Mrs. Hopkins, you stories to me have made a great impact in life because I just turned sixteen and I'm a junior in high school. These so=tories for me are a warning to watch out on what goes on with my surroundings because I dont know what the people I interact with may do. I began reading your stories in junior high that my friend wanted me to read CRANK so I was like OKAY because she gave some little details about the story and I liked it. I still haven't read GLASS but I am now reqding IMPULSE..If yyou have any type of advice i would Gladly appreciate it....ASTRID
Hey I am Sarah.. first time writing on this wall. I bought Crank when it first came out and have been following your books ever since then. You writing is addictive. I really can't get enough and your hands down my favorite and that's saying something cause I read a lot. I love how real everything is. And it helps cause i know addictions and what they do to families. Thank you for letting me know I'm not alone. Can't wait for Perfection! Thank you! -Sarah
My friend had me read your books starting back in May. I finished Burned in one night. That one was personal to me because the friend that gave them to me grew up in a home of psychotic Mormons, and we were dating. I also read Impulse, and that one was also personal, because the same friend spent some time in the same position as the characters. I found the others on my own. Each book connects to me on a very personal level. Crank, Glass, and Fallout, my dad was a meth addict. Burned, one of my closest friends is stuck in a house of psychotic controlling Mormons. Impulse, one of my closest friends was in the same position in a mental hospital. Identical, My moms fiance molested me and I almost committed suicide. Tricks, I've runaway but never had to go that far. I love reading and you're books made me think. Thank you.
Your books are incrediable! Ellen Hopkins you are awesome! Awesome for writing about things most people wouldnt dare write about. Identicle and Impulse are my favorites. The Crank Saga is outstanding. but please do not let it end with Fallout. I feel there were too many things left unsaid in it and I want to know how it all goes. Will you please consider writing one more? Other than that I'm a dedicated reader and always will be! --elizabeth.
mrs. hopkins, you are sensational. you are a living genius with how you craft your words onto paper. you inspire me so much. writing has always been a passion of mine, my escape if you will. i love every single book that you have written. keep writing, i look forward to the many more books that you will publish.
Now I'll admit, teen fiction is usually not my cup of tea. I have been reading adult novels since I was young, and teen novels don't (usually) carry the depth that adult fiction (also usually) provides. Also, in teen fiction, that characters are usually people I can't connect with. The females have boy troubles, the boys struggle to uphold their fathers legacy, but, overall, their lives are happy ones. These plots left a dry, sickly taste in my mouth, a taste that whispered "you can't have this, you're not normal enough."
Impulse, the first book of yours I read, shot down all of my pre-conceived notions of teen fiction.
I easily connected with Vannessa and her...habits (I'll leave it at that). And when the end came, I cried when Connor threw himself off of the cliff. Impluse is my favorite book of yours, and one of my all time favorites.
So here I am, re-reading "Crank" for the 3rd time. I just finished "Identical," and plan on re-reading "Glass" next. And each time I re-read a verse, a new meaning blossoms before my eyes. Each time I re-read a sentance, I am once again reminded that I'm not alone.
Thank you Ellen. I will gladly have tea with you any time you wish.
Mrs Hopkins, Your books are truly amazing. i own all of them! I dont think i have ever been this excited to read a series in my life. Everytime i get the newest one i realize that i am not the only person that has to deal with a family member consumed by addction. You have truly changed my life. I hope to read more of your writings.
So I just about pissed myself cause I read that you're starting to write Adult Verse now too! Just as I'm starting to enter the "adult" world myself. You seem to have always had perfect timing in my life. I remember the first time I picked up a book by you. It was Crank and I was at my public library. My 7th grade teacher had seriously just introduced us to poetry. I realized that I kind of liked it but wasn't sure. I read Crank in one sitting and it blew me away. I knew that day that I loved poetry. Since then I've actually published a few of my poems and I hope to one day get a book published myself. No one, including myself, could ever write as well as you but, I'm hoping to make a name for myself one day. Thank you for helping me see that despite what people say, I do have talent.
Mrs. Hopkins, my name is Yvette and I am 25 years old. I live in Oklahoma City. I am in recovery from methamphetamine. Your books and Kristina's life are so familiar to me. I went to prison when i was 21 and 2 months pregnant. Reading your books makes me even that much more proud that i have been clean for nine months now. My son is only 3 and i know i cannot undo the damage but i know that children are resilient. And I am so thankful to see the point of view in fallout of the children. I am almost done with the book. You have reinforced EVERYTHING that i do everyday to remain clean and be a mom to my son. We both thank you for having our back. I love your work so much and will always be a dedicated follower! God Bless You and your family.
Mrs.Hopkins, i read your stories a million times, over and over again. They inspire me. Everytime i read them i picture my self in the girls' shoes and realize now i how greatful my life and how much i should appreciate it. The people's lives your books make me think alot. I love all your sayings and quotes in your books. You inspire so much. -- Thank you. -Taylor.
Compared to other kids I know, I have had it easy. When you don't see people who's lives have taken a turn for the worse (for whatever reason) you don't realize what they're going through or see their opinions on life. Your books have been real eye-openers to me and I'm sure millions of others.I'd recommend these books to anyone- they're the most inspiring novels I've read. --SED
I first read your book "Identical" two years ago and it impacted my life so much. Today I finished the last page of the "Crank" trilogy and I feel lonely without the world of Kristina and her children. I've never read a book where I became so attached to the characters, I missed them when the book was finished. You are, by far, the most impressive author I've come to experience. I've shared your books with everybody I know, and I haven't had any bad feedback. I'm trying to decide which book I'm going to read next. I don't think any of them can top the "Crank" books, but I might be surprised! Because of you, I enjoy reading againa and have even been inspired to write some poetry too. I think I'll head to the book store now!
Ellen, you are honestly one of the best authors I've ever heard of! Your books are so easy to relate to! I just bought burned yesterday, and started it today. it took me about 1 minute to get hooked and I finished it in about 5 hours! Impulse is my personal favorite, the first of your books i've read! And it is so amazing how i instantly fell in love with it. It is the book of my life, I feel like it tells my story perfectly and I sympathized with the kids because I understand their feelings! Those are the only two books of yours i've read but I have no intention of stopping. I love you and your books! you're amazing and your writing is my favorite! I've put about 5 authors in my personal favorites and you're right in there! I love your books! please please please! NEVER STOP WRITING!
I absolutly love every single book that you've ever written. you've changed my outlook on books and life. If I never read your books I'd still be reading Jodi Picoult and Meg cCabot, authors that will never compare to your magnitude. I think that maybe you should write a sequel to Burned, show how Pattyn's life turns out. And please, never ever stop writing.
this might sound bad but it is not meant to be, your books have made me feel normal. i have read all of them about 9 times and honestly when i was going through horrible times they made me(Tricks especially) realize i could have fallen alot harder then i did. It made me feel like no matter what happened to me i could turn it around because i would never be in that situation. Thank you for these books. I am waiting for Perfect to hit the stores and i know it will be just as brilliant as the others.
THANK YOU. thank you for writing these books. as a former meth addict and a person suffering from bipolar disorder i must say you truley understand. youv described being bipolar in Impulse better then i ever could have. I cried when i read that book, not becuase i was sad but becuase it was so beautifully portrayed. thank you.
Dear Ellen, you are by far my favorite author, im looking forward to reading your newest material. please come visit your canadian fans in toronto, i would love to meet you in person and have a book signed:)
Mrs. Hopkins, your books have been soo inspirational to me. ive read all of them including "Flirtin with the Monster." I grew up with a mom just like Kristina and i was adopted by my grandparents as well. My mother has come face to face with her demons and has excepted her flawss. she eventually did get better and is now a drug and alchole counselor for the county. Im sorry to hear about Kristina and my prayers are with you and your family... I couldnt help but notice a lot of similarities between your famly and mine... from reading "Flirtin with the monster" it gave me a scense that things will get better with my family.. I hope one day i can make a difference in youths lives just like you have done in mine and many around the world. Thank you so much. And i cant wait to read your new book PERFECT. Thank you.
i want to thank you for writing your books. your books are real, i was raised in northern nevada, had addicted family members, and have walked down that path myself, and i can not tell you how amazing it was to read them and be able to see a little of myself in each one of your characters, especially in the crank series, not only have i been the child of an addict, i've been the addict myself, and see your writing at work everyday in my life and the lives of other close family members that struggle with it. when my children will read these when theyre capable of understanding, so will my little brothers. please keep writing, you save lives everyday with your books.
Mrs. Hopkins, or Ellen if you prefer, Thank you so much for sharing your stories with us and opening your mind to us. Every book you write touches my heart, whether it be depressing or hopeful. I have had my share of drugs in my life thanks to my father. Long story short, he was not a part of my life for years unless he was trying to upset me. When I read your books, I no longer feel alone. Thank you, for everything you have done to bring hope into my life. -Devan
Hi, Mrs.Hopkins. So I'm pretty much obsessed with your books! I usually read them in a day because it's impossible to put them down. I really don't care much for reading, but your books are a most read. I absolutely love the books, Please keep writing and i'll continue to read!(: Thank you so much!
Thank you SO much. I have sincerely enjoyed all of your books. But I do have a complaint: In your book "Tricks", Seth compares Indiana to Kansas (which is where I happen to live) in the sense of homophobia. You also commented that they "picket dead soldiers funerals." I respectfully ask that you please NOT compare us to Fred Phelps. And by the way, you have introduced me to a whole new world. In "Impulse", I cried my eyes out when Conner died. But you have shown me a new side of life, and I thank you very much for that.
I have read all of your books (including Fallout) and have reread over half of them just because I can not get enough of them. I started reading your books (crank) in 6th grade and have followed them sense. Your books left a huge inpact on me and i think of things so much differently now. The messages you put in the books are heartbreaking and im glad your addressing these problems teenagers(sense in the books they are mostly teenagers) face and give your readers the satisfaction of knowing they are not the only one going through these problems. Giving them the insight to concur their own monsters. Please continuing writing, I love all of your books.
I am not quite sure where to even start. I have so much I want to say and thank you for, Ellen. Your books have touched me like no other book ever has, or probably ever will. Your writing is absolutely AMAZING! Saying that you are the best author is a bit of an understatement. It is sad to know that the Crank series is over. But I look forward to more new books! I have read all of your books and I just cant get enough. My personal favorite is Burned. Although most people dont like the ending, I loved it! Its reality. Thank you for everything! I hope you continue writing for a long long time, because I plan on reading for a long long time! C:
Hey ms. hopkins your books make me look at my life in different ways and help me see a whole different side of the world. Your book impulse actually helped my friend face the reality that cutting was bad. Thank you so much for your wonderful work!
I cant express my gratitude for your books. It has made me and my lil sister be able to bond and communicate. Our mother has 5 of us and her many marriage along with her addictions made me more so like the mother growing up. But when my lil sister began to question I wasn't there to keep her understanding along her growth.So LONG story short reading your books - Shes been able to identify with alot of our family issue as well as her our being 16 now. SO Thank you. I hope you do another signing in Carson City I really would love to bring her to meet you. She lives in the bay but it would be worth it = )thank you again.
Ellen, I have read all of your books and love every single one of them, especially Burned because being a teen, love stories are very easy to relate to. But all of your books are absolutely amazing and I love all of them. They all have touched my heart. Thank you for the amazing books that you have put out and thank you in advance for the ones you will put out in the future that I'm sure will be just as amazing!
Ms. Hopkins: As all of your fans have said, thank you so much for writing your books. They are not only a great read, but also a spectacular view of teenage life from the other side. I have a friend who was particularly touched by "Burned" because her Mormon family is almost the same. She's dying to get away. I have identified with Connor from "Impulse." I have had a lot of struggles with my family and peers, and I gave in a couple of times, but with the counseling and hospitalization I received, I'm doing much better. I'm glad that you have given such inspirational novels to the reading community. Thank you again :)
Too bad I'm all the way at the bottom but I'm always impacted by your books I've only read Tricks, Burned, and Identical. I still need your Crank Trilogy and Impulse but don't worry I'm almost there. I have loved all the books I've read so far and I'm guessing the rest are great too (bet they are)!!! But you know what I'm only 11!!!!!!!, exactly that's how astounding your stories are!!!!!! You are one in a million and you are the best author since Edgar Allan Poe and J.K. Rowling!!!!!!!! Wish you the best in Nevada
Ellen Hopkins' writing inspired me to be a writer. I'd always liked writing short stories, but never thought they'd get to anyone. But last summer, after reading Burned, I contacted a publishing agency and sent in a manuscript. The way Hopkins writes, made me feel like I was in the story. She put a movie in my head, and made it play, and replay and replay. It was a movie I never got tired of watching. I've read all her books and can't wait for Perfect to be out. Her words jumped out at me, and smacked me in the face, telling me to get off my ass and work for what I want. Her stories made me realize how good my life was, and how lucky I am. I couldn't thank her enough, but when I'm a novelist, her name, will definitely be in every single dedication, in hopes that she'll read something I've done, and maybe, just maybe, it would mean something to her. She showed me that there are multiple sides to every story, and not everyone is as okay as they seem in person. Thank you, so much.
Mrs.Hopkins I can never thank you enough for you amazing novels that you have writen.Its an amazing read and I just love you're books.They had made me realize that life comes with challenges and I always believed that life was what you make it,but its just not that easy.Burned was the first book of yours that I had read and I finished your book in a few hours.It was amazing and when I got to that last page I didn't want the story to end I wanted more and that's when I knew that you were my new favorite author.I can't thank you enough for you have changed the way I see teh world today and the people around me.Thank you so much. -Janice Age 15
Mrs.Hopkins I can never thank you enough for your amazing novels that you have writen.Its an amazing read and I just love you're books.They had made me realize that life comes with challenges and I always believed that life was what you make it,but its just not that easy.Burned was the first book of yours that I had read and I finished your book in a few hours.It was amazing and when I got to that last page I didn't want the story to end I wanted more and that's when I knew that you were my new favorite author.I can't thank you enough for you have changed the way I see the world today and the people around me.Thank you so much. -Janice Age 15
Let me just say, your books have taught me a lot about life. they touch the heart and inspire me to write more and more. I love them! at first I didn't want to read them because of what they looked like. but once i picked up burned, i had to read the rest! I finished crank in one day it was so good! i love, love, love your books. they've inspired the writer in me and all your storys reached deep down inside of me and told me what writing-and life-is really about. Keep Writing!!
I can not belive that someone could write something like the book Burned. You steered my life in a differnt direction and made me want some of my life to be like Pattyn's. Thank you very much for publishing the best book in this world I really really am greatful for this book and such awonderful authour
I own all of your books and just want you to know I love every single one of them. I cant wait for perfect to come out. Also your books have changed some of my views completly. I think your most horrible book is burned and tricks. I dont mean there bad but I mean like what happens in the books. It just disgusts me how people can act like this to there own kids. (in your books like in burned identical tricks the parents were horrible) I wanted to rip my hair out when I read identical. It made me sad/mad about what happened to the girl and what her own DAD did to her when she was a little kid. I want you too know I think you writing these books are actually good for people teaching them whats out there, the dangers, people, etc. Keep writing :)
Thank you Mrs. Hopkins for showing me what can happen in the real world. The first book of yours I read was Burned. I was glued to it all day and finish ruffly around 1:oo am. Since I have dived into nearly all of your books and tried to buy them. i've had no luck, maybe it's 'cause i live in New Zealand. I have enjoyed reading your books so much, i've even got my sister reading them and have begged my friends. I would love to read more of your books and one day be a great author like you. Good luck in future novels.
Ok Ellen your are my favourite wrighter ever. I've been stuck since I read Burned two years ago. I cried at the ending. I have reasontly finished Identical and Impulse. I can really relate to these stories because I'm a twin myself, nearly been pushed over the edge too. I've been looking to buy your everywhere but I just can't find them! Maybe it's 'cause I live in New Zealand. I hope I can find them and be a great author like you.
Out of all the books that I have tried to read, your books really helped. I am terriable at reading,I have struggled at it all my life and your books really hit home for me. They really help me understand my decision for drugs.Since reading your books I have made an aggrement not to ever do them. They are stupid. YOur books show me that drugs are not the right choice, they showed me what would happen if I decided to do them. Your books really help me. Dont stop writeing, your makeing a difference (: Thank you so much for your help. (:
hi, Honestly, I've only read one and a half of your works (burned and the beginning of crank) but on your site, I reread your poems religiously all the time. They're so beautiful and honest, more honest then I'll ever be. I never read poems like yours before which is odviously a good thing. Even in your books the words speak so vividly and just so________(blank space), i just don't have the words to describe your pieces. Even just from reading a little bit of your work I've been hooked in and brought to a new perspective of life. I haven't had a lot of free time to read all your books but i know I'm dedicated enough to make sure I do. Thank you so much.
I want to start by saying that your books are the reason I read again,the reason I write again,and the reason I've realized that through darkness comes light. I first read Crank,of course,and when I found out there was a sequel,I bought Glass,which turned into Fallout,then Impulse,and I'm bled dry but have Identical,Tricks,and Burned waiting on me! And now I hear you have Perfect coming out later this year.Gosh!Your writing style has me hooked.It's different,new,gripping,and pretty freaking awesome! If you ever stop writing,I'll be so sad,but,hey,I think your books you've got so far will last,literally,a lifetime among us young adults :) Thanks for the hope :) --Tristan.
I read. I read a lot. So it's no surprise to me that I saw Crank and bought it. But what I didn't expect was the emotion your writing provoked inside me. I have never felt a more powerful feeling from a single book, and for that I am forever greatful.
Hi Ellen I just wanted to let you know that I am writing a character study based off your work I thought I might like to share it with you =D
“Executions are supposed to be civil,” According to Moore, and he would know best. His 12 great something or other grandfather, became a head shorter for disagreeing with a king the old fashion way. An axe hacking at your neck.
