realize that your books are absolutely brilliant. Book after book I am stunned by your poetry and your ability to make my mind jump at every format you write with. While your stories are rather intense, there is always a clear, gentle visual that can be interpreted in many ways. Night after night I stay up late finishing your books the day I get them. I just want you to know that I admire your work and praise you for all that you have accomplished. I am a huge fan, and I thank you.
-Nicole A.
LA, California.
Hi. I just wanted to say thank you. You’ve been such a huge inspiration to me. I’m a writer and am currently working on my first two books which have been heavily inspired by yours. I am also a 19 year old with depression, suicidal thoughts and an addiction to cutting. I have used your books to help me cope and have enjoyed reading them for years. I am so glad that you have written and shared these amazing stories and have opened peoples’ eyes to the struggles that teenagers deal with. Thank you so much for everything you’ve done for me through these books. I hope that you come to Connecticut sometime soon and I hope that if my books get published and you decide to read them, that you enjoy them as much as I’ve enjoyed yours. Thank you again. =)
they should make movies of Crank, Glass, and Fallout.
you are and amazing author!
Sensations I get when I read you books gives me every reason to look forward to each and every book. Cold chills down my back and up my arms. Goosebumps.ohhb the exitment i get as i play the book out in my head like a movie. I cant wait until tilt. Im literally counting down the days. It first started with crank then i skipped to glass. It all came together. Your books make me feel like someone actually understands me and i know im not the only one…. thank uou. So much
Thank you is all I can really say… Thank you so much
I love ellen’s books. They are real and that is what I value in books. Thank you for spreading emotion rollercoster books.
Ellen, I want you to know that I have read all of your hooks except Perfect and I love every single one of them with all of my heart!!!!!!!! I would die to read Perfect though. It sounds fantastic. My librarian said she wants to order it next year but I am graduating this year a year early so I won’t be able to read it when she gets it:( well I just want to you thank you for writing and I am encouraging you to keep on writing.
Your truly,
Cynthia
when i first read crank it wasnt my choice i just picked a random book from my school liberary….. best choice in a book i ever made! it was the best book ever! im now so hooked on kristinas story! i cant wait to read fallout! love you ellen hopkins your my favorite author!!
I was wondering if you were planning on doing another book for the Crank series. I just had a lot of questions after I read it like: Will Autumn have her baby? Will she tell Bryce? Does Hunter marry Nikki or is he unfaithful again? Does Summer ever see Kyle again? Under what circumstances? Is Kristina back with Trey? How do Marie and Scott feel about taking all of Kristina’s kids in? These are just a few of my questions I would like to see answered. I loved the books anyway, even with the questions!!!!
OMG!!!!!X____X. Ellen, I just had the BIGGEST like nerdgasm i have ever had about something ever!!!!(well since TDKR) Anyways, I cant believe that there will be a sequel to BURNED!!!! How amazing! I cant believe it, i am just in shock. So my favorite book HAS to be IMPULSE. I just absolutely LOVED it!!!!! Like Tony was just the most amazing character ever written in one of your boo0ks. I know that he comes back in PERFECT, but there should be another WHOLE BOOK just for him and Vanessa. I loved Connor as well, i just cried when he……you know. But i guess it was for the best in a way. I loved how Tony just “switched teams” for Vanessa. That was my favorite quality about him. I REALLY REALLY wish he and Connor had hooked up. DREAM COME TRUE!!!! Well yeah, you are just an amazing writer. YOu should write an all gaynovel.
I’ll be devastated if Ellen Hopkins ever decides to stop writing….
These books have been my favorite for years. So to Ellen, thank you for sharing your talent with the world!
I totally started using cocaine because of this book, Crank. It’s really inspirational. Thanks
I love your books THEY MAKE ME CRY!!!!!! you are such an inspiration keep it UP!!
and i JUST got done with impulse its so touching thank YOU
You’re books are the very best books i have ever read. im always waiting for the next one. They all capture situations that nobody else wants to talk about. They are real. Thank you for letting everyone know that they are not alone. I can’t wait for your next book. Keep them coming.
You are my favorite author, im almost 20 years old, and ive never had a liking to books, but i love your books. They open up my eyes to a different world. And I quite enjoy it! i started reading your books when i was 14 years old, and i cannot put them down, Ive read a few of them multiple times just because i like the stories so much, and to see that they’re true reading some of them put chills up and down my spine. I got Triangles for my birthday, and I have not put it down since.
