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Chris Crutcher

State: Washington

Chris Crutcher is a celebrated YA author and former educator. He is best known for hard-hitting novels like The Crazy Horse Electric Game, Stotan!, and Athletic Shorts, which tackle adolescent challenges such as abuse, disabilities, and family conflict. Crutcher’s writing is praised for its honesty, wit, and respect for young readers. As a longtime advocate for student voices, Crutcher has been honored with the ALAN Award, the Margaret A. Edwards Award, and induction into the Iowa Literary Hall of Fame. His powerful storytelling continues to resonate with young adult audiences.

Genres: Contemporary, Memoir

Audiences: Adult, Young Adult