There have been other creative ways, to put a man to death. Send electric currents through his body. Throw him against a wall and a hail of bullets will do the trick. Commonly a criminal is strapped down and poison runs through their veins.
But these methods were made to make death, somewhat painless to the victim. Though some of these methods don’t sound as so, quick is a better word to describe it.
My execution neither quick or is it painless. Though the process will kill me in one quick succession, it’s one of many others like this. It stared hours ago, With some breaks in between. Executions are constant. No such thing as breaks right?
But then again considering the man who is playing the role of my executioner, I really don’t believe I am one bit surprised. My executioner’s a sadist. He wants me to suffer as I am defeated. But he doesn’t know….
I won’t give him the satisfaction.
As death looms closer, I am content with the fact that I lost this battle.
For I looked at this fight like many others I fought as a soldier…..
Mrs. Hopkins, your books have impacted me greatly, I fortunately have never had anything terrible like in your stories happen to me. I started reading crank when i was a freshmen in highschool and was immediatly addicted to your writing, i needed more. Thanks to you I got addicted to books, not drugs, nor sex, but literature. I am socially akward so i dont have many friends, but i find plenty of company when i open one of your books, no matter how many times i have read them. Tricks is my favorite out of them all besides your ever famous crank serious. I just found out Perfect's release date and am so excited. I think my friends are going to shake me back to sanity if i talk about it anymore. Thank you so much for being there through these books. Im sure i speak for alot of teens when saying that.
Ellen, you are probly.. no, you ARE my favorite author. Everytime one of your books comes out that i havent read.. i am the first in line(: i have read your books over and over. These books have introduced me to new things.. and taught me a lot about stuff that i never really knew about. I have always known about the drugs, the sex, the human trafficing, but, the way you write, it just makes you want to have so much more knowlege about it. Just the way you format your books, makes me think that i have read a lot in a short amount of time, just because the pages are so short. I love that(: The latest book that i have read, it Fallout. You havent dissapointed me yet! (: keep up the good work(: P.S. I cannot wait until Perfect comes out! (:
Your books are simply awe-inspiring. I, myself am considering the career of an author. I must say that the time and dedication that you've put into all of your novels; Crank, Glass, Tricks, Identical, etc. have truly, immensely inspired yet another human being looking to find their place in the world, and for that, I am thankful to have found "Crank" by chance, which in turn lead to my reading "Glass", and then "Tricks". I plan to read "Impulse" next. I'm positive that it will be just as stupendous as the three listed before.
Thank you, for following through on all of the struggles that it has taken to write, publish, etc. You have truly changed my life.
Hello =) I've read all your books. They are really good. Most of them I can relate to. They have changed my life. I can't wait until Pefect comes out. Keep writting and I'll keep reading
Ellen Hopkins, I know these books are mainly meant (or read) by girls, but i find that these books are amazing, and I own them all because they are just plain awesome! I find that you are an amazing author, and that your books should be better known! Your books have impacted me and want me to stay reading, they are page turners! I can not wait for your next book Perfect to come out, because on the day it comes out, I am going to buy it, just like I did with the rest of them.....Ellen Hopkins, you are amazing
Sincerely, Josh
P.s: Have you thought of turning your books into movies?
wow, your website helped me a lot in getting information about writers... Most authors are like "yes, I am a writer" and there you go, but you tell how to be an author, and give help to those who want to become one. Plus, your books are in-your-face real. Wow. Thank you Ellen Hopkins!
I would like to start out by saying thank you for all of the books that you have written and published. I am a mother of 2 girls and work for the Police Department and your writting has gelped me in so many ways. There is truth and feeling in what you write. I could only wish that there was more. Please continue writing.
Hello Mrs. Hopkins. My name is Shantell Davis and I wrote to you about 4 years ago in my sophomore year in high school. I just wanted to thank you for all of the books you have written and the books you have yet to write as well. I have read every single one, multiple times, and they get better with every read. You and your books helped me with a pretty big dilemma in my life, and I just wanted to thank you. I hope to see you at the library in Carson or Borders again!
Ms. Hopkins, let me begin by saying i absolutely love reading...especially your books. I'll admit i'm not much of a writer but reading is something i'm passionate about. Your books are absolutely incredible, and as an author you are amazing. You touch on topics that many try to steer clear of, and those attempt to write on these topics have nothing compared to your books. I simply wanted to thankyou for the many hours i got to enjoy reading your books.
I just wanted to say thanks for writting all of these amazing books. I finish one of them in 2-3 days just because I can never put it down. Reading your books are my escape, they distract me & take me away from everything else. Thanks for being my favorite author.
Ellen, you're amazing. The first time i read one of your books i couldn't put it down, i love reading it's like escaping from reality for awhile and becoming part of the book. After reading your book, i hoped to find another, once i did i was so excited to begin reading again. I hope to one day own all of your books and share them with the people in my life and maybe later in life, pass them down to my children.
Keep writing and I'll keep reading. Always, Tamara
Wow. That's the feeling I am left with after reading these books. I first picked up Crank from a friends house and was hooked. I had finished the entire series twice in three weeks! And was ready for round 3. You have truly inspired me. I now write many short stories and poems of my own. Your books got me through the tougher of times, and the better days. I was speechless with Fallout. It really hit home with some stuff going on in my life, and it helped me to stand up to them so I didn't have to be like those sad children torn and broken all because of one persons actions. Now that person is getting help before it's too late. your books are mesmerizing, and I cannot put them down once I've started. Please never stop writing, keep those free verse books flowing, and keep the spirits of people lifted. You are a wonderful writer, and I will continue to read all your new poems, and books as they are released. Thank you so much Ellen Hopkins. Your books will be passed on through the generations, and will make a difference in many peoples lives. Truly inspiring. Sincerely, A very dedicated reader, and poet Natasha Crook
Ellen, your books have an emotional impact on me like no other books do. I can honestly relate to the characters that you create, and each and every one of your books make me see life in a whole new way. Thank you for being brave enough to write about these topics!
Mrs. Hopkins, thank you for your books. I just finished Tricks and these stories broke my heart. The story of Eden was so incredible to me and makes me appreciate the love I share. Your books make me appreciate my life in every aspect. Your words mean so much to so many people and I am so glad that so many of them can find hope in your words. I honestly can't say I have ever felt so much compassion towards a set of books but I love them all. If everyone in the world would read your books the world would be a better place and allow hope for the hopeless and gratefulness to the ungrateful. Thank you so much, Hailey
First I want to start off by saying that I have read many books, I've always been a huge reader, but I had never read anything like your books until last summer. My best friend found your book Crank in our local library and after she read it, she told me how great it was, she made it sound so great that I just had to read it for myself, Iwas amazed at the emotion put into your book, and after that I decided to read Glass, then Identical, and before i knew it, I had read all of read books, and I cant wait for your new book Perfect to come out, it sounds amazing! Thank you for writing all of your amazing books, you are definatly my all time favorite author ! - Savannah
You have return the passion of reading to me,I used to devour books, however, Life, dugs,triumps,and tragidy took it away ..I am 50 + years old and have devoured 5 1/2 of your books in less then 2 months...I look forword to " Perfect " and your soon to be released adult pome storys
I have never been one to read books fast, but with your books I can. When I pick one up, I cannot stop reading it. I really don't want them to end because then I have to wait for the new ones. I have read each one, reread them, and shared them with my friends. Currently I have almost each of my books lent to someone. Your books are incredible and I cannot wait for Perfect to be released!
Mrs Ellen Hopkins, I am a teen who went through an addiction. I was addicted to cocaine for almost 2 years. It is not sommething I am proud of but something I have overcome and I am proud of being clean for over 3 years now. I just recently got introduced to your books by a dear friend of mine and I have barely been able to put them down. I anticipate the release of Prefect. I just really want to say thank you. Your books are amazing and I think to overcome what you and your family has, well that's just wonderful. I can't wait to see what comes next from you. Thank you again. =]
I read your book Crank, and was amazed by it. I can relate to Kristina so much. Trying to be the perfect daughter. Be a goodie two shoes. Do everything right.. Shortly after starting the book Glass(now on page 282) I started living Kristina's life. I started doing coke. And I've found my Trey. He's a drugdealer. I'm not as in deep as she is, and I hope I don't go over the edge.
Ellen, not only are you an amazing author but as you write, you give your characters life. You write in such a way that each and every reader can find a part of themselves in one or more of your characters. I am a recently recovered addict. Never touched the "monster" but I shot up heroin every single day for 2 years. Although I read your books as they came out, I didn't want to admit that the addiction had taken over my life just as you showed in your novels. I had to learn on my own. I have been clean for two months now and have never felt better about. Thank you for hopefully opening the eyes of many about how addiction can take hold of your life and send it into a downward spiral into hell.
Dear E. Hopkins, I think you should know that your books are the only ones I can read more than once. They're just that amazing. I always feel intensely connected to every character in a way I don't believe any other author has made me feel. I'm an aspiring writer, and I want you to know that your books have given me total inspiration to do what I love, and they've taught me how to do it better. If I had a chance to meet anyone, I'd pick you, because I think your stories, and your daughter's stories would be that much more fascinating orally. Thank you for everything you've done for me, your writing has been my escape, just as I'm sure it has been yours. - B. Leduc
omg...i love your books soo much<3 its sad but i can pretty much relate to everything in your books, ive read them all and cant wait for perfect <3 i really cannot tell you how much i love them..imma cutter and i have an eating disorder ive attempted suicide and was sexually abused by my step dad when i was younger, my dads an alcoholic and i live with him in the construction site of a house....hes not a very fun person my mom is a pill head and always have been when i was little my older sister pretty much raised us till we could take care of our selves yeah to sum it all up i had a pretty hard life and thats why i can relate soo well i live in jersey and have my whole life i really wish i could meet you one day cause you are my favorite auther<3 i love you and thank you soo much for your writings!
I have just read Fallout. Your last one of the series Crank, I am so happy the way it ended out. I can't wait to read all of your other books. THe way you put your books together, i've never seen anythiing like it and its amazing. Amazingly written. During the books i've read (Crank, Glass, and Fallout), i actually felt like i knew the people in the books. Like i was with them and walking side by side with the characters. There was one part of Fallout where Summer was doing something and i was like i need to tell Kristina hahah. You really need to consider talking to a director about making them in =to a movie. i bet they would be as faamous as twilight. bc the books Stephanie Meyers write are amazing but im pretty sure yours are better
I have just read Fallout. Your last one of the series Crank, I am so happy the way it ended out. I can't wait to read all of your other books. THe way you put your books together, i've never seen anythiing like it and its amazing. Amazingly written. During the books i've read (Crank, Glass, and Fallout), i actually felt like i knew the people in the books. Like i was with them and walking side by side with the characters. There was one part of Fallout where Summer was doing something and i was like i need to tell Kristina hahah. You really need to consider talking to a director about making them in =to a movie. i bet they would be as faamous as twilight. bc the books Stephanie Meyers write are amazing but im pretty sure yours are better
Mrs. Hopkins... i just wanted to say thankyou from the very bottom of my heart... i was addicted to Crank when i was 15 and my mother read your book and thought of me then she looked up meth users and their symptoms and withdrawls and she connected the dots. I stayed in rehab for a year and i've been clean for five months. I started reading your books and i just wanted to say thankyou for turning my life around. I feel like i owe you so much. You literally saved my life. God bless you.
I never was into reading when i was younger until i found your book Crank. I've read it over a hundred times and everytime it gets better. The same goes for Burned, Impulse, Glass, and Identical. Sadly i have not been able to find Tricks anywhere so i am just starting Fallout. I can't wait for the books coming out in the future. You are and always will be my favorite author. You have changed the way i look at life and i thank you for that!
My teacher in my GED class required us to read and she had your book in her collection. I mainly only picked it up because it was called crank, and well, I was going through a time with cocaine. I only read it for twenty minutes before class was over but I begged the teacher to take it home. Reluctantly she did and I brought it back finished the next day. 5 years later (and clean!) I proudly own every book you have ever written. You are a very amazing artist and I can not wait for your next book. Thank you for sharing your talent and your inspirational stories.
Dear Mrs. Hopkins or Ellen, as you shall like to be called. I would like to start off that it would be amazing if you read this comment. I know I'm one of the million fans out there, but still :-) Ok, so I've read Crank and Glass, and I'm currently reading Fallout just for fun. I have all your books checked out from the library(Impulse, Identical, Tricks, and Burned). I can't wait till Perfect! So far, Crank and Glass have been amazing. In Crank, I realize that drugs are no acception as to 'get away' from reality. I learned to never let your impulses force you to do something you never thought of doing, because sooner or later you will regret it. In Glass, I was shocked. I never would of thought Kristina wouldn't give 1 dime about her baby. I mean, I get that she needs crank, ice, glass, or crystal meth, but you should always make time for your child. It's just, unacceptable. And then steal? Why would you steal, when you know its wrong and it can lead to prison, so forget about jail time. I kinda believe that her mom wouldn't lov eher anymore after everything that she's done but I know that somewhere in Marie's heart, there's a little space where the love is Kristina's. After all, she is her mother. Like I said, I'm currently reading Fallout, and I can't belive anything! SHE HAS FIVE CHILDREN? What a sl*t! And she said she will never be a whore, didn't she? I'm still a bit confused because I don't know if she died according to the drug or if she's still in prison, but I guess I'll have to continue reading in order to find out! Like always, your the best author there is in the world that has opened my eyes and showed me visually what drugs can do to you! Keep writing, and I'll always be here for you even though you probably don't know. By the way, you've really inspired me! I don't know any other writer that has poured there life out in a book, and I think you did that. Thanks for letting us know what happened to your family due to drugs, and now I know to NEVER EVER do drugs! But I'm not the one with the pencil who's writing my story, God is and I only hope that he knows what he's doing. Forever your fan, and reader. -ooo. Isnavys, 13, Florida.
Oh my gosh, your books are amazing! I've read Impulse, Tricks, and Identical. Currently I am working on reading Crank. They're all so amazing! I hope Perfect and Triangles come out soon! I'm eager to buy and read any books with your name on them. Keep writing!! :D
I dont even have words too say about these extrodinary books you have created. Every one tells a liget story about ones life, and shows how horrifying this world can become. Out of everyone one i have read, it creates another view of life in my eyes. It really shows me how imperfect we are, and how temptations can push someone so hard that theres no becoming the same again. These books even have reflected my lifes story, and its almost become a comfort knowing im not alone in my journeys. I cannot give enough thank you's for what you have done for me. You have honestly changed me inside, your books are beyond wonderful. They are completely life changing. No author ive ever seen or read has the over all guts to reveal the worlds secrets hidden behind, like all other authors just try to cover up. you imbrace the worlds faults in such a truthfull manner. At 13, i most defently envy you Ellen. Thank you ever so much. haylee lewis:)
hi Mrs. Hopkins i love your books so, so much. They are really awesome books. I cant wait for your new book to come out. I have read a lot of them and even read some of them over again beause they were just so good. I got my sisters and my mom started on them now and they all even like it. I love your books so much. They are ver interesting and they keep you there and when i read them they like pull me into the book and its like i am there watching everything they do but you are a huge insperation to me Mrs. hopkins. Is your new book gonna be by itself or is it gonna be part of a series like the crank series.
I don't want to sound all sappy, so I'll leave it to saying, well done.
I never became attached to an author until I discovered you. Every time I read one of your books I become so attached to each character. Never have I picked up a book and felt so much emotion with just the first few pages. It was as if I could just jump inside the book and become apart of it all. It's such an amazing experience, one I'll never forget. So thank you.
Whenever I find something I like, I don't ever want to let it go. You're books are like that for me. I don't know how you do it. Well, talent of course. But, I never thought in my life that someone could write down words and make you feel as if it were your own life that you were reading, even if it sounded nothing like you. You could feel everything they felt, without even trying. It's like you could see everything play out in front of your eyes. But not like a movie. Like you were there. Like YOU were the one experiencing it.
I will always appreciate the books written by Ellen Hopkins sitting on the top of my bookshelf. I hope that you keep writing for as long as life lets you. You will always be a gift to my heart for as long as I live.
Ellen, you are an amazing writer. Your books hooked me around the middle of my sophomore year. I was and still am going through a rough time. It was an escape more so to be able to read about other teens going through similar things that I am. I love your books SO SO much. You're an amazing person. I'll never understand how you can write with so vivid detail and get things so, down to the key of what many teenagers are going through. I just found out literally, 5 minutes ago that Kristina and her son "Hunter" are real people. I never knew that which, I guess in a round about twisted way, makes me feel better. Not because real people deal with that, but because it shows that so many people have all these issues, and it's really intriguing to know this actually happened to someone. You're my favorite author. I'm currently reading "Identical". I've already read all your other books and currently anticipating your upcoming ones. I'm very much looking forward to "Triangles". It will be very interesting to see things through an adults eyes in a way teens can understand and be able to read. I honestly, don't want them to make movies out of your books. It takes away the meaningfulness of the books when people do that. That's just my opinion. Anyway, thank you for writing. You've changed my life in so many ways believe it or not. Keep writing and remember, so many people are behind you and look forward to many more books.
My sophomore year in high school I was skimming the library for a good read. I saw a large bright red book. The title was Impulse and the font was strange. Any book with such an interesting appearance must be interesting, right? I checked it out and within a couple pages, I was hooked. I have read all of the books by Ellen Hopkins now and will proudly announce that she is my all time favorite author. I recommend these books to everyone and I'm always thanked for it because now their hooked too.