I’ve read all your books and they are amazing. when i came back on this site turns out you had another one called “Tilt” I cant believe i missed that one and now i must hunt for it!!!
I just wanted to say that your books have brought reading to a whole new level for me , and you have done a great job at providing young teens with novels they can relate too.
I love your boks too! Burned made me cry and I can relate to Impulse and all the teens you write about. They have individual personalities and they are all so complex and different. Your books convey how everyone’s not the same and everyone has struggles. Your poetry is also stellar. I LOVE YOU !!!
Your books have helped, because i have gone through a lot of what the characters have. I know what it feels like when you don’t want to live, even though i have a perfect life. I know what it’s like to be confuse about whether or not to cut or just end it all and for a long time cutting helped, so did drinking and throwing up when i thought i wasn’t pretty. All of your books have helped me so much! Your poetry and writting was spot on! For me writting poetry helps me so much! When i read (not just your books) it helps a lot because for a short amount of time you can escape your mind and life and be whoever you want to be. When I read i escape my demons and the need that draws me to the paper clip and razor blade. Thank you for helping me escape! I am happy to say I am doing better now, only throughing up, cutting, and drinking every now and then. I am happy now!
Hi Ellen,
I’m a huge fan and love all your books. i just finished and Crank and Glass. Very sad very well written I have just starting fallout. thank you for writing them. I am a teacher and have several students that are into the drugs. So after reading your books I want to pass them along to them. Also another good book is GO ASK ALICE…
thank you
I love you. You’re my favorite author. Every single one of your books is amazing. I’m a big book worm but you’re the only author who writes books and each book is just as good as the next. You never fail to disappoint me. Each one of your books is amazing and they make you think and leave you in awe. They also make you realize stuff about your self. If I had to choose which books of yours is my favorite it might be the hardest question I’ve ever been asked but I would have to say Impulse because I can relate to that the most and what it feels like to not want to be alive anymore. All of your books are relatable though I think we could all say that we’ve felt the same as some one in your books at one point in each book. Please never stop writing books every time I find out you’re coming out with a new book I get so excited and start saving up to buy it so the day it comes out I can go to the bookstore and get it in the morning and spend then next few hours of my day sitting curled up in a corner on my bed with my phone and everything off reading your books and not coming out of my room till I’m done. So I just wanted to say your amazing and that I love you. Your my idol. One day I hope to meet you so I can give you a hug and say thank you.
Ellen Hopkins is my inspiration. I love poetry and have been published already, and seeing it combined with my love for writing really lit a fuse. Her books inspired my pen name, anonimous or anonImous. It’s anonymity, without the anonymity.
Here’s one I wrote after reading CRANK.
And here’s to you, Ms. Hopkins.
FOR THE BROKEN
Tears are the scars
of the battle-weary,
the soul-torn,
the cracked.
Pain is the scar
of the existing,
the believers,
and the deniers.
Actual scars are much harder to define-
they show where we’ve been, who we know
what we’ve done
and been forced to do.
They are a combination of all of these scars,
you’re bloodied, denying and beaten,
all you want is an end,
no pain,
no hurt,
no feeling,
perfection-
which we can never have.
these are the scars
of the broken.
I love your poem!!!!! It’s really good!!!
This is really good. I hope you don’t mind that I wrote it down. I like to keep track of all the good poems I come across. Love it! You should keep writing & please don’t ever stop.
wow ur poem is amazing!!! keep writing because you’ve got talent!
i love your books as soon as i pick one up i can never put it down till im done i have read all of them but fallout and thats one im about to read….but i love them so much they have open my eyes to alot of things i start to cry in some parts parts that have touched my heart in so many way i would love to meet you:)
hi ellen, i dont know if youll ever read this let alone comment back, but i just want to tell you your form of writing has inspired me so much. And the stories are AMAZING. you are my favorite author, and even tho im only 17, im actually thinking about writting a book.
the poetry and the flow of your words is beautiful. and i want tips on how i can write like you.
my life wasnt as easy as most, that is why i want to write. Its the only thing that makes me feel alive, and free.
ok i have a question, what is your motivation to write theese books?(i loveeeee your books by the way:) do you have any interesting facts about yourself?
