From picture books to chapter books to real-life, adult books, Judy Blume is a favorite author of many readers! She has created beloved books with hilarious, adventurous, and honest characters who face trials and create mischief. This best-selling author offers great adult literature, coming-of-age stories, books about girls, books for girls, and funny stories about childhood friends. Check out these 28 books written by this American author!
Elementary School (Ages 7-11)
1. Fudge-A-Mania
Fudge is Peter's little brother. Fudge is a pest, and Shelia Tubman is Peter's biggest enemy. When Peter's parents rent a summer home next door to Sheila, he wonders how he will ever make it all summer with these two.
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2. Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
This is the hilarious debut of Peter Hatcher and his little brother, Fudge. He is always up to no good. Peter just tries to survive fourth grade. The poor pet turtle may not make it, though. Fudge likes him a lot and is always bothering him too.
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3. Going, Going, Gone
The kids are on the go in this story! The Pain and the Great One are back in another book in this series. They are off to new places, having new adventures. Full of humor and excitement, this book is a great one for young readers!
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4. Superfudge
In this humorous chapter book, we meet again with Fudge. Beloved author, Judy Blume, tells us about Fudge and how he thinks he is a superhero. Peter already has enough to worry about with Fudge running wild, but now his mom is going to have another baby.
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5. It's Heaven to be Seven
One of many authors honored with literary awards, this anthology features the writing of many authors. There are 12 chapters, each featuring a different author and story about being seven years old or starring a character who is 7 years old.
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6. Freckle Juice
When Andrew becomes desperate to have his own freckles, like his friend, he will do whatever it takes to get his face full of freckles! Sharon realizes this and offers Andrew a secret recipe for freckle juice. He has to pay for it, but he is willing. Will it work or will he be out of his hard-earned money?
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7. Blubber
Another of Judy Blume's best-selling books, Blubber is the story of two girls. One who is just trying to do the right thing and live her best fifth grade life. The other is teased and tormented for being overweight, after giving a report on whales. The girls each process things in different ways and must face their own challenges.
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8. Double Fudge
When Peter thinks he can't handle any more of his annoying little brother, Fudge, he just has no idea about what is to come! They meet their little cousins and one is just like Fudge. He even has the same real name as Fudge. That means trouble!
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9. Otherwise Known As Sheila the Great
Another classic from the Fudge series, these bestselling novels are hilarious and entertaining. This one features 10-year-old Sheila Tubman and her story. She is a city girl who takes on country life. She is Shelia Tubman and she will be fabulous no matter where she is.
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10. The One in the Middle is the Green Kangaroo
Living his life right in the middle and in the shadow of his younger and older siblings, Freddy knows his chance to shine is when he can take part in the big, upcoming play. He gets the starring role and finally has his chance!
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11. Soupy Saturdays
This brother and sister duo makes for some great stories. With The Pain and The Great One, these siblings relate to each other in a way that makes you laugh and understand exactly how they must feel.
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12. It's Fine to be Nine
Another anthology of stories for nine year olds, written by Judy Blume and a host of other great authors. These stories are ideal for nine-year-olds to relate to and enjoy reading alone or with someone.
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13. Cool Zone with the Pain and the Great One
Even though this brother and sister duo cannot get along, they are always there for each other. They help each other when things get tough, especially at school. Written for elementary students, this series of books is fun and enjoyable!
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14. Friend or Fiend
So The Pain and The Great One have finally decided to join forces, right? Or have they? They plan a birthday party for their favorite cat and it is still undecided if they become best friends or biggest enemies again.
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15. The Pain and the Great One
There is nothing like sibling rivalry. This brother and sister duo fuss about everything. They even ponder who mom and dad love the most. Their names for each other, The Pain and The Great One seem to be fitting two.
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Middle School (Ages 12-14)
16. B.F.F
This book is a two-in-one. These two books about friendship are lovely stories that touch on all the things teen girls must face. From happy times to sad, and everything in between, these books are very relatable to young women.
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17. Starring Sally J Freedman Herself
Sally is a star! She is living her life in the spotlight until her brother becomes ill and their family moves down south for many months. While Sally is there, she forms incredible friendships. She even finds an unlikely enemy.
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18. Then Again, Maybe I Won't
The young boy in this story always has something on his mind. Tony is always thinking about something. He notices so many things, but he doesn't want the people in his life to know all the things he is always thinking about. They would worry or make a big deal.
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19. Here's To You, Rachel Robinson
In a book that speaks to so many middle school students, this one tells the story of Rachel. She is perfect in the eyes of anyone paying attention. She has it all. Her family is ideal and she fits in beautifully. She is involved in almost every activity and has great grades. She even catches the eye of an older boy. But is this really the best way to live life? She is beginning to wonder.
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20. Iggie's House
When Winnie's best friend moves away two weeks before school starts back, she is sad. Then, a new family with more kids moves in. They are different and Winnie does what she thinks is right. She welcomes them, but they aren't looking for a welcoming committee. They just want a friend.
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21. Just As Long As We're Together
Like many other Judy Blume books, this is a companion book to another chapter book, Here's To You, Rachel Robinson. This story follows a friendship of girls. There are two, and a new one moves in and befriends one of the girls. Can they all three form the best friendship or will someone be left out?
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22. Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret
Growing up in New York and moving away from the city, Margaret is twelve and just trying to fit in with new friends. She is the only one not very involved in religion. She does, however, have her own very special relationship with God.
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23. Deenie
A beautiful girl is pushed by her mother to become a model and use her features to help her gain fame. She just wants to be a typical kid, hanging out with her friends and having fun. Then, her world changes, as she gets a diagnosis that changes everything.
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Young Adult/Adult (15+)
24. Tiger Eyes
A teenage girl experiences tragedy with the loss of her father. Add to that, her mother moved her and her brother to a new place, and she is so sad all the time. As she explores, she meets a boy who fully understands her and helps her learn to move forward with life.
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25. Forever...
When young love blossoms between two teens, they feel it is forever. They are intimate and in love. During a summer away from each other, one of them begins to experience feelings for someone new. Will their love last?
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26. Wifey
This story is about Sally, a married housewife with adult children. She struggles to find her place and her way with nothing to fill the day that matters much to her. She is bored and decides that it is worth it to explore new adventures.
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27. In the Unlikely Event
In this adult novel, a series of planes fall out of the sky. This story follows some exciting characters and how their worlds change when these strange events occur.
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28. Summer Sisters
In this beautiful tale of friendship, Summer Sisters is a book that tells of two girls who become fast friends. They spend their summers living life to the fullest. The book follows them later in life and to the wedding of one friend. The other is going to be her maid of honor, but they have drifted apart. Maybe now there will be some closure and some reasons as to why it happened.
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