Dear Ellen, My name is Arianna. I am 16 years old and i live in Fresno California. I wanted to take this time and tell you how great a writer you are. You have a very amazing way with words that touch so many hearts. I got hooked on your books. I started with impulse,then glass(which i soon read crank after, and glass made a lot more sense lol) then i read burned which was soooo sad at the end! and oh my gosh identical was so crazy! buttttt i have read all your books and finished them within a week. I could never put them down. You are my favorite writer and i want you to just know that out in this crazy world people care about you that dont even know you<3 Well i hope one day i can meet you. Find me on FaceBook please!! Under Arianna Panster. Or Arianna Clelline. Love you girl!
hi hellen..ive read all your bookz andd i completely love them..i cant wait for perfect to comee out...i specially love impulse...i wanted to cry at the end with conner and i was totally pissed at his mother how can she be so cold? ugh!hope you keep having a succesful career
Ellen, I started reading your books with Crank and couldn't put it down. Ever since, I have read/bought all of them (multiple times) and anxiously await the arrival of your newest writings...I too went through the same addiction as your daughter and was luckily pulled out by family just in time. I love your writing and you are truly my favorite author and always will be! You have had such a huge impact on my life! I pray that you never stop writing. Thank you for being the great person you are, though I have never met you I can promise I will never forget you! I even picked up writing myself You are amazing and I hope one day I will be able to shake your hand and thank you in person for everything you have done for me!
I just want to say that Mrs. Hopkins, your books are really good. I love reading them. When I read them, I see another side of life that I've never seen before. Your books, well what else can I say about them? In your books, they show the good, the bad, and the ugly. All I wanted to say is thank you for writing these books. They are really good.
Your books truly inspire me. The way you use poetry so perfectly in the flow of your writing and how it affects the intensity of your story is so amazing. Your books have showed me that no matter how much your life has fallen apart, despite the mistakes you have made, there is always the chance to make it right, as long as you want it bad enough. Thank you for inspiring me to write my own books and poetry and I am looking forward to meeting you in a couple of weeks when you come to Saint Rose! Never stop writing, you are a true hero!
I've scanned your comments and see that many people feel the same way about your books that I do. Your books are raw, riveting and pure. I'm glad a writer has finally had the courage to stop filtering the real world. I read your books for the beautiful style, incredible stories and most importantly to read about characters that have a hint of me in each one. Impulse in particular was the first book I really related to because I struggled with suicidal thoughts because I'm gay (lesbian same difference) so thank you for giving me a voice, be it a prettier voice than my own.
dear miss hopkins yes you are the best writer out there but what I hope you under stand that you have saved lives with your writing so do not stop please there are so many more lives that can be saved with your writing
Mrs. Hopkins, you have changed my life. I'm not just saying that. When I read Crank, it pulled me in. It took me into the story and I couldn't put it down. When I did, it was almost painful. I would pick the book up again and be engulfed into a different world where I was the character. You're books are different from other that I have read, I think it's because your characters are usually young adults. Which makes it easier for people like me to relate to. It's what I love about all of your works, even though I may never have gone through what one of the characters has gone through, I can still compare and feel how they feel. The one book that I related to the most was Impulse, it's because I could relate to Vanessa so well. I won't put why, because if people or you read this, they should already know why. You've become my favorite author of all time. That's not an under or over-statement. It's the truth. You're the reason that I've changed and helped people see the light. Because the light is there, most people can't see it. I couldn't see it until I started reading your books. I'm excited for Perfect to come out, because I know it's going to be a great one. No denying that. So thank you so much Mrs. Hopkins, for helping me with my struggles. There is no way that I could thank you enough.
I'd have to say.. Your books changed me, completely. And inspired me to write even more than I've done before. You just have so much emotion and devotion to your work it amazes me. Impluse has made it to my second favorite book ever. I related to the way the characters in the book. For a fifteen year old like me, I think anyone could understand. I love your books so much, I haven't been a big fan of any other authors before like I am with you. Even though, I love reading. I hope to read Fallout when it comes out. As well as Perfect, please don't stop writing, Mrs. Hopkins. You've made such a difference to your readers. I also hope to meet you someday! You are my inspiration :)Thank you so much!
I have read all of your YA books, and I am currently anticipating the release of Triangles, and Perfect! I just finished Fallout, It wasn't like I excepted, at all. It was a perfect end to the trilogy. I absolutely fell inlove with Kristina and her crazed life, to be honest I couldn't get enough, I still want more her. As for your other novels, Identical impacted me most. It really helped me deal with some things. But I hope you keep writing and I'll keep reading!
thank you so much for writing these stories of truth, compassion, wisdom & last but not least love. you have inspired me & my life, just finishing reading your latest novel & final installment of kristina's tale, i was breathless, taken away but mostly awestruck. thank you for writing about something other than vampires, dragons, and other mythical things, to write about something that matters.
Ellen, you are the best author ever. iim 13 and i had a friend that was depressed. i started reading these books and thats when i finnaly realized she wanted my help. Thank you for writting and you have inspired me to start wrighting a book myself. dont worry i wont copy or take any of your ideas.
Ms. Hopkins, thank you so much for being an awesome writer because your books are absolutely life changing. Crank and Glass are so intense and interesting I cant wait to get fallout. And im soo excited for Perfect. im a slow reader so i havent gotten to Impulse, Tricks, Burned and Identical but i can already tell there amazing. Im a person who judges books by its cover and you make the covers so interesting that i had to see what your books were about. Now were doing a author research project in my english class and i really hope my teacher will let me have you as my author. Thank you so much for being a writer.
Mrs. Hopkins i remember the day you came to my school and introdced your books to us. And let me tell you i'm so happy you did i right away bought crank impulse and glass... just now i bought identical and its been 3 days i'm almost finished with it. i've never been so into books before. i cant wait to collect the whole collection. they have showed me that reading can be interesting i hope your series doesn't stop at perfect cause i would be so sad... Thank you for writing your books and cant wait to read more... By the way you should really make another apperence in Colorado i would love to have all my books autographed and speak to you again.
Mrs. Hopkins, Your writing is amazing. Your books have impacted me in many ways. I can relate to all of the characters in Impluse in many ways, and I have learned from all of the other characters in every book. Your books have made me realize that no matter how hard things get, i can choose to find a way out of it and get help, or take the other route and continue to do things such as cutting, drinking, and smoking. Your writing has also inspired me to write poetry, and what better way than to write about my feelings or doing something. For example, cutting, instead of actually doing it i write about what might have happened if i did do it, and i feel much better. Thank you so much Mrs. Hopkins. I cannot wait to read Perfect when it comes out in Sept.
i have read all your books within a motnh. then a couple of months later i read them a second time. then a third. i was truly inspired by your books. at the time i thought my life was.....suckish (i hope you dont mind me sayin suckish on account of it not bein a word and your an amazing poet:) when i read your books, kristina (aka Bree), Conner, Vannessa, Tony, Summer, Raleigh, Kaleigh, and every other character in your books hav tought me a lesson. my life is perfect (btw i cant wait for that book to come out) compared to all their lives. if i had money i would own all your books. thank you so much. the world needs people with your talent.
Ellen, you truly inspired me. You've helped me with my poetry and by making me more comfortable in my own skin. I love your books and i owe you more then you could imagine. Thank you. Keep writing. Your uniqwue style of writing is monumentaly awesome! You rock :D
my 20 year old daughter just read 5 of your books in a month: crank, glass, fall-out, burned, and last was identical...did any of your characters try to commit suicide using an epipen? after finishing Identical, my daughter tried to kill herself with an overdose of midol and stabbing her chest with an epipen....she often told me about what she was reading and i know your themes deal with dark and difficult subjects....can teens really handle the content? My 20 yr old daughter did not handle your books well, even though she was quite addicted to reading them morning noon and night. She is currently in the hospital and i did not let her take your book Impulse with her... did you ever describe a character using an epipen in a suicide attempt? Why do you think your books are so popular with young readers? please answer me, Donna Jean
Ellen, Its hard to read a book and face the words of my own life. I take comfort in your books, I look at them as a daily reminder that i'm not the only one who is hiding scars and tuning out memories. I still find myself locked away from the world and only let few in. I wonder if the people whose stories you share also feel the same as me. Being surrounded by people, having them claim to be your best friend and they know you best, when really what they know only scratches the top of my surface...
I want to thank you. You are my inspiration and your books a true part of who I was and am.
Mrs. Ellen Hopkins, your books are a beautiful pieces of work. Very insperational. I've been reading your books for about two years now, and they're my all-time favorites by far. I hope to meet you in the future, becuase you are a role model to me. You have influenced me to write my own poetry and stories about my self mutualtion disorter I suffered with for the last few years of my life. I have reciently stoped, and a lot of your books have a strong impact on my stop of going back to the blade. I thank you with all my heart. Very much love and appreciation, Heather
Ellen Hopkins has helped me realize that the way I used to deal with my problems, by cutting and suicide attempts, was not the way to go, and in showing me this through her writing has saved my life. Impulse was the first book I read and I absoulutley can NOT get enough of her writing. I have related to each and every book on a personal level. In reading all of her books, each one has had a different impact on my life and makes me realize that the decisions I make now will always follow me, haunt me, make me, or break me. She is my favorite author and when I ran out of books to read I had no idea what to do! I hope that someday my writing can be as big of an impact on someones life as Ellen has done for me. You are truly an inspiration Mrs. Hopkins! Thank you so much and PLEASE continue on with your career you will always have supporters! Christina
Thank You ! , Your Books Are Simply Amazing. I First Came Across Your Books In The 7th Grade , The First One I Read Was Impulse , I Loved It. I Then Moved On Too Read Crank , I Couldnt Believe It But As Soon As I Started I Couldnt Stop Reading. I Continued On Too Glass , And I Recently Finished Fallout , And I Cried , Because I Can Relate. Those Three Books Are Exactly Like Real Life. I Cant Wait To Read Tricks And Perfect When Its Released. Hope You Continue Too Write More <3
Ellen i think you are a wonderful writer. You inspire me so much alot of your books outline, my life each time i read a sentance from your best sellers crank and glass make me so happy that i am sober still today. you are amazing i look forward to future books. :)
Thank you so much for your books they changed my life I have not read tricks or identical yet I have to save up to buy them but fallout was amazing when I heard that it was the next book I never expected it to be from her kids point of view it proves that what you do to yourself by use of drugs it doesnt just affect you and impulse was amazing how you can recover from alot and I cried when my favorite character commited suicide and burned was great I just wonder did she do what she planned to so in the end Im so sorry that she lost her child and her love and I hope she recovers your characters are so real they are like my best friend thank you for writing such life changing books your books have helped me through a lot (I have dogs and they dont always use the outside for some reason so when Im shampooing the carpets im reading your books xD)
iv been reading your books for years i love them everything seems so real. But what i wanted to is is if you do read these posts you should talk to somebody about makeing your books into movies. But i love your book and hope you keep writeing. Thank You
Thank you so much for writing such good books! I just barely got started reading Crank, and it's already got me hooked. My friend Jessica introduced me to your books, and so far I love them! The messages you put into your writing are so inspiring!
Ellen, you have seriously impacted my life with you books, most of which I could relate to very much. And now reading the information on your new book "perfect" I can't wait for it to come our. And I can't believe I have to wait 6 months for it! But I am sure it is worth it. Thank you so much for writing such great books and thank you for actually changing my life and helping me through it. ~Emilee
I loved the novel CRANK it gave me a new prospective on drugs. I know I might do some once but that will be in a big time of peer pressure. I have never wanted to use any kind of drug. And the novel CRANK gave me more of the reason not to do or even joke about drugs. Thank you so much Ellen Hopkins. Sincerely, L.
All I can say is wow...never once have i appreciated literature like i have after reading your books. They're so full of life and understanding of struggles that people face everyday. Everytime i begin to read one of your books, I never want it to end. My life has been everything but perfect which is why your books mean so much to me, because they've opened my eyes into realizing that life is what I choose to make it and I am the one who controls my happiness. It is because of your books that I have the strength and outlook on life that I do now. I can genuinely say your books are unbelievable and I will forever be a fan. I look forwatd to reading all your books to come and hope you continue to create the beautiful masterpieces you have already begun.
Thank you for instilling power, strength and the ability to see beauty in myself. Hilorie
I have read almost all of your books crank,glass,identical,impulse,&burnedThese books inspire me in a way I didnt know a book could. You inspire me you have such brilliant writing & i thankyou for sharing it with the world. I just finished burned& Pattyns story touched me. The book was genious my favorite even though its truely sad. You have made a huge impact on my life without your books i dont know what would entertain me. I hope you keep on writing these facinating books so I can continue to read them. Thankyou so much Ellen you truely have a gift of writing..
I know you probably get this a lot but your are such an inspiring woman and a great author. You should really consider in trying to make Crank, Glass, and Fallout into a movie. You would get a lot of hits off of it. I know I would buy it. Your books are so interesting and realistic, I can really relate. Thank you for your time. Please keep writing, Emily Martin.
Ellen Hopkins, Thank you so much for your awesome books. Not only are they great books that help people see what truely can go on in teens lifes in this crazy world, but they also help teens who go through though things in their lives such as what your books are about. It helps those teens feel they are not alone. Also helps them through those though times because they learn what choices could hurt them terribaly. Your books did this with me and I re-read them all the time just keep everything in my mind and keep getting me through. Thank you Ellen Hopkins.
I've told you before how much I love you, but my love for you and your writing has shown me a new light. Each of your books have held me tight since the moment I picked it up, I've read many of them more than once. Your writing refreshes my strive to live. I may have fallen deep into depression but your writing can bring me out of myself and once again bring me happiness. Thank you.
I adore your books, there A-M-A-Z-I-N-G ! I love them . Your writing always inspiers me to write more. I love writing and it would be a dream of mine if i became a writer. I have read all your books and i am a BIG BIG fan of your writing. The style of your writing is so interesting and easy to read. I am so excited to read 'Perfect', guessing that it will be another amazing book. I own all your books and i cant wait till 'Perfect' comes out ! You are one of my role models , and your books have changed my life forever, you are my favorite author ! And i would love to meet you and for you to write more amazing stories.
Thank you so much, And i hope you know that you have changed many lives for the good,
Dear Mrs. Hopkins...I was never much of a reader and I'm still not but until my friend Hannah told me I should read Impulse & then she let me borrow it...by the first, couple or so pages I just thought I NEED to read all your other books. I cant believe conner killed himself and Tony & Vanessa falling in love? i was confused. I felt like i was a part of it. no matter, that book was the best book i've ever read in my whole entire life....so far. Thank you for writing these books so teens like me can enjoy them XD!!!!!!!!!!
i have to say thank you. you're unique way of telling a story through poetry, has impacted my own writing style. yes i'm still young, and don't plan on writing a book any time soon, i just wanted to say that your books give me hope, that one day i can be a successful writer :)
I am in my late twenties and am a huge fan of your books. I thank you for such amazing detail in your stories. I have never in my years, been so eager to read and captured by one book, let alone eight by the same author . Thank you so much for these amazing books!
Dear, Ellen Hopkins i have read all you're books and i truly think that you are one amazing author. Ive learned alot about my self and other people from reading you're books. I have all of them and im planning on getting perfect when it comes out(:. Well you're books helped me get through alot of stuff and im glad that i read all of you're books there all amazing. Well thanks for helping(: Thank you Ellen:] Marissa.
Mrs. Hopkins, I am sure that you get a lot of fans saying many things, and I am also sure all those fans mean them. I am just one fan in many, but I do hope my words really reach your ears. Your books are nothing less then unbelievable. I am a very young writer who hopes that one day my dreams will become reality, and really that is it. I face a lot of things everyday that aren't as dramatic as the things that happen to the people in your books... but they hit me hard, and reading your books teaches me more about life then writing, but it also teaches me how to write about life.
I used to write poetry differently... in a way I censored things... but after reading your books and some pages on your website I realize poetry is not meant to be censored, or rhymed... it is just meant to be SAID.
I first saw the book CRANK in my schools library, and to be honest, the simplicity and boldness of the cover alone brought me in. I picked it up and read a few pages, immediately wanting more. I had never willingly borrowed a book out of the library before. I went home and could not put it down! Ever since, I have been hooked to your novels. I anticipate every new novel and frequently check the site for new updates. I think my favourite, overall, is IDENTICAL. Your writing style drags me in and makes me keep reading and reading for hours! Looking forward to reading some more from you! Keep on writing, you are fantastic a truly an amazingly creative writer. Very inspiring!! :)
YOUR BOOKS ARE THE BOMB...WHEN I FIRST READ BURNED I WAS LIKE DAMN THEY NEEDA TEACH THIS IN SCHOOL, LIKE FOR REAL IT BLOW MY MIND WHAT HAPPEN TO PATTYN ...BUT I JUST WANNA LET YOU KNOW YOU'VE WROTE A GREAT BOOK AND I ENCOURAGE YOU TO WRITE SIMILIAR BOOKS...IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN MY FIRST BOOK TO READ FROM YOU BUT IT AINT THE LAST...KEEP IT UP!!