You are BY FAR my ultimate favourite author! I read all of your books in less than 3 months, a couple of them twice. Your writing is so moving and spectacular, the stories drag you in as if you were witnessing it for yourself. Thank you so so much. Please keep writing more!
the only reason i’m alive is because there are so many more books to read out there. thank you for kepping me alive. i love “impulse” it helped me so much. i was just like vanessa. thanks for writting if not i would probably be dead. i love books so much. Other books that have helped me, This is for all you people reading this, if you are suicidle you should read: “My Beating Teenage Heart” by C.K. Kelly Martin, “By The Time You Read THis I’ll Be Dead” by Julie Anne Peters , “Scars” by Cheryl Rainfield, “The Secret Year” and ” Try Not To Breathe” by Jennifer R. Hubbard, “i Heart You, You Haunt Me” by Lisa Schroeder, and “Snowflake Obsidian” by The Hippie. You guys should read these books, they saved my life!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I ran into your book on accident. I thought Impulse was a regular book and I checked it out for poetry class. When I got home I looked at it and realized that in fact it was not a regular book at all. At first I thought it was a different way of writing so i went along with it. The next day I asked my teacher if the book was a poetry book and it was. I had never seen a book like this one and now I got my little brother into your books. We love your books so much Ellen. I am actually doing a photo story on you and your poetry! I have never fallen in love with a book in my whole life and I think I found my match!
Ellen, I have just finished reading one of your books ” Burned” . I can say it was the best book i have ever read . It felt like I was in the book myself. I even had tears running down my face . I will c0ntinue reading your books one by one. U should continue writing books just like thoses. (:
In my busy life I can always make time for these books, I can’t put them down.
Coming from a girl who is practically an angel it’s nice to get a taste of distorted reality.
It reminds me why I am the kind of person I am.
Keep writing! Looking forward to more and more.
Macie, Age 15
Dear Ellen,
You are simply amazing. Your style of writing and the poetry you produce leaves my mind reeling, and when I’m forced to put down your books to go do something else important, I’m always anticipating the next opportunity that I get to read it. At school, I see friends of mine that haven’t picked a book up in years holding one of YOUR books. They tell me how good the book is, and it’s all I can do to smile and nod. Thank you for being such a wonderful author and bringing all your readers such joy. Keep it up, and take care!
I absolutely love your books. When I started reading them, I just couldn’t stop. The way you write is truely amazing. I just wanted to stop by and say they are… OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh my goodness, where to start!? I just finished reading perfect, read all your other books too. None of them are short of fantastic. But I’m sure I can’t tell you anything that you haven’t already heard. Your books have made me like reading, which I thought was impossible. I honestly cant put them down once I start reading them. So inspirational, too. Anyways, kudos to you girl
And I cannot wait for your next book!!
I love you Ellen! I really do. Your words inspire me every day. The minds of the characters are so relatable & makes me wanna cry sometimes. I hope to be a good author/poet like you one day. I’ve been taking your advice & working very hard. THANK YOU!
Ellen please please please please pleaseee write more books! You are by far my favorite author you are amazing I love you!! <3
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
Hello. You are one of my favorite Authors. I love to read all of your new books. Although i would have to say Crnk would haveto be my favorite one. Your books are so inspiring. Whenever i start one of your new books i get so sucked in on the first page that i cant put it down. i belive everone in school should be required to read your books (crank,glass,perfect) mainly because it teaches them about drugs and how bad they are for you and what could happen when your on them. But mostly how you loose your family over them. Ellen you are a very talanted writer and i hop you never stop writting cause everytime i go to the store i look to buy one of your new books(: You inspire me to be a good person thank you (:
I started reading your books at the end of 6th grade when my 16 year old sister introduced them to me and by the beginning of 7th grade i had completely read the whole set of books u wrote i was in utter shock that i could read so quickly. After reading your books i began to love reading and raided my library constantly for new things to read. I cant wait for your new book ‘Tilt’ to come out!
Ellen: Just finished reading your book, “Perfect.” I could not put it down. Loved the use of poetry in telling and interweaving the four kids’ stories, as well as the stories themselves. You are a fantastic writer, as I’m sure you’ve heard many times before, and I greatly respect you for your ability to break the mold and focus on important topics other than the typical teen romances that plague bookshelves today. I look forward to reading more of your work, and I am most definitely recommending “Perfect” to everyone I know!
