Books by Ellen Raskin

Ellen Raskin writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, being different, mystery.

Standalone Books

The Mysterious Disappearance of Leon (I Mean Noel)

Ellen Raskin

A husband disappears into a soup of mystery, leaving Mrs. Carillon to piece together a trail of bizarre clues and hidden

Ages 8–12

The Westing Game

Ellen Raskin

A Newbery Medal winner, this inventive mystery gathers sixteen diverse individuals to play a dangerous game for a millio

Ages 8–12

Figgs & Phantoms

Ellen Raskin

The unusual Figg family trades the stage for a new life in Pineapple, leading to a series of surreal adventures and refl

Ages 9–12

Moe Q. McGlutch, He Smoked Too Much

Ellen Raskin

For the child curious about why adults have certain habits, this quirky fable uses humor to explore the consequences of

Ages 4–8

Nothing Ever Happens on My Block

Ellen Raskin

For the child who claims to be bored while the world around them is bursting with life, this book celebrates the joy of

Ages 4–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

2 books

Ages 8–11

5 books

Ages 12–18