You are by far the best author on earth..I've read ALL of your books, & now waiting in suspense to read your new one 'Perfect' to come out :)..I love the way you write in such a poetic form. Your books are deffinately what EVERYONE should be reading no matter what age. Your books 'Crank' & 'Glass' show how much life can go down the drain by the choices one makes. All of your books show the REALITY on life & just how life REALLY happens. It's not just some dumb old fairy tale. Anyway, i envy you. ha :) Don't stop writing :) --Victoria Lopez/Cashion High School
I am so lucky to have you come to my school. Lucky that everything in my life landed me here. Reading a million words at my new school to get away from the anxiety and depression, which means I get to have breakfast with you. (along with the others who read a million words too of course.) I don't know what it will be like meeting you. I tend to want to spill my life story but even if you coming to my school has nothing to do with personal desires, the English teachers have almost all your books and they tell us to read them and get to know you. I read Identical first and that was a miracle. I have suffered from sexual abuse and I learned i my self might have a split personality due to childhood trauma but I believe it's mild. Either way your books enlightened me. I must face my depression so that I won't no longer have fear and keep bottling things up. Once you start it's hard to stop because the frustration that no one understands you bums you out whichs means more to bottle up. For my family and friends it's like started a movie at the climax. So much you missed out on and don't understand. I guess that's why I tend to want someone to care about me and just listen without me asking for that because doing that makes it all go away to where my courage and the bad and good memories hide. one favor I hope you do for me is read The Celestine Prophecy. It gave me hope. A reason to heal my self. And reading your LiveJournal. The comments. Reading that adults are out there putting faith into young folks like me. That we can put more heaven on earth. It's my dream to learn Reiki but more to simply heal no matter how I do it. One day I'm going to meet awesome people like you and I want to be ready and not vulnerable like I am now. I don't know what help this does for you. I guess it's selfish that I'm probably writing because my mind is easier to access when I'm typing (gosh I with I knew why. I am extremely pressure sensitive but how did that happen?) but I don't know what you think. Maybe like me, it's really comforting hearing someone encourages peace, true love (as Thich Nhat Hanh taught me), mindfulness. and selflessness. But anyway, I really just wanted to send my energy of gratitude of you and your will of selflessness for young adults like me. i hope you don't make this awkward if you read this before i meet you and point me out when we meet. because I truly avoid attention. I fear panic attacks and attacks from others. if it helps you understand, if it weren't for my family I would hide from civilization and meditate until I'm emotionally and mentally healed. I tend to hold my breathe and my body (for me) severely tenses up. much love, kari / big fan
Thank you writing those books. I really enjoyed them all. I got my friend to read crank, and she now has stop doing drugs do to the book. And i thank you for that you really impacted her life!!!
Well hello there MS>ELLEN HOPKINS<3. I would love to thank you for been such an inspiration. You are like my favorite author of all time.I remember that I used to hate reading so much until my best friend Mario<3 told me to read Crank it was amazing so he told me hey if you really liked it you should read burned(I cryed):"(. So guess what I did! I love the books so much because I could relate to some of the stories. Some of the ways the characters feel is what I feel and whats happening to me in like except for the part of been pregnant.:D. I so think you should make movies of all your books.
Absolutely Beautiful writing. I just finished Crank and Glass (in less than 48 hours). Once I started reading, I couldn't put either of them down. Not only were they brilliantly written but also very true to life. Thank you
Thank you so much Mrs. Hopkins! I have to addmit I really thought the books look stupid my friends read them and said they were good but I did not believe them. Then I picked up crank, I could not put it down, I found myself repeating pages from the book. I could not put it down! After I read crank and glass I stumbbled over impulse. I have to tell you Impulse affected me the most. I have been just like these characters Felt the same way and been the smae place. When ever I start to feel depressed all I have to do is pick up this book becasue I know it will help me get throught it. I have read all the books out so far and am very excited for perfect to come out I can't waite. I just want to thank you for writting these beautiful stories of real life people, they have touched me. I will always remember these books there somwthign that stays with you forever. THANKS!
i abosolutly am a huge fan of your books thank you so much for writting these books, they make such a huge impact upon me, im so sad that theres only 2more books i havnt read yet. i read all the rest atleast twice now. there absolutly fantastic, i cannot put them down. im going to be so sad when theres nothing else to read from your, ellen hopkins your such a phanominal writter. thanks so much, britny.
Hmm I Almost Laughed Throughout The Book Of Impulse (Which Is The Only Book Ive Read From Your Many Novels......And It Wont Be The Last) It Almost Made ME Feel Like You Were Spying On Me This Whole Time And Wrote A Book About My Life, My Thoughts, My Actions. I Moved To Fort Worth, TX When I Was In Third Grade After A Horrible Incident In Corona, California. Here I Expirienced Everything. Inside JPS Hospital, Stands Trinity Springs Pavilion For Psychiatric Services, A Place Only Crazy People Go To, A Place Normal People Dont Even Realize Exists. Where i Spent Countless Days For Overdose, One summer, And Self Mutilation Or Self-Harm Or Self-Injury, Whatever You Want TO Call It. I Even Remember 7:30 Medication Time && Mr. Mike Who Was The Guy That Talked During Group Session. Im 17 And I Havent Been Back There For Almost 8 Months. But I Have A Feeling Im Going To Be There Again Pretty Soon. After Reading Your Book Though, Ive Thought Longer About What To Do. It Didnt Change My Mind, But It Made Me Think, Something I Always Do Although This Time Was Very Different. I Really Enjoyed Your Book, And Im Looking Foward To Reading The Others. I Hope To Get In Touch With You One Day To Ask You Only ONE Question That Circles MY Head. Until Then, Thank you:)
(Oh Yeah,Im ALso A Lutheran......We Have Lots In Common)
Your books have changed my life! I want to thank you so much for giving your time to write these books and change young peoples lives. I have told all my friends about your books and I have had a lot of them read them. I love Impulse the most. I have read them all over and over again. Everytime a new book of yours comes out I go right to the book store and buy it. I can't wait to read the ones to come.
You are an amazing writer. I am currently reading all your books and im hoping to see more as i grow older!:) your books keep me going everyday. Id rather read your books then do anything else. Your books have changed my life. Ive been thru some of the things the people in your books have. im so thankful to read your books. thank you so much.
I can relate to all the struggles your daughter went through and i appreciate you putting her story out there for people like me who needed something showing that the people around me are effected by what i choose to do. I am so incredible moved and motivated by your stories and i love the way you write them. I love reading and your books are my favorites. Thank you so much.
Ellen, You are my favorite author. I started a few years ago by reading Crank and was hooked from the start. I love your unique style of writing and the way words on the page sometimes form a picture. I am currently reading Tricks and it is phenomenal. I love stories about teenage struggle as I have been through a lot in my young life. Your books help me through hard times and make me realize no matter how hard life gets, it can always get better. Thank you, thank you and thank you. Keep the amazing novels coming please! Katie P.S. Can't wait for Perfect!
I just finished Burned and the ending killed me. Pattyn and Ethan were perfect for each other. I would love to find that in real life. But you are an amazing author and I can't wait to read the rest of your books. My goal is to finish all of them before Perfect comes out. Thank you soooo much, Amanda
thank you so much for putting tour books out there for us young people to read. they have all helped me to be a better person and to make better choices in m y own life. tricks was a subject that was very touchy, yet you took on the burden and made it into beautiful art. thank you again.
wow!.....i have no other words for you! your books are just WOW! at the end of each of them they leave me speechless but satisified And wanting more! i read your book crank in 6hrs.! i couldn't put the book down. when i'm not reading your books i feel anxious to read another. You also taught me that even if i take a wrong time i can always turn it around! there's always a positive side and that i should never touch the "monster". i love the way you keep me reading between the lines and always keep me guessing. Thank you for everything and KEEP WRITING BOOKS! THANKS AGAIN, SIA
Your books have had such a great impact on my life, they really keep me going. I am so happy that I stumbled upon Crank two years ago, and became addicted to your books. I can really connect to some of your characters, and I just want to thank you for writing these books, and don't ever stop, because I look forward to each one. (I cannot wait for Perfect!) Thank you so much. Jeana
thank you for being the best author. i heard of u from a friend of mine. im currently reading the crank series:crank, glass, fallout. the library's only have one of each of ur books and they are always checked out. but i put a hold on 'em so when they come in i have 'em.
I'll start off with the fact that I'm absolutely in love eith your books. I've read every single one, and I'm eagerly awaiting Perfect that comes out in September. But what is so great about these books is how real they are. I too had a battle with drugs that nearly tore away everything I had worked to acheive. During my recovery and fight back, I read Crank, and I was instantly hooked. It was your booksthat gave me the strength to know that there was someone else out there, and that my choices affected everyone around me. So thank you so much.
Ellen Hopkins, Your books are amazing and I can not get enough of them! A friend introduced me to your books my senior year of high school and I automatically fell in love. Reading your books make me think alot about my life and my past. I have experienced some of the challenges mentioned in more than one book. It has opened my eyes to so much and I would just like to say thank you! I look forward to your new releases to come!
Dear Ellen Hopkins, Your books will save a loot of lives. show people; parents and kids, the realities of addiction and sexual abuse. It'll teach them how to save lives, make changes that they will desperately need to succeed. I'm writing a book now, i'm actually almost done. It's halfway inspired by you. So thanks. It shows my side of the story, where i struggle with suicidal tendencies, drugs, and love. The high school life; only more deeper in depth. Your books drag me in from the very beginning and the format is so unique. you inspire me hugely Ellen. I want my book, to turn out like yours. One Of Your Biigest Fans, Janell Kristene.
I love your books! Before reading your books I absolutely could not find a book! You are most deffinately my favorite author! Ive read all of your books atleast once if not more! You are awesome!
Hell-o my name is Joshua D. Planchon and i was recently handicaped from a car wreak i brook my neck and when i woke up, my mom and my girl friend had bought me the ellen hopkin's books, i had read crank and glass already in high school a couple years ago. but they gave me tricks befor i started to get movement back in my hands people looked at me crazy, a kid carring around a book he cant read, but after time went by i worked that dam book till my hand had caluses, i finaly finished it after haven the book for 3 months... Ellen i thank you for your wonderful books and with the help in gettin better now cents i have read that book i now can read anything i wannt. thank you again
reading your book implse has left me speachless i can compare my own life to them and their experiences. i am truly touched by your books and i plan to read the rest of your books and be amazed some more. i am also doing an author study on you so, because you are amazing.
Ellen Hopkins, Your book Fallout has changed my life. I have recently bought it and have read it over ten times. You have changed my life. I can relate to all three of Autumn's, Hunter's, and Summer's stories. They all fit me perfectly in how I've been affected by my father's abuse of drugs. He didn't use meth, thank god, but he's used marijuana and was a former alcoholic. He might be an alcoholic still. I'm unsure. He's so far out of it I'm not sure. Thank you for these books, I tear up and get goosebumps whenever I read fallout. If I ever get the chance to meet you I would thank you many times. I apologize if this sounds repetive, but you are an inspiration to me. Thank you.
Mrs. Hopkins..... I must you, you really hit the nail on the head with all of your books. As a teenager with bipolar disorder, "Impulse";s Vanessa hit hard, and hit home. You made me realize that I'm not the only girl with these emotional problems, and that I CAN get help. Thank you so much. - Katt
When I finish reading one of your books, I feel like I lose a friend, But I am happy because you are such an amazing author, and your stories give me knowledge. When I saw "Fallout" in the new section at my school's library, My eyes lit up. Thank You Ms. Hopkins.
Mrs. Elle you are great! Not only have you helped educate readers about the directions to not go in, you have also brought us teens voice and given us reassurance that there are ppl who have the same feelings as us and helped us understand its not the end of the world ANYONE WHO CAN DO THAT IS GIFTED BY GOD HIMSELF may he continue to bless you to do more amazing work!
the books crank glass and fallout literally changed my life. my mom is a meth addict and it helped me get in her head a little bit in a way. it made me laugh and cry and think about my life as well. you couldnt explain the monster better, it ruins lives. Fallout was the easiest to relate to because ive been in all of their situations and having a mother addicted to men and the monster is destroying. i hope people will understand more, i know i did after reading those books. thank you.
Thank you so much for ALL of your books. I will always read them. The Crank ,Glass, and Fallout as helped me get over alot of stuff in my life. And Identical is an asmzing book I love them all and really cant wait for Perfect. Hope you keep priting new ones. I really love your books Thank you so much
Thanks, Ellen Hopkins you have made me happy about reading i love to read your books. before your books, i never ever wanted to read. I hated it dreded reading! I love your books cause even though i have never experienced what any of your people go through i feel like i understand it. and they are all amazing books cannot wait to read fallout.
I LOVE ALL OF YOUR BOOKS!! TH LAST ONE I HAVE TO READ IS IDENTICAL!!! I JUST FINISHED BURN LAST NIGHT READ UNTIL 2 AM! SHOCKED BY THE ENDING I COULDNT EVEN SLEEP!! ANYWAYS I CAN RELATE TO CRANK AND GLASS BEING AN ADDICT OF METH AS WELL. BUT ONCE I GOT PREGNANT I GAVE IT ALL UP! AND HAVENT TOUCHED IT SINCE! MY SON IS NOW 4 YEARS OLD AND IM SO GLAD I DIDNT SCREW UP LIKE KRISTINA... LIKE MY MOTHER DID!!!! THANK YOU FOR WRITING THE WAY YOU DO AND KEEP PUTTING OUT THESE AMAZING BOOKS!!! I LOVE THEM AND AM CONSTANTLY GETTING ALL MY FRIENDS TO READ THEM!! CANT WAIT FOR YOUR NEW BOOK COMING IN SEPTEMBER!!!! GRACE
Oh my gosh! I am in love with your books, I can never put them down. I only like books that are realistic and that can actually happen. well i just wanted to say, Thank you for sharing your very special talent! I can't wait to read the rest of our books, I have read Crank, Glass, And Fallout so far....AMAZING!!! Then again Thank You!
I love your books. There is no other way to put it. They are inspiring and sad and utterly heartbreaking, but also the most amazing books I have ever read. You are a mind-blowing writer, and I will keep reading your books for the rest of my life!
Dear Mrs. Hopkins, I wanted to say thank you for writing your books. You've inspired me both as a poet and an author that I can combine the two and create something beautiful out of it. Thank you so much :)
Dear Mrs. Hopkins, i have yet to read all of your books. actually i just started reading them. in 2 days time i read identical and crank. your books are such an inspiration to me. they have to be the best books i have ever read. i am going to buy the rest of your books tonight so i can read them. you are my new favorite author and i cannot wait to read the rest of your books. i know you dont have the time but it would be amazing if you could make a visit to my school. everyone there loves your books just as much as i do. you've changed the way that i look at life and how people struggle and we all dont have it easy. i cant say thank you enough for just being an amazing author.
Ellen, your books are incredible. I was introduced to you novels through a Young Adult Literature class that I took in High School and they helped me find joy in reading. When I read Impulse, I felt like the characters in the novel were speaking directly to me. I went through a similar experience as the characters and every time I read Impulse it brings me back to that place. When I have negative thoughts, I open Impulse and through the characters I find the strength to keep going. I used to view reading as a chore. Now that I am in college, I pick up one of your novels to escape from the boring science texts I read for class. If it wasn't for your writing, I would never pick up any reading material that isn't assigned for class.
I can't begin to tell you how your books have influenced me in my life. I have every single one of your books and I can't stop reading them. I can relate to the characters emotions, feelings and actions in so many ways and just being able to connect with them helps me in my own ways. You are by far the best writter in my eyes. Thank you so much, I can't wait for perfect to come out!!!
in a about my seventh year of school i was a hard core drug user. it was the only life iknown because my mother was one and she died of an overdose when i turned 13 and i couldnt ever let it go so when i started my 8th grade of school i was still using drugs and then i would cry my stelf to slep everynight then one of my boyfriends at the time showed me a world that i didnt know of cutting shocking word to say but yeah its there nothing could erase the scares on my arms legs all over i should say then me and my boyfriend broke up after seen what i did i would eat for days tell end i look like a sketeon and i still cut and used drugs my spiral was so huge there was no way i could get out of it then grade 9 i think it was i was 15 at the time and i seen one of your books and read it and it made me cry then i started looking back on my life and seen that wasnt a life and it isnt going to be the life i bring my little son into so now i am sixteen and trying to change my ways but i cant do it right. the only way i can make money is by prositution but i dont want to. my life is such a mess and with no one to help me i turm to you. cuz my son is gone they took him from me but at least he well be living the life that i dreamed for hiim.
Well I started reading the first book when it came out in 2004, Crank and I have just been attatched to all of Ellen's books ever since. Having struggled with my own teen trama, these books really helped cope with life and find something to relate to. I just finished fallout and was amazed at this depressing but amazing journy ellen took us through with Kristinas life. I am so sad this is the last book of the triligy but am looking forward to the next two books she has comming out this year! These books have really changed my life and opened my eyes, I never knew how horribly drugs tear apart families. God bless and I will always be an Ellen Hopkins reader.
I once had a best friend, a friend who I'd spend countless hours doing absolutely nothing special with but that nothing meant everything. He was a fun guy, always up for adventures, no matter how risky or silly they were. But one day, it was too much. My friend begin to sink deep into this thing called addiction. He become a druggie and an alcoholic, and this was all before he was even an adult.I began to resent him, hate him for what he was doing. If I tried to help, it only made him want to do it more. Then one day I came across Crank, and I tore through it. The book was like a little insight into my friend's life, and for once, I was feeling the way he was. He wasn't doing this to hurt anyone...it was just the grasp of drugs that was too strong, and I understood he was just too weak to get out. He's doing better these days, he's managed to get help that I'd never be able to provide. But thanks so much for your book Mrs. Hopkins. It made me realize that we shouldn't judge an addict from the beginning, because there can be so much more behind that fake smile.Keep writing, your books are fantastic.
Thank you so much for writing these books! i absolutely loved reading them and can't wait until Perfect comes out. Your books are so real and you are amazing at getting everyone's point of view in each book. I've seen other sides of life that i never would have learned about as much as i did from your books. You are my favorite author and you really have changed my view on things. thank you again!
Thank you so very much. I must tell you Ms. Ellen Hopkins, if someone hasn't told you this yet, you are amazing. When you write I feel I am reading the story of somone's real life, like that specific character is out there in the world somewhere and I have to safe them. You have an exceptional gift and talent, sometimes I forget that this is "fiction".When you write you become the character, I have never in my 17 years of life encountered that type of techinque, and I am gracious that I have. The first book I read of yours was Identical, how I could relate to that story from so many dimensions, I literally cried at the end; how powerful each word sentence and paragraph. After, my encounterment with Identical I just couldn't help myself but to read all of your books... at this very moment I have read all of your books I am now reading fallout...Thank you for writing all of your books especially Tricks and Identical ... and thankyou for writing for the world informing them about the troubles of the world ... most people try to cover it up and act as if those problems are amongst our world but not you because you are special... you know when people say " God put us on the world for a reason" , well God put you on this world to enlighten others...