PS: I believe perfection is possible, but I believe in an odd definition of the word — that we are all beautiful, in our glory of flaws and insecurities. We are who we are meant to be, and we are who we will become. As we spin the tapestry of our lives, perhaps sometimes coming across barriers or nicks, we weave a stunning, even breathtaking, work of art called life; and life, as it is, is perfect.
Dear Ellen, I just wanted to say you are my favorite author out of every single book I’ve ever read (and that’s a lot). Your books have had a huge impact on my life, and have helped me become who I am, and make decisions that have bettered my life. I have so much attachment to your books, I can’t even properly explain it… the way you describe things, the way the words are inside me and the vivid imagery that I see in my mind when I read your books, are something I’ve truly never experienced before. I have dreamed about scenes from Glass before. I’ve honestly read that book so many times, and still enjoy it every time I do. If I had one thing to ask it would be to please, before your writing career is over (if it ever is, and I hope not), to write a sequel to Glass. I will feel like my life isn’t complete if I don’t know what happened in between Glass and Fallout. That sounds so childish of me, but it’s true. I know you’ve previously stated you won’t, but please re-think your decision. I would love to read another book about it. Thank you for taking the time to read this. You are an inspiration to me and have an incredible talent. I’m going to continue reading Perfect now, I’m almost done and I’ve loved it, just the same as I have all your other books. Yours sincerely, Faye Gerrard.
Well my friend got me into your books and the first one I read was impulse and oh my god after reading that one it made me want to keep reading your books! They are so amazing and burned made me cry so much at the end
I am now reading Glass and I can’t wait to get to the rest of your books 
The first book I had read from your collection was Burned, & my gosh I couldn’t put it down! I cried at the ending )’: So far ive read Burned, Crank, Tricks, & Impulse. The next one Im getting is Glass. I love your books, I can relate to them so much its ridiculous actually. I really appreciate how aware you are of the problems teens go through everyday… thank you! Your books are so inspiring, & im always sharing them with my friends. My dad takes me once a month to buy two of your books, please keep on writing! Your books are so real, you speak nothing but the truth in them. You are truly amazing. Your style of writing and your poetry always leaves me in aw, and when I’m forced to put down your books to go do something else that I need to do, I’m always looking forward to going back & reading your books.
Take Care ♥
Your books are probably the best books around. I love each and every one of them. When I read the first one, I immidetly wanted to read more. You have an amazing way with words never stop writing.
I just want to say that all of your works have been just… really inspiring. Both as literature and a means to see that there is hope in any situation. I’m currently trying my hand at poetic prose in my own writing, and it has given me a new avenue in my ‘abilities’
And just… thankyou for writing. I relate in numerous ways to Vanessa in Impulse, and the entire book just gave me hope, for my own personal recovery. Reading Tricks, I’m kind of eager to help out with organisations like Children of the Night, so yeah. Just thankyou!
Well, i can say that i am one of those who has greatly fallen in love with all of Ellens books. She put so much truth into her books. They’re raw and powerfull. I will forever be a fan.
I’ve read and owned every book. I completely enjoy them. I love the story lines, and how you don’t sugarcoat the facts of life. You tell it how it is. I’m 19, and when I found out about the new book coming out in Sept., I was instantly excited! I love to read. The way you write makes the words flow so well, and I just absolutely love it. Thank you.
I have been reading these books since I was about ten, I am fifteen now and find them to be a comfort to me when nothing else is. I am not proud to say that I have experienced a lot of what Ellen has written about, but I love the way she described it so precisely. I thank her for finding the words that I needed to express my feelings.
I love all of Ellen Hopkins books. Every time I read even 1 phrase from one I want to bust out crying!! She is one of my greatest role models and I really look up to her.
I have read every single one of your books. I simply cannot get enough of them. Your writing truly inspires me. Your writing speaks to me like nothing else and I learn a lot through your characters. You have an amazing talent, and have only encouraged and made my passion for reading even stronger than it was.
