The Hunger Games Books in Order
This reading order guide provides a complete list of the Hunger Games books in order, and is always kept updated so you won’t miss anything! It includes both publication and chronological order.
About Suzanne Collins and The Hunger Games Series
Suzanne Collins is an American author best known for her work in young adult fiction, particularly for “The Hunger Games” trilogy. Born on August 10, 1962, in Hartford, Connecticut, Collins began her career in writing for children’s television. She worked on various TV shows, including popular series like “Clarissa Explains It All” and “The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo.”
“The Hunger Games” series has gained immense popularity worldwide. The series is set in a dystopian future in the fictional nation of Panem, where the government, known as the Capitol, holds an annual event called the Hunger Games. In this televised spectacle, children from each of the twelve districts must fight to the death until only one survivor remains. The protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, becomes a symbol of rebellion against the oppressive Capitol.
Collins drew inspiration for “The Hunger Games” from a combination of sources, including her father’s experiences in the military, the Greek myth of Theseus and the Minotaur, and contemporary reality television. The series explores themes such as survival, sacrifice, the consequences of war, and the power of media manipulation.
“The Hunger Games” books have been widely successful and has been adapted into a film series. The film adaptation of the first book was released in 2012, followed by adaptations of the remaining two books in subsequent years. The movies, starring Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen, were well-received and contributed to the franchise’s global popularity.
Beyond “The Hunger Games,” Suzanne Collins has also written other works, including “The Underland Chronicles,” a five-book series aimed at a younger audience. While “The Hunger Games” remains her most prominent work, Collins has left a significant impact on the world of young adult literature.
How Many The Hunger Games Books Are There in the Series?
Suzanne Collins’s primary series comprises the triology: “The Hunger Games,” “Catching Fire,” and “Mockingjay.” Additionally, a fourth book, “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” was published in 2020, serving as a prequel set 64 years prior to the events of the original trilogy.