THANKYOU SOOOOOOO MUCH FOR ALL YOU DO AND ALL YOU ARE
WITH GRATITUDE, Kelli =^^=
Those who said you wouldn't succeed must feel terrible... God loves you
i have read everyone of your books. i love them all. I was doing dope when i picked up crank. that's actually why i read it. my best friend who i was doing it with told me about it. i could relate to so much she was going through and why and how and what she was doing. I have been clean 3 years now. i will never touch it again. you are an amazing writer and i look forward to many more books from you :) thank you. i'd give you credit for saving me and my best friend who is now a clean and sober stay at home mother of two that she cherishes. from both of us....THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR STORY.
I appreciate all ghat you write. Normally reading is difficult for me. Your books however inspire me I have always wanted to be able to write and be able to inspire teenagers and young adults by not hiding the truths of the real world. You open up the communication for topics that are often taboo. I was upset when I missed your apperence at my local Barnes and Noble. There is so much I wanted to ask and just meet the one person who has ever inspired me to just sit and read all of your books I have read in one day. You are by far my favorite author, thank you for all your books and I can not wait for Perfect.
Ellen Hopkins is absolutely the best author I have ever read a book from. She made me forget the author of twilights name and I was in love with the idea of Edward Cullen.. lol But anyways. Ellen Hopkins reaches out to teens and makes them feel like someone understands them. She isn't the perfect author. No one is perfect.. But hey.. Shes pretty darn close<3
Ellen Hopkins, you are an amazing writer. Your peoms have inspired me in many ways and made me stronger on the inside. Please continue writing because your books are great and I like thousands more of your fancs absolutly love all of them. Sometimes i wish that you would even make movies out of your books because I bet they would be just as amazing.
So much has happened to me through the 15 years Iv'e been alive, I was born a mistake to a teenage mother, only 16 and my father walked out on us and has been in and out of my life since I was three years old and that is enough to hurt anyone. I accedently came across your book "Impulse" early last summer (2010) at Books a Million, by accedent..which I think it was fate because it applied to my life in many ways. I cut, took pills, burned my skin, punched walls, and even tried committing suicide, before I found it, so you can kind of tell how it did apply to me, and even though I didn't stop as soon as I finsihed the book it still made a major impact on my life. As soon as I finished "Impulse" I moved to "Crank" "Glass" & "Fallout" which I just recently finished and those also meant a lot to me. Kristina and her addiction leaned torward me doing and smoking marijauna, and ciggerettes. Her children, ecspecailly Hunter, being a teenage accedent as well, opened my eyes and helped me understand that I'm not the only one who goes through not having a good relationship with my mom and having no father around. I can't wait to start reading more of your books, I'm currently reading identical and Burned is next on my list because I too, have gone though sexual abuse when I was a little girl. Ellen every single one of your books that I have read so far has touched my life or meant something to me in some way and I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart because you opened my eyes. I have been getting help for my depression but you played a major roll in getting that help. I don't cut, or swallow pills, or burn myself, or think of suicide, or smoke weed and ciggerettes anymore, halfway thanks to YOU and because of your brilliant way of putting real teenage issues onto paper, intresting enough for young people, like me to pick up and relate to, & fall in love with. So again, thank you so much. Please keep up the wonderful work, you have saved so many (and not just teenagers) lives. Love, Ashley.
Mrs.Hopkins i believe you may be pleased to hear that i have read everyone of your newest books. They were all worth sitting down and reading. You have a gift with what you write. You inform the world of what is going on in young adults lives and what they struggle through. I am looking forward to reading Perfect and Triangles because I know i will not be disapointed. Please do not ever stop writing and informing us. Thank you very much for being here today.
Mrs.Hopkins.... I absolutley LOVE ur books. They are very good and inspiring. I also love the unique way they are written. Please continue to write more books.Thank you sooo much. ~Courtni
Ms. Hopkins, I just wanted to say thank you. You're one of the greatest authors. I own every one of your books and waiting on "Perfect" to add to my collection. I connect with your books in a personal manner. My sister/best friend has been down the road in some of your books so due to that I have seen a lot of the stuff you have written about. I myself have also been through some of the things. I hope you continue to write your books. I work at a girls juvenile facility and hear the girls tell their stories and I think of your books. We have some of your books at work and I think its great that the girls get the chance to read your work and I beleive it helps them to change the way they want to live when they get to leave the facility. Once again, thank you some much for all your great work and hope to see much more of it in the future.
Ellen Hopkins, you are a narrating genius. you convey emotions and feelings perfectly into words. i hope you realize how many lives you've not only touched and reached out to, but most importantly saved.
if it is a part of yourself you wish to continue, please, don't EVER stop writing. you are what us teenagers like to call, a hero.
I have become a huge fan over the last couple years. I have everything from Crank on up and am halfway through Fallout...Tricks is next. I look forward to both Perfect and Triangles as well. Your way of writing poetic verse has deeply inspired me. I have written poetry for the better part of 20 years, yet had never seen it written as you have done. I have since written my own story, one still in progress but I have gotten many great critiques on it. Thank you, for the inspiration and the amazing books to read as well.
You are an inspirational author. Thank you for putting your words onto pages and into books. It would be awesome to see these books as movies. Although the movies won't be books, they would be SO amazing. :) Thank you for amazing reads over the years. God Bless, Jenniger
I love your books soo much. I read them over and over again. Your an amazing writter. I just wish you would keep writing about Krtistina and her family. The first book I bought of yours was Crank. I loved it so much and I still do. I can read your books over and over again. I'm going to the book store this weekend actually. I'm planning on buying more of your books. Please write some more books. You are my favorite Author
Mrs. Hopkins, I love all your books and the way you write,they really speak to me and inspire me. These books are not just books,and that is what I love about them the most. Thank you so much for sharing you and your family's story. It means a lot to me to be able to read such personal things and to be not only touched but inspired. Your books not only open my eyes to others struggles and doing my best to understand and help it really opened my eyes to appreciate my life and all the wonderful things I have in it. One thing very important to me is that if you ever come to a location near me in Tulsa,OK I really want to meet you, shake your hand, and thank you in person for your wonderful words, your amazing courage, and your support to teens who struggle with addiction. Thank you, Kendall
I just want to say that i discovered your books when i was in grade 9. I first read burned and thought the style it was written in was very intrigueing. when i was in grade 10 i was on crutches for a very long time and where did i go to spend my time? the library. I started reading crank and was very touched and inspired by your writing, now i get bored reading just regular books. I love your style, maybe because i wanted to be a poet growing up or maybe because your books touch on such contraversial issues. I can't wait to read your more recent novels!
your books have impacted my life in a way you can never imagine. when i read Crank, Glass, or Fallout, i think of how alike my Aunt and Kristina are. my Aunt has three children and isnt even 22 yet. i love all of your books and i do hope you keep writing and fast, because i cant wait for the books that follow Impulse and Burned. i am working of getting all of your books, but my eReader is punishing me for some reason, haha. your books do change people and how they look at things, it certainly changed me, changed me completly, and its crazy how im such a bookworm and only your books can do that! i cant wait untill some movie people (director's) come your way and make a movie of any of your books!! any one of yours will certainly changed the whole nation!! hopefully that will come true...
Ellen thank you for making books the way you do. These books helped me figure out what i want to do with my life and that is to help people like those in your book. THANK YOU SO MUCH
I love your books, I own them all and im pre ordering perfect. All of your books are amazing and have influenced my life greatly. I can not express how much i love your books! Thank you so much.
Ellen Hopkins I have just began reading your books. I am not much of a reader, but as soon as I saw your book, Crank, and opened it up and read it I knew I just had to find more of your books. You are a great author and you have taught me a lot with just reading the book, Crank. It has touched me in a way I cannot explain. I just started reading, Burned, and I realized that you wrote two other book series for Crank. I love your writing and you are a great author. I can't wait to read more of your books. Thank you.
Hands down, the crank series was the best books I've ever read. Ironic that I said hands down, because literally I could not take my hands off these books. They have inspired me to look at other people's point of views.
I think the saddest thing about Kristina is how she knew what she was doing when she first did meth. How, she knew the lack of self control was what kept her coming back. But, that is what makes these books so very powerful as well. It's powerful in a twisted kind of way.
I hope you keep going through life inspiring others like you have inspired me. -Hannah.
wow...thats all i can say really. Crank was the first book you wrote that i read and i have followed you since. All of your books have touched me in a way i just cant explain. Im excited about perfect and know it will be great. when i read your writing it hard to put the book down. you are my alltime favorite :)
i could literally go on for days about how much i love your books. i started reading your books around a year and a half ago, and i have re read them many times since. you sucked me in with kristina's story in crank and glass, and her kids story in fallout. i bawled my eyes out at the end of impulse when connor hurled himself off the cliff, but i love that you had tony and vanessa get together. the ending of burned sent me for a loop, especially after ethan died. i felt like i could feel pattyn's pain when she lost both him and the baby, something i have never been able to say about another book. i loved tricks because you tackled a very difficult subject that most authors wouldnt touch, and i admire you greatly for that. lastly, my personal favorite is identical. the ending of that book. i reread it so many times because i just couldnt believe it!
i cannot wait until perfection comes out! i hope you keep writing more novels because the way you write is beautiful. <3
Thank you so much for writing all of your books. I've read Impulse, Identical, Crank, and Glass. I'm on Fallout right now and I own all of your books and I'm looking forward to Perfect. I absolutely love your style. I think my favorite book is Identical. It is the first one I read and I've been hooked ever since. Thank you so much for this ride through edgy fiction. You're an amazing writer and you have inspired and awed so many people. Please don't stop!! You're one of my favorite authors! I hope to meet you one day!! :)
Ellen, your books have insprired me in everyway they could. When i frist picked up Crank i waas uplifted buy the stroy. I can relate to her in many ways But when i read Indentical i was amazed! Honestly! i am a twin myslef and that book touched me deep inside. Thank you for being brave an telling stories bout the expericence of life.
ellen, i would just like to say your books are amazing and keep writing more :). if i may, i would like to give you some ideas about new books. make a seguel to burned. whatever happens to the girl after her baby and the man she oves dies? does she find another? get lost in the world? or just finishes hersef also to be with them? or u can make more books about the caracters in fallout. does summer ever see kyle again? do they split up or reunite? do hunter and niki last forever and get married or does he cheat again and loose her? does autum reunite her family and be with them? or go back to her aunt cora? in identical does she ever find happiness? or does she all together loose her mind....these are the things i need answered. please wright more books :)
Dear, My favorite writer--Mrs. Hopkins-- I LOVE your books, ive read every one, and you never faild to impress me. :) You inspired me to write books of my very own... The 1st book of your's i read was Burned and i could not put it down. I wanted more. Im just now geting done with Identical. But i LOVE your writeing and i hope you never give up your dreams, and i promise i will never give up mine. I will continue to bye and read your books intill your done. But i will bye them ALL to make sure i can hold on to your amazing writing forever. Have a peaceful and happy life. :)(sorry if you dont like the smileys, i was just really happy about writing this, and if anythings in text i apologize..) Your truely, Laurel, age 13 :)
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 400 of 458 Newer› Newest»Mrs. Hopkins, you stories to me have made a great impact in life because I just turned sixteen and I'm a junior in high school. These so=tories for me are a warning to watch out on what goes on with my surroundings because I dont know what the people I interact with may do. I began reading your stories in junior high that my friend wanted me to read CRANK so I was like OKAY because she gave some little details about the story and I liked it. I still haven't read GLASS but I am now reqding IMPULSE..If yyou have any type of advice i would Gladly appreciate it....ASTRID
Hey I am Sarah.. first time writing on this wall. I bought Crank when it first came out and have been following your books ever since then. You writing is addictive. I really can't get enough and your hands down my favorite and that's saying something cause I read a lot. I love how real everything is. And it helps cause i know addictions and what they do to families. Thank you for letting me know I'm not alone. Can't wait for Perfection! Thank you!
-Sarah
My friend had me read your books starting back in May. I finished Burned in one night. That one was personal to me because the friend that gave them to me grew up in a home of psychotic Mormons, and we were dating. I also read Impulse, and that one was also personal, because the same friend spent some time in the same position as the characters. I found the others on my own. Each book connects to me on a very personal level. Crank, Glass, and Fallout, my dad was a meth addict. Burned, one of my closest friends is stuck in a house of psychotic controlling Mormons. Impulse, one of my closest friends was in the same position in a mental hospital. Identical, My moms fiance molested me and I almost committed suicide. Tricks, I've runaway but never had to go that far. I love reading and you're books made me think. Thank you.
Your books are incrediable! Ellen Hopkins you are awesome! Awesome for writing about things most people wouldnt dare write about. Identicle and Impulse are my favorites. The Crank Saga is outstanding. but please do not let it end with Fallout. I feel there were too many things left unsaid in it and I want to know how it all goes. Will you please consider writing one more? Other than that I'm a dedicated reader and always will be!
--elizabeth.
mrs. hopkins, you are sensational. you are a living genius with how you craft your words onto paper. you inspire me so much. writing has always been a passion of mine, my escape if you will. i love every single book that you have written. keep writing, i look forward to the many more books that you will publish.
Now I'll admit, teen fiction is usually not my cup of tea. I have been reading adult novels since I was young, and teen novels don't (usually) carry the depth that adult fiction (also usually) provides. Also, in teen fiction, that characters are usually people I can't connect with. The females have boy troubles, the boys struggle to uphold their fathers legacy, but, overall, their lives are happy ones. These plots left a dry, sickly taste in my mouth, a taste that whispered "you can't have this, you're not normal enough."
Impulse, the first book of yours I read, shot down all of my pre-conceived notions of teen fiction.
I easily connected with Vannessa and her...habits (I'll leave it at that). And when the end came, I cried when Connor threw himself off of the cliff. Impluse is my favorite book of yours, and one of my all time favorites.
So here I am, re-reading "Crank" for the 3rd time. I just finished "Identical," and plan on re-reading "Glass" next. And each time I re-read a verse, a new meaning blossoms before my eyes. Each time I re-read a sentance, I am once again reminded that I'm not alone.
Thank you Ellen. I will gladly have tea with you any time you wish.
Love you!
Mrs Hopkins,
Your books are truly amazing. i own all of them! I dont think i have ever been this excited to read a series in my life. Everytime i get the newest one i realize that i am not the only person that has to deal with a family member consumed by addction. You have truly changed my life. I hope to read more of your writings.
Thank You So Very Much,
Haley
So I just about pissed myself cause I read that you're starting to write Adult Verse now too! Just as I'm starting to enter the "adult" world myself. You seem to have always had perfect timing in my life. I remember the first time I picked up a book by you. It was Crank and I was at my public library. My 7th grade teacher had seriously just introduced us to poetry. I realized that I kind of liked it but wasn't sure. I read Crank in one sitting and it blew me away. I knew that day that I loved poetry. Since then I've actually published a few of my poems and I hope to one day get a book published myself. No one, including myself, could ever write as well as you but, I'm hoping to make a name for myself one day. Thank you for helping me see that despite what people say, I do have talent.
A loyal Fan,
Sarah Armstrong
Mrs. Hopkins, my name is Yvette and I am 25 years old. I live in Oklahoma City. I am in recovery from methamphetamine. Your books and Kristina's life are so familiar to me. I went to prison when i was 21 and 2 months pregnant. Reading your books makes me even that much more proud that i have been clean for nine months now. My son is only 3 and i know i cannot undo the damage but i know that children are resilient. And I am so thankful to see the point of view in fallout of the children. I am almost done with the book. You have reinforced EVERYTHING that i do everyday to remain clean and be a mom to my son. We both thank you for having our back. I love your work so much and will always be a dedicated follower! God Bless You and your family.
Mrs.Hopkins, i read your stories a million times, over and over again. They inspire me. Everytime i read them i picture my self in the girls' shoes and realize now i how greatful my life and how much i should appreciate it. The people's lives your books make me think alot. I love all your sayings and quotes in your books. You inspire so much.
-- Thank you.
-Taylor.
Ms. Hopkins,
Compared to other kids I know, I have had it easy. When you don't see people who's lives have taken a turn for the worse (for whatever reason) you don't realize what they're going through or see their opinions on life. Your books have been real eye-openers to me and I'm sure millions of others.I'd recommend these books to anyone- they're the most inspiring novels I've read. --SED
I first read your book "Identical" two years ago and it impacted my life so much. Today I finished the last page of the "Crank" trilogy and I feel lonely without the world of Kristina and her children. I've never read a book where I became so attached to the characters, I missed them when the book was finished. You are, by far, the most impressive author I've come to experience. I've shared your books with everybody I know, and I haven't had any bad feedback. I'm trying to decide which book I'm going to read next. I don't think any of them can top the "Crank" books, but I might be surprised! Because of you, I enjoy reading againa and have even been inspired to write some poetry too. I think I'll head to the book store now!
You are such a great Author! My Favorite to be exact!! And your books have touched me. I love all of them! You are an Amazing Person!! :)
Ellen, you are honestly one of the best authors I've ever heard of! Your books are so easy to relate to! I just bought burned yesterday, and started it today. it took me about 1 minute to get hooked and I finished it in about 5 hours! Impulse is my personal favorite, the first of your books i've read! And it is so amazing how i instantly fell in love with it. It is the book of my life, I feel like it tells my story perfectly and I sympathized with the kids because I understand their feelings! Those are the only two books of yours i've read but I have no intention of stopping. I love you and your books! you're amazing and your writing is my favorite! I've put about 5 authors in my personal favorites and you're right in there! I love your books! please please please! NEVER STOP WRITING!