I have loved your books since I was 11 and my mom finally let me read Crank. I have been through a lot in my life and my sister recommended your books to help me cope. I read Crank in just 10 hours and couldn’t get enough. A couple months later (for my birthday) my mom took me to the book store and so then I got Glass. I read this book within about 10 hours too and lived just as much, if not more! Then my friends started asking why I was smiling so randomly. I eventually told them about my history and then that I was connecting with your books. Some of them thought I was crazy but 2 in particular were in awe. I let them borrow Crank and they loved it almost as much as I do even though they couldn’t connect as much as I. Just about 1 month ago I saw that you came out with Fallout and I couldn’t help but travel 2 hours away to get it! I am on page 404 and I just can’t get over these books!! I hope that you can come out with another one because I just can’t get enough!!!<3
And I forgot to mention that I have also read all of the others since I read Crank and love them too!! can’t wait to get another one!
i am 13 n i just read impulse n burned n i think you are awesome i have dont meth since i was 12 and i am about 2 have my first kid n i love the fans here because they all seem so much like me n stuff
Most of the fans here are addicts and teen mothers. I, myself, was just on MTV, pregnancy was tough, especially in middle school, but this author taught me that it is ok. We will be who we are.
i aint be no adikt or no teen mother, you bitches be cray than a mothafucka for real
Smoke more weed.
its so nice to read about others going through abuse or drug addictions i love ellen your books bring me up when im down .!
I started reading Crank when it first came out. the first couple of pages had me hooked. I couldn’t wait for Glass to come out. Then i got Burned, then Impulse. i had a couple of my friends read them, even a teacher.I made my sister read it, She was doing some of that stuff. It helped her to know i cared about her. That was a long time ago when i was 13-14 years old. I’m 21 now and i still love reading your books. Awaiting for what comes out next. Thank you
I read Perfect when my aunt took me out to buy a book for my 11th birthday. Yes, I am eleven and two quarters, and the BIGGEST Ellen Hopkins fan ever!!!! I literally JUST got done reading Crank. That book has taught me soooo much. I steal quotes from Perfect ALL THE TIME. No joke, today I lectured my small group of friends about how the word ‘perfect’ has no concrete meaning etc. And they all looked at me like I was insane. Ellen is my number one role model, forever and always. I have never ever read anything like Ellen’s work. She inspires me to never give up on my dreams, I mean, she never gave up on hers, did she?
THANK YOU SOSOOSOSOSOOOOO MUCH ELLEN!!!!!!!!! IM WORKING ON HUNTING DOWN FALLOUT, GLASS, TILT, BURNED, IDENTICAL, TRICKS AND IMPULSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Honestly, all these immature little comments made towards other people need to stop. This is an area to show appreciation to Ellen’s amazing books. Saying bad words and saying things about how you wouldn’t understand cause you didn’t have sex is extremely unneeded and is HIGHLY immature. You need to stop and just appreciate that other people like books that this woman is writing.
Good day.
Lakiesha
Dear Mrs. Hopkins,
I absolutely love every single one of your books! You’re a very amazing woman to have written such heart felt novels!
Keep up the good work!
When I started reading your books in middle school I simply loved them because I loved to read and learn about anything.
Now being in high school almost a junior and learning about my family I never realized how much a series could help me. There were days when I felt awful and I would read and remember everything is going to get better. I’m not there yet and it’s really hard some days other people’s addictions truly do ruin everyone’s life but I’m going make my life something worth living and I can’t help but thank you for being there when no one else was.
-Chelsi Anne
Ellen is who i turn to when i feel no one feels me or can help me. she does and i thank her for that. YOUR BOOKS INSPIRE ME.
I have to admit I’m in love with these books I’m very ready to read Tilt. Bein’ a teen and reading her books I realize that I can be whoever I want to be even though I’ve done bad things, so I actually am inspired by all of her books. I’ve encourage everyone in my class to read these book and they are all wanting more! Reading these books makes want to be a writer!!
When I first picked up Perfect, I thought that it was just going to be another one of those depressing modern fiction books. I was, in all ways, wrong. This book spoke to my heart and I instintly fell in love with it. I write poetry in my free time (little that I have) and really apreciate the time, dedication, and passion that she put into her works. At times I know how horrible and unfair life can be but I had no idea how to express it. Perfect is only a small sample of what most middle and high school kids go through. I bet you if you studied 50 kids in each school, followed them every day, and got to know them inside and out, you would discover just what kind of life most kids have. Let me tell you, it’s not the lives that everybody would expect.