I absolutly love every single book that you've ever written. you've changed my outlook on books and life. If I never read your books I'd still be reading Jodi Picoult and Meg cCabot, authors that will never compare to your magnitude. I think that maybe you should write a sequel to Burned, show how Pattyn's life turns out. And please, never ever stop writing.
this might sound bad but it is not meant to be, your books have made me feel normal. i have read all of them about 9 times and honestly when i was going through horrible times they made me(Tricks especially) realize i could have fallen alot harder then i did. It made me feel like no matter what happened to me i could turn it around because i would never be in that situation. Thank you for these books. I am waiting for Perfect to hit the stores and i know it will be just as brilliant as the others.
THANK YOU. thank you for writing these books. as a former meth addict and a person suffering from bipolar disorder i must say you truley understand. youv described being bipolar in Impulse better then i ever could have. I cried when i read that book, not becuase i was sad but becuase it was so beautifully portrayed. thank you.
Dear Ellen,
you are by far my favorite author, im looking forward to reading your newest material. please come visit your canadian fans in toronto, i would love to meet you in person and have a book signed:)
To Mrs. Ellen, the reason why I write, and why I am here, because of YOUR books (and luck ofcourse) that saved me.
Mrs. Hopkins,
your books have been soo inspirational to me. ive read all of them including "Flirtin with the Monster." I grew up with a mom just like Kristina and i was adopted by my grandparents as well. My mother has come face to face with her demons and has excepted her flawss. she eventually did get better and is now a drug and alchole counselor for the county. Im sorry to hear about Kristina and my prayers are with you and your family... I couldnt help but notice a lot of similarities between your famly and mine... from reading "Flirtin with the monster" it gave me a scense that things will get better with my family.. I hope one day i can make a difference in youths lives just like you have done in mine and many around the world. Thank you so much. And i cant wait to read your new book PERFECT. Thank you.
Azalea
i want to thank you for writing your books. your books are real, i was raised in northern nevada, had addicted family members, and have walked down that path myself, and i can not tell you how amazing it was to read them and be able to see a little of myself in each one of your characters, especially in the crank series, not only have i been the child of an addict, i've been the addict myself, and see your writing at work everyday in my life and the lives of other close family members that struggle with it. when my children will read these when theyre capable of understanding, so will my little brothers. please keep writing, you save lives everyday with your books.
Mrs. Hopkins, or Ellen if you prefer,
Thank you so much for sharing your stories with us and opening your mind to us. Every book you write touches my heart, whether it be depressing or hopeful. I have had my share of drugs in my life thanks to my father. Long story short, he was not a part of my life for years unless he was trying to upset me. When I read your books, I no longer feel alone.
Thank you, for everything you have done to bring hope into my life.
-Devan
Hi, Mrs.Hopkins. So I'm pretty much obsessed with your books! I usually read them in a day because it's impossible to put them down. I really don't care much for reading, but your books are a most read. I absolutely love the books, Please keep writing and i'll continue to read!(: Thank you so much!
Thank you SO much. I have sincerely enjoyed all of your books. But I do have a complaint: In your book "Tricks", Seth compares Indiana to Kansas (which is where I happen to live) in the sense of homophobia. You also commented that they "picket dead soldiers funerals." I respectfully ask that you please NOT compare us to Fred Phelps. And by the way, you have introduced me to a whole new world. In "Impulse", I cried my eyes out when Conner died. But you have shown me a new side of life, and I thank you very much for that.
Love,
Tori
I have read all of your books (including Fallout) and have reread over half of them just because I can not get enough of them. I started reading your books (crank) in 6th grade and have followed them sense. Your books left a huge inpact on me and i think of things so much differently now. The messages you put in the books are heartbreaking and im glad your addressing these problems teenagers(sense in the books they are mostly teenagers) face and give your readers the satisfaction of knowing they are not the only one going through these problems. Giving them the insight to concur their own monsters.
Please continuing writing, I love all of your books.
I am not quite sure where to even start. I have so much I want to say and thank you for, Ellen. Your books have touched me like no other book ever has, or probably ever will. Your writing is absolutely AMAZING! Saying that you are the best author is a bit of an understatement. It is sad to know that the Crank series is over. But I look forward to more new books! I have read all of your books and I just cant get enough. My personal favorite is Burned. Although most people dont like the ending, I loved it! Its reality. Thank you for everything! I hope you continue writing for a long long time, because I plan on reading for a long long time! C:
Hey ms. hopkins your books make me look at my life in different ways and help me see a whole different side of the world. Your book impulse actually helped my friend face the reality that cutting was bad. Thank you so much for your wonderful work!
these books may have possibly saved my life
I cant express my gratitude for your books. It has made me and my lil sister be able to bond and communicate. Our mother has 5 of us and her many marriage along with her addictions made me more so like the mother growing up. But when my lil sister began to question I wasn't there to keep her understanding along her growth.So LONG story short reading your books - Shes been able to identify with alot of our family issue as well as her our being 16 now. SO Thank you. I hope you do another signing in Carson City I really would love to bring her to meet you. She lives in the bay but it would be worth it = )thank you again.
Ellen,
I have read all of your books and love every single one of them, especially Burned because being a teen, love stories are very easy to relate to. But all of your books are absolutely amazing and I love all of them. They all have touched my heart. Thank you for the amazing books that you have put out and thank you in advance for the ones you will put out in the future that I'm sure will be just as amazing!
Ms. Hopkins: As all of your fans have said, thank you so much for writing your books. They are not only a great read, but also a spectacular view of teenage life from the other side. I have a friend who was particularly touched by "Burned" because her Mormon family is almost the same. She's dying to get away. I have identified with Connor from "Impulse." I have had a lot of struggles with my family and peers, and I gave in a couple of times, but with the counseling and hospitalization I received, I'm doing much better. I'm glad that you have given such inspirational novels to the reading community. Thank you again :)
Too bad I'm all the way at the bottom but I'm always impacted by your books I've only read Tricks, Burned, and Identical. I still need your Crank Trilogy and Impulse but don't worry I'm almost there. I have loved all the books I've read so far and I'm guessing the rest are great too (bet they are)!!! But you know what I'm only 11!!!!!!!, exactly that's how astounding your stories are!!!!!! You are one in a million and you are the best author since Edgar Allan Poe and J.K. Rowling!!!!!!!! Wish you the best in Nevada
Ellen Hopkins' writing inspired me to be a writer. I'd always liked writing short stories, but never thought they'd get to anyone. But last summer, after reading Burned, I contacted a publishing agency and sent in a manuscript. The way Hopkins writes, made me feel like I was in the story. She put a movie in my head, and made it play, and replay and replay. It was a movie I never got tired of watching. I've read all her books and can't wait for Perfect to be out. Her words jumped out at me, and smacked me in the face, telling me to get off my ass and work for what I want. Her stories made me realize how good my life was, and how lucky I am. I couldn't thank her enough, but when I'm a novelist, her name, will definitely be in every single dedication, in hopes that she'll read something I've done, and maybe, just maybe, it would mean something to her. She showed me that there are multiple sides to every story, and not everyone is as okay as they seem in person. Thank you, so much.
Mrs.Hopkins I can never thank you enough for you amazing novels that you have writen.Its an amazing read and I just love you're books.They had made me realize that life comes with challenges and I always believed that life was what you make it,but its just not that easy.Burned was the first book of yours that I had read and I finished your book in a few hours.It was amazing and when I got to that last page I didn't want the story to end I wanted more and that's when I knew that you were my new favorite author.I can't thank you enough for you have changed the way I see teh world today and the people around me.Thank you so much.
-Janice Age 15
Mrs.Hopkins I can never thank you enough for your amazing novels that you have writen.Its an amazing read and I just love you're books.They had made me realize that life comes with challenges and I always believed that life was what you make it,but its just not that easy.Burned was the first book of yours that I had read and I finished your book in a few hours.It was amazing and when I got to that last page I didn't want the story to end I wanted more and that's when I knew that you were my new favorite author.I can't thank you enough for you have changed the way I see the world today and the people around me.Thank you so much.
-Janice Age 15
Let me just say, your books have taught me a lot about life. they touch the heart and inspire me to write more and more. I love them! at first I didn't want to read them because of what they looked like. but once i picked up burned, i had to read the rest! I finished crank in one day it was so good! i love, love, love your books. they've inspired the writer in me and all your storys reached deep down inside of me and told me what writing-and life-is really about. Keep Writing!!
I want to simply saying thank you. Your books literally saved my life.
ellen hopkins can describes in detail thoughts im thinking and emotions im feeling i love her
I can not belive that someone could write something like the book Burned. You steered my life in a differnt direction and made me want some of my life to be like Pattyn's. Thank you very much for publishing the best book in this world I really really am greatful for this book and such awonderful authour
I own all of your books and just want you to know I love every single one of them. I cant wait for perfect to come out. Also your books have changed some of my views completly. I think your most horrible book is burned and tricks. I dont mean there bad but I mean like what happens in the books. It just disgusts me how people can act like this to there own kids. (in your books like in burned identical tricks the parents were horrible)
I wanted to rip my hair out when I read identical. It made me sad/mad about what happened to the girl and what her own DAD did to her when she was a little kid.
I want you too know I think you writing these books are actually good for people teaching them whats out there, the dangers, people, etc.
Keep writing :)
Thank you Mrs. Hopkins for showing me what can happen in the real world. The first book of yours I read was Burned. I was glued to it all day and finish ruffly around 1:oo am. Since I have dived into nearly all of your books and tried to buy them. i've had no luck, maybe it's 'cause i live in New Zealand. I have enjoyed reading your books so much, i've even got my sister reading them and have begged my friends. I would love to read more of your books and one day be a great author like you. Good luck in future novels.
Ok Ellen your are my favourite wrighter ever. I've been stuck since I read Burned two years ago. I cried at the ending. I have reasontly finished Identical and Impulse. I can really relate to these stories because I'm a twin myself, nearly been pushed over the edge too. I've been looking to buy your everywhere but I just can't find them! Maybe it's 'cause I live in New Zealand. I hope I can find them and be a great author like you.
Out of all the books that I have tried to read, your books really helped. I am terriable at reading,I have struggled at it all my life and your books really hit home for me. They really help me understand my decision for drugs.Since reading your books I have made an aggrement not to ever do them. They are stupid. YOur books show me that drugs are not the right choice, they showed me what would happen if I decided to do them. Your books really help me. Dont stop writeing, your makeing a difference (: Thank you so much for your help. (:
hi, Honestly, I've only read one and a half of your works (burned and the beginning of crank) but on your site, I reread your poems religiously all the time. They're so beautiful and honest, more honest then I'll ever be. I never read poems like yours before which is odviously a good thing. Even in your books the words speak so vividly and just so________(blank space), i just don't have the words to describe your pieces. Even just from reading a little bit of your work I've been hooked in and brought to a new perspective of life. I haven't had a lot of free time to read all your books but i know I'm dedicated enough to make sure I do.
Thank you so much.
I want to start by saying that your books are the reason I read again,the reason I write again,and the reason I've realized that through darkness comes light. I first read Crank,of course,and when I found out there was a sequel,I bought Glass,which turned into Fallout,then Impulse,and I'm bled dry but have Identical,Tricks,and Burned waiting on me! And now I hear you have Perfect coming out later this year.Gosh!Your writing style has me hooked.It's different,new,gripping,and pretty freaking awesome! If you ever stop writing,I'll be so sad,but,hey,I think your books you've got so far will last,literally,a lifetime among us young adults :)
Thanks for the hope :)
--Tristan.
I read. I read a lot. So it's no surprise to me that I saw Crank and bought it. But what I didn't expect was the emotion your writing provoked inside me. I have never felt a more powerful feeling from a single book, and for that I am forever greatful.
Casey
Hi Ellen I just wanted to let you know that I am writing a character study based off your work I thought I might like to share it with you =D
“Executions are supposed to be civil,”
According to Moore,
and he would know best.
His 12 great something or other
grandfather, became a head shorter
for disagreeing with a king
the old fashion way.
An axe hacking at your neck.
There have been other creative ways,
to put a man to death.
Send electric currents
through his body.
Throw him against a wall
and a hail of bullets will do the trick.
Commonly a criminal is strapped down
and poison runs through their veins.
But these methods were made to make death,
somewhat painless to the victim.
Though some of these methods don’t sound as so,
quick is a better word to describe it.
My execution neither quick or is it painless.
Though the process will kill me
in one quick succession,
it’s one of many others like this.
It stared hours ago,
With some breaks in between.
Executions are constant.
No such thing as breaks right?
But then again considering the man who is
playing the role of my executioner,
I really don’t believe
I am one bit surprised.
My executioner’s a sadist.
He wants me to suffer as I am defeated.
But he doesn’t know….
I won’t give him the satisfaction.
As death looms closer,
I am content with the fact
that I lost this battle.
For I looked at this fight
like many others I fought
as a soldier…..
hope you enjoyed I am having fun with this =D
Mrs. Hopkins, your books have impacted me greatly, I fortunately have never had anything terrible like in your stories happen to me. I started reading crank when i was a freshmen in highschool and was immediatly addicted to your writing, i needed more. Thanks to you I got addicted to books, not drugs, nor sex, but literature. I am socially akward so i dont have many friends, but i find plenty of company when i open one of your books, no matter how many times i have read them. Tricks is my favorite out of them all besides your ever famous crank serious. I just found out Perfect's release date and am so excited. I think my friends are going to shake me back to sanity if i talk about it anymore. Thank you so much for being there through these books. Im sure i speak for alot of teens when saying that.
Your forever devoted reader,
Jessica
Ellen, you are probly.. no, you ARE my favorite author. Everytime one of your books comes out that i havent read.. i am the first in line(: i have read your books over and over. These books have introduced me to new things.. and taught me a lot about stuff that i never really knew about. I have always known about the drugs, the sex, the human trafficing, but, the way you write, it just makes you want to have so much more knowlege about it. Just the way you format your books, makes me think that i have read a lot in a short amount of time, just because the pages are so short. I love that(: The latest book that i have read, it Fallout. You havent dissapointed me yet! (: keep up the good work(: P.S. I cannot wait until Perfect comes out! (:
Mrs. Ellen Hopkins,
Your books are simply awe-inspiring. I, myself am considering the career of an author. I must say that the time and dedication that you've put into all of your novels; Crank, Glass, Tricks, Identical, etc. have truly, immensely inspired yet another human being looking to find their place in the world, and for that, I am thankful to have found "Crank" by chance, which in turn lead to my reading "Glass", and then "Tricks". I plan to read "Impulse" next. I'm positive that it will be just as stupendous as the three listed before.
Thank you, for following through on all of the struggles that it has taken to write, publish, etc. You have truly changed my life.
Hello =) I've read all your books. They are really good. Most of them I can relate to. They have changed my life. I can't wait until Pefect comes out. Keep writting and I'll keep reading
Ellen Hopkins, I know these books are mainly meant (or read) by girls, but i find that these books are amazing, and I own them all because they are just plain awesome! I find that you are an amazing author, and that your books should be better known! Your books have impacted me and want me to stay reading, they are page turners! I can not wait for your next book Perfect to come out, because on the day it comes out, I am going to buy it, just like I did with the rest of them.....Ellen Hopkins, you are amazing
Sincerely,
Josh
P.s: Have you thought of turning your books into movies?
wow, your website helped me a lot in getting information about writers... Most authors are like "yes, I am a writer" and there you go, but you tell how to be an author, and give help to those who want to become one. Plus, your books are in-your-face real. Wow. Thank you Ellen Hopkins!
I would like to start out by saying thank you for all of the books that you have written and published. I am a mother of 2 girls and work for the Police Department and your writting has gelped me in so many ways. There is truth and feeling in what you write. I could only wish that there was more. Please continue writing.
Hello Mrs. Hopkins. My name is Shantell Davis and I wrote to you about 4 years ago in my sophomore year in high school. I just wanted to thank you for all of the books you have written and the books you have yet to write as well. I have read every single one, multiple times, and they get better with every read. You and your books helped me with a pretty big dilemma in my life, and I just wanted to thank you. I hope to see you at the library in Carson or Borders again!
Your such an intense writer. I find it amazing how you write stories like these. Your books captivate me! Keep writing :)
Ms. Hopkins, let me begin by saying i absolutely love reading...especially your books. I'll admit i'm not much of a writer but reading is something i'm passionate about. Your books are absolutely incredible, and as an author you are amazing. You touch on topics that many try to steer clear of, and those attempt to write on these topics have nothing compared to your books. I simply wanted to thankyou for the many hours i got to enjoy reading your books.
I just wanted to say thanks for writting all of these amazing books. I finish one of them in 2-3 days just because I can never put it down. Reading your books are my escape, they distract me & take me away from everything else. Thanks for being my favorite author.
Ellen, you're amazing. The first time i read one of your books i couldn't put it down, i love reading it's like escaping from reality for awhile and becoming part of the book. After reading your book, i hoped to find another, once i did i was so excited to begin reading again. I hope to one day own all of your books and share them with the people in my life and maybe later in life, pass them down to my children.
Keep writing and I'll keep reading.
Always, Tamara
Wow. That's the feeling I am left with after reading these books. I first picked up Crank from a friends house and was hooked. I had finished the entire series twice in three weeks! And was ready for round 3. You have truly inspired me. I now write many short stories and poems of my own. Your books got me through the tougher of times, and the better days.
I was speechless with Fallout. It really hit home with some stuff going on in my life, and it helped me to stand up to them so I didn't have to be like those sad children torn and broken all because of one persons actions. Now that person is getting help before it's too late. your books are mesmerizing, and I cannot put them down once I've started. Please never stop writing, keep those free verse books flowing, and keep the spirits of people lifted. You are a wonderful writer, and I will continue to read all your new poems, and books as they are released.
Thank you so much Ellen Hopkins. Your books will be passed on through the generations, and will make a difference in many peoples lives. Truly inspiring.
Sincerely,
A very dedicated reader, and poet
Natasha Crook
Ellen, your books have an emotional impact on me like no other books do. I can honestly relate to the characters that you create, and each and every one of your books make me see life in a whole new way. Thank you for being brave enough to write about these topics!
Mrs. Hopkins, thank you for your books. I just finished Tricks and these stories broke my heart. The story of Eden was so incredible to me and makes me appreciate the love I share. Your books make me appreciate my life in every aspect. Your words mean so much to so many people and I am so glad that so many of them can find hope in your words. I honestly can't say I have ever felt so much compassion towards a set of books but I love them all. If everyone in the world would read your books the world would be a better place and allow hope for the hopeless and gratefulness to the ungrateful.
Thank you so much,
Hailey
First I want to start off by saying that I have read many books, I've always been a huge reader, but I had never read anything like your books until last summer. My best friend found your book Crank in our local library and after she read it, she told me how great it was, she made it sound so great that I just had to read it for myself, Iwas amazed at the emotion put into your book, and after that I decided to read Glass, then Identical, and before i knew it, I had read all of read books, and I cant wait for your new book Perfect to come out, it sounds amazing! Thank you for writing all of your amazing books, you are definatly my all time favorite author ! - Savannah
Ms.Hopkins,
You have return the passion of reading to me,I used to devour books, however, Life, dugs,triumps,and tragidy took it away ..I am 50 + years old and have devoured 5 1/2 of your books in less then 2 months...I look forword to " Perfect " and your soon to be released adult pome storys
I have never been one to read books fast, but with your books I can. When I pick one up, I cannot stop reading it. I really don't want them to end because then I have to wait for the new ones. I have read each one, reread them, and shared them with my friends. Currently I have almost each of my books lent to someone. Your books are incredible and I cannot wait for Perfect to be released!
Mrs Ellen Hopkins, I am a teen who went through an addiction. I was addicted to cocaine for almost 2 years. It is not sommething I am proud of but something I have overcome and I am proud of being clean for over 3 years now. I just recently got introduced to your books by a dear friend of mine and I have barely been able to put them down. I anticipate the release of Prefect. I just really want to say thank you. Your books are amazing and I think to overcome what you and your family has, well that's just wonderful. I can't wait to see what comes next from you. Thank you again. =]
I read your book Crank, and was amazed by it. I can relate to Kristina so much. Trying to be the perfect daughter. Be a goodie two shoes. Do everything right.. Shortly after starting the book Glass(now on page 282) I started living Kristina's life. I started doing coke. And I've found my Trey. He's a drugdealer. I'm not as in deep as she is, and I hope I don't go over the edge.
Ellen, not only are you an amazing author but as you write, you give your characters life. You write in such a way that each and every reader can find a part of themselves in one or more of your characters. I am a recently recovered addict. Never touched the "monster" but I shot up heroin every single day for 2 years. Although I read your books as they came out, I didn't want to admit that the addiction had taken over my life just as you showed in your novels. I had to learn on my own. I have been clean for two months now and have never felt better about. Thank you for hopefully opening the eyes of many about how addiction can take hold of your life and send it into a downward spiral into hell.
God Bless you!
Toni
Dear E. Hopkins,
I think you should know that your books are the only ones I can read more than once. They're just that amazing. I always feel intensely connected to every character in a way I don't believe any other author has made me feel. I'm an aspiring writer, and I want you to know that your books have given me total inspiration to do what I love, and they've taught me how to do it better. If I had a chance to meet anyone, I'd pick you, because I think your stories, and your daughter's stories would be that much more fascinating orally. Thank you for everything you've done for me, your writing has been my escape, just as I'm sure it has been yours.
- B. Leduc
omg...i love your books soo much<3 its sad but i can pretty much relate to everything in your books, ive read them all and cant wait for perfect <3 i really cannot tell you how much i love them..imma cutter and i have an eating disorder ive attempted suicide and was sexually abused by my step dad when i was younger, my dads an alcoholic and i live with him in the construction site of a house....hes not a very fun person my mom is a pill head and always have been when i was little my older sister pretty much raised us till we could take care of our selves yeah to sum it all up i had a pretty hard life and thats why i can relate soo well i live in jersey and have my whole life i really wish i could meet you one day cause you are my favorite auther<3 i love you and thank you soo much for your writings!
I have just read Fallout. Your last one of the series Crank, I am so happy the way it ended out. I can't wait to read all of your other books. THe way you put your books together, i've never seen anythiing like it and its amazing. Amazingly written. During the books i've read (Crank, Glass, and Fallout), i actually felt like i knew the people in the books. Like i was with them and walking side by side with the characters. There was one part of Fallout where Summer was doing something and i was like i need to tell Kristina hahah. You really need to consider talking to a director about making them in =to a movie. i bet they would be as faamous as twilight. bc the books Stephanie Meyers write are amazing but im pretty sure yours are better
I have just read Fallout. Your last one of the series Crank, I am so happy the way it ended out. I can't wait to read all of your other books. THe way you put your books together, i've never seen anythiing like it and its amazing. Amazingly written. During the books i've read (Crank, Glass, and Fallout), i actually felt like i knew the people in the books. Like i was with them and walking side by side with the characters. There was one part of Fallout where Summer was doing something and i was like i need to tell Kristina hahah. You really need to consider talking to a director about making them in =to a movie. i bet they would be as faamous as twilight. bc the books Stephanie Meyers write are amazing but im pretty sure yours are better
Mrs. Hopkins...
i just wanted to say thankyou from the very bottom of my heart...
i was addicted to Crank when i was 15 and my mother read your book and thought of me then she looked up meth users and their symptoms and withdrawls and she connected the dots. I stayed in rehab for a year and i've been clean for five months. I started reading your books and i just wanted to say thankyou for turning my life around. I feel like i owe you so much. You literally saved my life. God bless you.
I never was into reading when i was younger until i found your book Crank. I've read it over a hundred times and everytime it gets better. The same goes for Burned, Impulse, Glass, and Identical. Sadly i have not been able to find Tricks anywhere so i am just starting Fallout. I can't wait for the books coming out in the future. You are and always will be my favorite author. You have changed the way i look at life and i thank you for that!
Thank you always and forever
Ashlee
My teacher in my GED class required us to read and she had your book in her collection. I mainly only picked it up because it was called crank, and well, I was going through a time with cocaine. I only read it for twenty minutes before class was over but I begged the teacher to take it home. Reluctantly she did and I brought it back finished the next day. 5 years later (and clean!) I proudly own every book you have ever written. You are a very amazing artist and I can not wait for your next book. Thank you for sharing your talent and your inspirational stories.
Dear Mrs. Hopkins or Ellen, as you shall like to be called. I would like to start off that it would be amazing if you read this comment. I know I'm one of the million fans out there, but still :-)
Ok, so I've read Crank and Glass, and I'm currently reading Fallout just for fun. I have all your books checked out from the library(Impulse, Identical, Tricks, and Burned). I can't wait till Perfect! So far, Crank and Glass have been amazing. In Crank, I realize that drugs are no acception as to 'get away' from reality. I learned to never let your impulses force you to do something you never thought of doing, because sooner or later you will regret it. In Glass, I was shocked. I never would of thought Kristina wouldn't give 1 dime about her baby. I mean, I get that she needs crank, ice, glass, or crystal meth, but you should always make time for your child. It's just, unacceptable. And then steal? Why would you steal, when you know its wrong and it can lead to prison, so forget about jail time. I kinda believe that her mom wouldn't lov eher anymore after everything that she's done but I know that somewhere in Marie's heart, there's a little space where the love is Kristina's. After all, she is her mother.
Like I said, I'm currently reading Fallout, and I can't belive anything! SHE HAS FIVE CHILDREN? What a sl*t! And she said she will never be a whore, didn't she? I'm still a bit confused because I don't know if she died according to the drug or if she's still in prison, but I guess I'll have to continue reading in order to find out!
Like always, your the best author there is in the world that has opened my eyes and showed me visually what drugs can do to you! Keep writing, and I'll always be here for you even though you probably don't know. By the way, you've really inspired me! I don't know any other writer that has poured there life out in a book, and I think you did that. Thanks for letting us know what happened to your family due to drugs, and now I know to NEVER EVER do drugs! But I'm not the one with the pencil who's writing my story, God is and I only hope that he knows what he's doing.
Forever your fan, and reader.
-ooo. Isnavys, 13, Florida.
I guess I just want you to know, you saved my life with your books, thank you.
Oh my gosh, your books are amazing! I've read Impulse, Tricks, and Identical. Currently I am working on reading Crank. They're all so amazing! I hope Perfect and Triangles come out soon! I'm eager to buy and read any books with your name on them. Keep writing!! :D
--Manda
I dont even have words too say about these extrodinary books you have created. Every one tells a liget story about ones life, and shows how horrifying this world can become. Out of everyone one i have read, it creates another view of life in my eyes. It really shows me how imperfect we are, and how temptations can push someone so hard that theres no becoming the same again. These books even have reflected my lifes story, and its almost become a comfort knowing im not alone in my journeys. I cannot give enough thank you's for what you have done for me. You have honestly changed me inside, your books are beyond wonderful. They are completely life changing. No author ive ever seen or read has the over all guts to reveal the worlds secrets hidden behind, like all other authors just try to cover up. you imbrace the worlds faults in such a truthfull manner. At 13, i most defently envy you Ellen. Thank you ever so much. haylee lewis:)
hi Mrs. Hopkins i love your books so, so much. They are really awesome books. I cant wait for your new book to come out. I have read a lot of them and even read some of them over again beause they were just so good. I got my sisters and my mom started on them now and they all even like it. I love your books so much. They are ver interesting and they keep you there and when i read them they like pull me into the book and its like i am there watching everything they do but you are a huge insperation to me Mrs. hopkins. Is your new book gonna be by itself or is it gonna be part of a series like the crank series.
thank you so, so much,
Dani
I don't want to sound all sappy, so I'll leave it to saying, well done.
I never became attached to an author until I discovered you. Every time I read one of your books I become so attached to each character. Never have I picked up a book and felt so much emotion with just the first few pages. It was as if I could just jump inside the book and become apart of it all. It's such an amazing experience, one I'll never forget. So thank you.
Whenever I find something I like, I don't ever want to let it go. You're books are like that for me. I don't know how you do it. Well, talent of course. But, I never thought in my life that someone could write down words and make you feel as if it were your own life that you were reading, even if it sounded nothing like you. You could feel everything they felt, without even trying. It's like you could see everything play out in front of your eyes. But not like a movie. Like you were there. Like YOU were the one experiencing it.
I will always appreciate the books written by Ellen Hopkins sitting on the top of my bookshelf. I hope that you keep writing for as long as life lets you. You will always be a gift to my heart for as long as I live.
Sincerely,
Tonya Russell
Ellen, you are an amazing writer. Your books hooked me around the middle of my sophomore year. I was and still am going through a rough time. It was an escape more so to be able to read about other teens going through similar things that I am. I love your books SO SO much. You're an amazing person. I'll never understand how you can write with so vivid detail and get things so, down to the key of what many teenagers are going through. I just found out literally, 5 minutes ago that Kristina and her son "Hunter" are real people. I never knew that which, I guess in a round about twisted way, makes me feel better. Not because real people deal with that, but because it shows that so many people have all these issues, and it's really intriguing to know this actually happened to someone. You're my favorite author. I'm currently reading "Identical". I've already read all your other books and currently anticipating your upcoming ones. I'm very much looking forward to "Triangles". It will be very interesting to see things through an adults eyes in a way teens can understand and be able to read. I honestly, don't want them to make movies out of your books. It takes away the meaningfulness of the books when people do that. That's just my opinion. Anyway, thank you for writing. You've changed my life in so many ways believe it or not. Keep writing and remember, so many people are behind you and look forward to many more books.
Thanks SO much,
Amber
My sophomore year in high school I was skimming the library for a good read. I saw a large bright red book. The title was Impulse and the font was strange. Any book with such an interesting appearance must be interesting, right? I checked it out and within a couple pages, I was hooked. I have read all of the books by Ellen Hopkins now and will proudly announce that she is my all time favorite author. I recommend these books to everyone and I'm always thanked for it because now their hooked too.
Dear Ellen, My name is Arianna. I am 16 years old and i live in Fresno California. I wanted to take this time and tell you how great a writer you are. You have a very amazing way with words that touch so many hearts. I got hooked on your books. I started with impulse,then glass(which i soon read crank after, and glass made a lot more sense lol) then i read burned which was soooo sad at the end! and oh my gosh identical was so crazy! buttttt i have read all your books and finished them within a week. I could never put them down. You are my favorite writer and i want you to just know that out in this crazy world people care about you that dont even know you<3 Well i hope one day i can meet you. Find me on FaceBook please!! Under Arianna Panster. Or Arianna Clelline. Love you girl!
hi hellen..ive read all your bookz andd i completely love them..i cant wait for perfect to comee out...i specially love impulse...i wanted to cry at the end with conner and i was totally pissed at his mother how can she be so cold? ugh!hope you keep having a succesful career
Ellen, I started reading your books with Crank and couldn't put it down. Ever since, I have read/bought all of them (multiple times) and anxiously await the arrival of your newest writings...I too went through the same addiction as your daughter and was luckily pulled out by family just in time. I love your writing and you are truly my favorite author and always will be! You have had such a huge impact on my life! I pray that you never stop writing. Thank you for being the great person you are, though I have never met you I can promise I will never forget you! I even picked up writing myself You are amazing and I hope one day I will be able to shake your hand and thank you in person for everything you have done for me!
I just want to say that Mrs. Hopkins, your books are really good. I love reading them. When I read them, I see another side of life that I've never seen before. Your books, well what else can I say about them? In your books, they show the good, the bad, and the ugly. All I wanted to say is thank you for writing these books. They are really good.
Thank you Mrs. Hopkins,
Star
Your books truly inspire me. The way you use poetry so perfectly in the flow of your writing and how it affects the intensity of your story is so amazing. Your books have showed me that no matter how much your life has fallen apart, despite the mistakes you have made, there is always the chance to make it right, as long as you want it bad enough. Thank you for inspiring me to write my own books and poetry and I am looking forward to meeting you in a couple of weeks when you come to Saint Rose! Never stop writing, you are a true hero!
Kailee
I've scanned your comments and see that many people feel the same way about your books that I do. Your books are raw, riveting and pure. I'm glad a writer has finally had the courage to stop filtering the real world. I read your books for the beautiful style, incredible stories and most importantly to read about characters that have a hint of me in each one. Impulse in particular was the first book I really related to because I struggled with suicidal thoughts because I'm gay (lesbian same difference) so thank you for giving me a voice, be it a prettier voice than my own.
dear miss hopkins yes you are the best writer out there but what I hope you under stand that you have saved lives with your writing so do not stop please there are so many more lives that can be saved with your writing
Mrs. Hopkins, you have changed my life. I'm not just saying that. When I read Crank, it pulled me in. It took me into the story and I couldn't put it down. When I did, it was almost painful. I would pick the book up again and be engulfed into a different world where I was the character. You're books are different from other that I have read, I think it's because your characters are usually young adults. Which makes it easier for people like me to relate to. It's what I love about all of your works, even though I may never have gone through what one of the characters has gone through, I can still compare and feel how they feel. The one book that I related to the most was Impulse, it's because I could relate to Vanessa so well. I won't put why, because if people or you read this, they should already know why. You've become my favorite author of all time. That's not an under or over-statement. It's the truth. You're the reason that I've changed and helped people see the light. Because the light is there, most people can't see it. I couldn't see it until I started reading your books. I'm excited for Perfect to come out, because I know it's going to be a great one. No denying that. So thank you so much Mrs. Hopkins, for helping me with my struggles. There is no way that I could thank you enough.
Thank you again,
Vienesse
To Mrs. Ellen Hopkins.
I'd have to say.. Your books changed me, completely. And inspired me to write even more than I've done before. You just have so much emotion and devotion to your work it amazes me. Impluse has made it to my second favorite book ever. I related to the way the characters in the book. For a fifteen year old like me, I think anyone could understand. I love your books so much, I haven't been a big fan of any other authors before like I am with you. Even though, I love reading. I hope to read Fallout when it comes out. As well as Perfect, please don't stop writing, Mrs. Hopkins. You've made such a difference to your readers. I also hope to meet you someday! You are my inspiration :)Thank you so much!
-Kate
I just wanted to say thanks. My story is similar to the story in Burned and i felt like it was written for me. Thank you(:
I have read all of your YA books, and I am currently anticipating the release of Triangles, and Perfect! I just finished Fallout, It wasn't like I excepted, at all. It was a perfect end to the trilogy. I absolutely fell inlove with Kristina and her crazed life, to be honest I couldn't get enough, I still want more her. As for your other novels, Identical impacted me most. It really helped me deal with some things. But I hope you keep writing and I'll keep reading!
thank you so much for writing these stories of truth, compassion, wisdom & last but not least love. you have inspired me & my life, just finishing reading your latest novel & final installment of kristina's tale, i was breathless, taken away but mostly awestruck. thank you for writing about something other than vampires, dragons, and other mythical things, to write about something that matters.
thank you,
sarah.
Ellen,
you are the best author ever. iim 13 and i had a friend that was depressed. i started reading these books and thats when i finnaly realized she wanted my help. Thank you for writting and you have inspired me to start wrighting a book myself. dont worry i wont copy or take any of your ideas.
Ms. Hopkins, thank you so much for being an awesome writer because your books are absolutely life changing. Crank and Glass are so intense and interesting I cant wait to get fallout. And im soo excited for Perfect. im a slow reader so i havent gotten to Impulse, Tricks, Burned and Identical but i can already tell there amazing. Im a person who judges books by its cover and you make the covers so interesting that i had to see what your books were about. Now were doing a author research project in my english class and i really hope my teacher will let me have you as my author.