Okay so , all I have to say is that Ellen Hopkins , you are my absolute favorite writer. I don’t know how , but every single time I read your books they correlate to my life . I find it very amusing how they just fit in and how I can relate . You know ? I understand what the character may be struggling with . It’s like your books take me out of this world . I always want to disappear . I don’t even like reading that much , but I always read your books . I’ve read Crank , Burned , Impulse , Glass , Identical , Tricks , And Perfect . Right now I’m working on Fallout and I already know that the book will be amazing . Its always been hard to find a book that I would like , but you write exactly the style I love . I am also a writer and I write very similar to you . I enjoy every little bit of writing . I hope one day I will be as successful as you are . (My favorite book so far is Impulse .) I’m 13 and I’ve been writing since I was in kindergarten , but when I truly realized writing is what I need to live , I was in 4th grade . My teacher taught me everything I needed to know . Poetry is my favorite to write and my friends say I’m an extraordinary writer . Can’t wait to become like you . (: You have honestly persuaded me to live my dream . Thank you so much !
Hello Ellen Hopkins.
I’ve been a reader of your books since I was a freshmen in Jr. High School. My first book I read of your writing was Crank. Little did I know it was about to become one of the biggest things in my life i had to play with and learn to overcome. I wanted to let you know you writing has made a huge impact on my life. People don’t realize what you right is so life like unless they themselves have walked with the monster. I’am about to graduate high school in the next couple of weeks and i wanted to say thank you for writing what you did. Letting scared girls like me looking for something they don’t know much about a way to see it for its past,present, and future out comes. I didn’t just read your Crank series I’am a huge fan of all your books. My favorite book of yours so far is Burned. That is my all time favorite book! Amazing stories Ellen. Please continue to write. Guide others down the path that they don’t see.
-Young girl, Old mind.
p.s. come to Ohio sometime
there needs to be movies made out of these amazing books ive read tricks 5 times and perfect is my new favorite!!!!
im in love with your books they mean alot to me , i love books i can relate to .
I see my life as a mirror of conner’s life in Impulse. on the outside im a happy perfect student athlete. i made varsity for 2 out of the 3 sports i did as a freshman. but in my house my parent had crazy expectations for me that were impossible for me to fulfill. when i couldn’t, they would compare me to my absolutly perfect sister who i want to be nothing like. My life was a mess and was falling apart right before my eyes. i began cutting myself for every mistake i made. i felt alone in the world until a friend recomended impulse. i read connors story and it opened my eyes. i realized i dont have to be perfect to be accepted. thank you very much for saving me.
You’re an amazing author. Every time I pass through a library, or the book store at the mall, or any bookstore in general, I can’t help but look for your books. I’ve learned a lot from them, just the struggle many teenagers have. I have fallen in love with poetry and reading thanks to you. Although, I will not read any books but yours. During summer vacation last year, when I was on my trip, I had read 3 of your books within a couple of weeks. Spending the whole day reading, and searching bookstore after bookstore for one of your books that I have not read yet. I found your book ‘Crank’ by accident, but it was an amazing accident. I never realized poetry can be written in so many effective ways that can create intense stories that you can’t just stop reading. You have some unimaginable inspirations, and incredible writing skills. I’m still searching here and far to find the rest of your books I just seem to be unable to find. Thank you for writing, and I continue to read, and reread all of your poetic novels!
I’d just like to say that so far I have read the first 2 out of the Crank series (sad, I know, but I can’t get my hands on the rest at the moment) and I have loved them both. But someone said something on my facebook about a movie for it? But I can’t find anything legit for it. I know the movie isn’t up to you but has anybody been interested in filming it? I’m sure a lot of people are eager to see the movies, along with reading future books of your’s. Thank you.
ELLEN I LOVE YOUR BOOKS!! PLEASE KEEP THEM COMING!! Your books have gotten me through some rough days. The days I felt alone I would read your books and I could relate to the characters and suddenly I didn’t feel so alone anymore. Thank you for that! I have grown up with your books since Crank and I hope to contiune to grow with your writting as the years go on!
PS I CAN’T WAIT UNTIL TILT COMES OUT!! Tilt: September 2012
Neither can I!
I love all the books, but my absolute favorite was “Burned”! I just loved it!!!! <3