Thank you so much for being a writer.
Mrs. Hopkins i remember the day you came to my school and introdced your books to us. And let me tell you i'm so happy you did i right away bought crank impulse and glass... just now i bought identical and its been 3 days i'm almost finished with it. i've never been so into books before. i cant wait to collect the whole collection. they have showed me that reading can be interesting i hope your series doesn't stop at perfect cause i would be so sad... Thank you for writing your books and cant wait to read more... By the way you should really make another apperence in Colorado i would love to have all my books autographed and speak to you again.
Thank you sooooooo much
Caitlyn
Mrs. Hopkins,
Your writing is amazing. Your books have impacted me in many ways. I can relate to all of the characters in Impluse in many ways, and I have learned from all of the other characters in every book. Your books have made me realize that no matter how hard things get, i can choose to find a way out of it and get help, or take the other route and continue to do things such as cutting, drinking, and smoking. Your writing has also inspired me to write poetry, and what better way than to write about my feelings or doing something. For example, cutting, instead of actually doing it i write about what might have happened if i did do it, and i feel much better. Thank you so much Mrs. Hopkins. I cannot wait to read Perfect when it comes out in Sept.
Thank you so very much,
Taylor
i have read all your books within a motnh. then a couple of months later i read them a second time. then a third. i was truly inspired by your books. at the time i thought my life was.....suckish (i hope you dont mind me sayin suckish on account of it not bein a word and your an amazing poet:) when i read your books, kristina (aka Bree), Conner, Vannessa, Tony, Summer, Raleigh, Kaleigh, and every other character in your books hav tought me a lesson. my life is perfect (btw i cant wait for that book to come out) compared to all their lives. if i had money i would own all your books. thank you so much. the world needs people with your talent.
Ellen, you truly inspired me. You've helped me with my poetry and by making me more comfortable in my own skin. I love your books and i owe you more then you could imagine. Thank you. Keep writing. Your uniqwue style of writing is monumentaly awesome! You rock :D
my 20 year old daughter just read 5 of your books in a month: crank, glass, fall-out, burned, and last was identical...did any of your characters try to commit suicide using an epipen? after finishing Identical, my daughter tried to kill herself with an overdose of midol and stabbing her chest with an epipen....she often told me about what she was reading and i know your themes deal with dark and difficult subjects....can teens really handle the content?
My 20 yr old daughter did not handle your books well, even though she was quite addicted to reading them morning noon and night. She is currently in the hospital and i did not let her take your book Impulse with her...
did you ever describe a character using an epipen in a suicide attempt? Why do you think your books are so popular with young readers? please answer me, Donna Jean
Ellen,
Its hard to read a book and face the words of my own life. I take comfort in your books, I look at them as a daily reminder that i'm not the only one who is hiding scars and tuning out memories. I still find myself locked away from the world and only let few in. I wonder if the people whose stories you share also feel the same as me. Being surrounded by people, having them claim to be your best friend and they know you best, when really what they know only scratches the top of my surface...
I want to thank you. You are my inspiration and your books a true part of who I was and am.
Mrs. Ellen Hopkins, your books are a beautiful pieces of work. Very insperational. I've been reading your books for about two years now, and they're my all-time favorites by far. I hope to meet you in the future, becuase you are a role model to me. You have influenced me to write my own poetry and stories about my self mutualtion disorter I suffered with for the last few years of my life. I have reciently stoped, and a lot of your books have a strong impact on my stop of going back to the blade. I thank you with all my heart. Very much love and appreciation, Heather
Ellen Hopkins has helped me realize that the way I used to deal with my problems, by cutting and suicide attempts, was not the way to go, and in showing me this through her writing has saved my life. Impulse was the first book I read and I absoulutley can NOT get enough of her writing. I have related to each and every book on a personal level. In reading all of her books, each one has had a different impact on my life and makes me realize that the decisions I make now will always follow me, haunt me, make me, or break me. She is my favorite author and when I ran out of books to read I had no idea what to do! I hope that someday my writing can be as big of an impact on someones life as Ellen has done for me. You are truly an inspiration Mrs. Hopkins!
Thank you so much and PLEASE continue on with your career you will always have supporters!
Christina
Thank You ! , Your Books Are Simply Amazing. I First Came Across Your Books In The 7th Grade , The First One I Read Was Impulse , I Loved It. I Then Moved On Too Read Crank , I Couldnt Believe It But As Soon As I Started I Couldnt Stop Reading. I Continued On Too Glass , And I Recently Finished Fallout , And I Cried , Because I Can Relate. Those Three Books Are Exactly Like Real Life. I Cant Wait To Read Tricks And Perfect When Its Released. Hope You Continue Too Write More <3
Thank You Again ,
Phylicia
Ellen i think you are a wonderful writer. You inspire me so much alot of your books outline, my life each time i read a sentance from your best sellers crank and glass make me so happy that i am sober still today. you are amazing i look forward to future books. :)
Thank you so much for your books they changed my life I have not read tricks or identical yet I have to save up to buy them but fallout was amazing when I heard that it was the next book I never expected it to be from her kids point of view it proves that what you do to yourself by use of drugs it doesnt just affect you and impulse was amazing how you can recover from alot and I cried when my favorite character commited suicide and burned was great I just wonder did she do what she planned to so in the end Im so sorry that she lost her child and her love and I hope she recovers your characters are so real they are like my best friend thank you for writing such life changing books your books have helped me through a lot (I have dogs and they dont always use the outside for some reason so when Im shampooing the carpets im reading your books xD)
iv been reading your books for years i love them everything seems so real. But what i wanted to is is if you do read these posts you should talk to somebody about makeing your books into movies. But i love your book and hope you keep writeing. Thank You
Thank you so much for writing such good books! I just barely got started reading Crank, and it's already got me hooked. My friend Jessica introduced me to your books, and so far I love them! The messages you put into your writing are so inspiring!
Thanks again so very much!
Brenna
Ellen, you have seriously impacted my life with you books, most of which I could relate to very much. And now reading the information on your new book "perfect" I can't wait for it to come our. And I can't believe I have to wait 6 months for it! But I am sure it is worth it. Thank you so much for writing such great books and thank you for actually changing my life and helping me through it.
~Emilee
I loved the novel CRANK it gave me a new prospective on drugs. I know I might do some once but that will be in a big time of peer pressure. I have never wanted to use any kind of drug. And the novel CRANK gave me more of the reason not to do or even joke about drugs. Thank you so much Ellen Hopkins.
Sincerely,
L.
All I can say is wow...never once have i appreciated literature like i have after reading your books. They're so full of life and understanding of struggles that people face everyday. Everytime i begin to read one of your books, I never want it to end. My life has been everything but perfect which is why your books mean so much to me, because they've opened my eyes into realizing that life is what I choose to make it and I am the one who controls my happiness. It is because of your books that I have the strength and outlook on life that I do now. I can genuinely say your books are unbelievable and I will forever be a fan. I look forwatd to reading all your books to come and hope you continue to create the beautiful masterpieces you have already begun.
Thank you for instilling power, strength and the ability to see beauty in myself.
Hilorie
I have read almost all of your books
crank,glass,identical,impulse,&burnedThese books inspire me in a way I didnt know a book could. You inspire me you have such brilliant writing & i thankyou for sharing it with the world. I just finished burned& Pattyns story touched me. The book was genious my favorite even though its truely sad. You have made a huge impact on my life without your books i dont know what would entertain me. I hope you keep on writing these facinating books so I can continue to read them. Thankyou so much Ellen you truely have a gift of writing..
I know you probably get this a lot but your are such an inspiring woman and a great author. You should really consider in trying to make Crank, Glass, and Fallout into a movie. You would get a lot of hits off of it. I know I would buy it. Your books are so interesting and realistic, I can really relate. Thank you for your time. Please keep writing,
Emily Martin.
Ellen Hopkins,
Thank you so much for your awesome books. Not only are they great books that help people see what truely can go on in teens lifes in this crazy world, but they also help teens who go through though things in their lives such as what your books are about. It helps those teens feel they are not alone. Also helps them through those though times because they learn what choices could hurt them terribaly. Your books did this with me and I re-read them all the time just keep everything in my mind and keep getting me through. Thank you Ellen Hopkins.
I've told you before how much I love you, but my love for you and your writing has shown me a new light. Each of your books have held me tight since the moment I picked it up, I've read many of them more than once. Your writing refreshes my strive to live. I may have fallen deep into depression but your writing can bring me out of myself and once again bring me happiness. Thank you.
Dear Mrs. Hopkins ,
I adore your books, there A-M-A-Z-I-N-G ! I love them . Your writing always inspiers me to write more. I love writing and it would be a dream of mine if i became a writer. I have read all your books and i am a BIG BIG fan of your writing. The style of your writing is so interesting and easy to read. I am so excited to read 'Perfect', guessing that it will be another amazing book. I own all your books and i cant wait till 'Perfect' comes out ! You are one of my role models , and your books have changed my life forever, you are my favorite author ! And i would love to meet you and for you to write more amazing stories.
Thank you so much,
And i hope you know that you have changed many lives for the good,
Lori, <3 (:
Dear Mrs. Hopkins...I was never much of a reader and I'm still not but until my friend Hannah told me I should read Impulse & then she let me borrow it...by the first, couple or so pages I just thought I NEED to read all your other books. I cant believe conner killed himself and Tony & Vanessa falling in love? i was confused. I felt like i was a part of it. no matter, that book was the best book i've ever read in my whole entire life....so far. Thank you for writing these books so teens like me can enjoy them XD!!!!!!!!!!
i have to say thank you. you're unique way of telling a story through poetry, has impacted my own writing style. yes i'm still young, and don't plan on writing a book any time soon, i just wanted to say that your books give me hope, that one day i can be a successful writer :)
Hi Mrs. Hopkins,
I am in my late twenties and am a huge fan of your books. I thank you for such amazing detail in your stories. I have never in my years, been so eager to read and captured by one book, let alone eight by the same author . Thank you so much for these amazing books!
Dear, Ellen Hopkins i have read all you're books and i truly think that you are one amazing author. Ive learned alot about my self and other people from reading you're books. I have all of them and im planning on getting perfect when it comes out(:. Well you're books helped me get through alot of stuff and im glad that i read all of you're books there all amazing. Well thanks for helping(:
Thank you Ellen:]
Marissa.
Mrs. Hopkins,
I am sure that you get a lot of fans saying many things, and I am also sure all those fans mean them. I am just one fan in many, but I do hope my words really reach your ears. Your books are nothing less then unbelievable. I am a very young writer who hopes that one day my dreams will become reality, and really that is it. I face a lot of things everyday that aren't as dramatic as the things that happen to the people in your books... but they hit me hard, and reading your books teaches me more about life then writing, but it also teaches me how to write about life.
I used to write poetry differently... in a way I censored things... but after reading your books and some pages on your website I realize poetry is not meant to be censored, or rhymed... it is just meant to be SAID.
Thanks.
That's all.
Hello.
Thank you.
And Goodnight.
I first saw the book CRANK in my schools library, and to be honest, the simplicity and boldness of the cover alone brought me in. I picked it up and read a few pages, immediately wanting more. I had never willingly borrowed a book out of the library before. I went home and could not put it down! Ever since, I have been hooked to your novels. I anticipate every new novel and frequently check the site for new updates. I think my favourite, overall, is IDENTICAL. Your writing style drags me in and makes me keep reading and reading for hours! Looking forward to reading some more from you!
Keep on writing, you are fantastic a truly an amazingly creative writer. Very inspiring!! :)
YOUR BOOKS ARE THE BOMB...WHEN I FIRST READ BURNED I WAS LIKE DAMN THEY NEEDA TEACH THIS IN SCHOOL, LIKE FOR REAL IT BLOW MY MIND WHAT HAPPEN TO PATTYN ...BUT I JUST WANNA LET YOU KNOW YOU'VE WROTE A GREAT BOOK AND I ENCOURAGE YOU TO WRITE SIMILIAR BOOKS...IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN MY FIRST BOOK TO READ FROM YOU BUT IT AINT THE LAST...KEEP IT UP!!
You are by far the best author on earth..I've read ALL of your books, & now waiting in suspense to read your new one 'Perfect' to come out :)..I love the way you write in such a poetic form. Your books are deffinately what EVERYONE should be reading no matter what age. Your books 'Crank' & 'Glass' show how much life can go down the drain by the choices one makes. All of your books show the REALITY on life & just how life REALLY happens. It's not just some dumb old fairy tale. Anyway, i envy you. ha :) Don't stop writing :) --Victoria Lopez/Cashion High School
I am so lucky to have you come to my school. Lucky that everything in my life landed me here. Reading a million words at my new school to get away from the anxiety and depression, which means I get to have breakfast with you. (along with the others who read a million words too of course.) I don't know what it will be like meeting you. I tend to want to spill my life story but even if you coming to my school has nothing to do with personal desires, the English teachers have almost all your books and they tell us to read them and get to know you. I read Identical first and that was a miracle. I have suffered from sexual abuse and I learned i my self might have a split personality due to childhood trauma but I believe it's mild. Either way your books enlightened me. I must face my depression so that I won't no longer have fear and keep bottling things up. Once you start it's hard to stop because the frustration that no one understands you bums you out whichs means more to bottle up. For my family and friends it's like started a movie at the climax. So much you missed out on and don't understand. I guess that's why I tend to want someone to care about me and just listen without me asking for that because doing that makes it all go away to where my courage and the bad and good memories hide.
one favor I hope you do for me is read The Celestine Prophecy. It gave me hope. A reason to heal my self. And reading your LiveJournal. The comments. Reading that adults are out there putting faith into young folks like me. That we can put more heaven on earth. It's my dream to learn Reiki but more to simply heal no matter how I do it. One day I'm going to meet awesome people like you and I want to be ready and not vulnerable like I am now.
I don't know what help this does for you. I guess it's selfish that I'm probably writing because my mind is easier to access when I'm typing (gosh I with I knew why. I am extremely pressure sensitive but how did that happen?) but I don't know what you think. Maybe like me, it's really comforting hearing someone encourages peace, true love (as Thich Nhat Hanh taught me), mindfulness. and selflessness.
But anyway, I really just wanted to send my energy of gratitude of you and your will of selflessness for young adults like me.
i hope you don't make this awkward if you read this before i meet you and point me out when we meet. because I truly avoid attention. I fear panic attacks and attacks from others. if it helps you understand, if it weren't for my family I would hide from civilization and meditate until I'm emotionally and mentally healed. I tend to hold my breathe and my body (for me) severely tenses up.
much love, kari / big fan
Thank you writing those books. I really enjoyed them all. I got my friend to read crank, and she now has stop doing drugs do to the book. And i thank you for that you really impacted her life!!!
Well hello there MS>ELLEN HOPKINS<3. I would love to thank you for been such an inspiration. You are like my favorite author of all time.I remember that I used to hate reading so much until my best friend Mario<3 told me to read Crank it was amazing so he told me hey if you really liked it you should read burned(I cryed):"(. So guess what I did! I love the books so much because I could relate to some of the stories. Some of the ways the characters feel is what I feel and whats happening to me in like except for the part of been pregnant.:D. I so think you should make movies of all your books.
Absolutely Beautiful writing. I just finished Crank and Glass (in less than 48 hours). Once I started reading, I couldn't put either of them down. Not only were they brilliantly written but also very true to life. Thank you
Thank you so much Mrs. Hopkins! I have to addmit I really thought the books look stupid my friends read them and said they were good but I did not believe them. Then I picked up crank, I could not put it down, I found myself repeating pages from the book. I could not put it down! After I read crank and glass I stumbbled over impulse. I have to tell you Impulse affected me the most. I have been just like these characters Felt the same way and been the smae place. When ever I start to feel depressed all I have to do is pick up this book becasue I know it will help me get throught it. I have read all the books out so far and am very excited for perfect to come out I can't waite. I just want to thank you for writting these beautiful stories of real life people, they have touched me. I will always remember these books there somwthign that stays with you forever. THANKS!
i abosolutly am a huge fan of your books thank you so much for writting these books, they make such a huge impact upon me, im so sad that theres only 2more books i havnt read yet. i read all the rest atleast twice now. there absolutly fantastic, i cannot put them down. im going to be so sad when theres nothing else to read from your, ellen hopkins your such a phanominal writter.
thanks so much, britny.
Hmm I Almost Laughed Throughout The Book Of Impulse (Which Is The Only Book Ive Read From Your Many Novels......And It Wont Be The Last) It Almost Made ME Feel Like You Were Spying On Me This Whole Time And Wrote A Book About My Life, My Thoughts, My Actions. I Moved To Fort Worth, TX When I Was In Third Grade After A Horrible Incident In Corona, California. Here I Expirienced Everything. Inside JPS Hospital, Stands Trinity Springs Pavilion For Psychiatric Services, A Place Only Crazy People Go To, A Place Normal People Dont Even Realize Exists. Where i Spent Countless Days For Overdose, One summer, And Self Mutilation Or Self-Harm Or Self-Injury, Whatever You Want TO Call It. I Even Remember 7:30 Medication Time && Mr. Mike Who Was The Guy That Talked During Group Session. Im 17 And I Havent Been Back There For Almost 8 Months. But I Have A Feeling Im Going To Be There Again Pretty Soon. After Reading Your Book Though, Ive Thought Longer About What To Do. It Didnt Change My Mind, But It Made Me Think, Something I Always Do Although This Time Was Very Different. I Really Enjoyed Your Book, And Im Looking Foward To Reading The Others. I Hope To Get In Touch With You One Day To Ask You Only ONE Question That Circles MY Head. Until Then, Thank you:)
(Oh Yeah,Im ALso A Lutheran......We Have Lots In Common)
Your books have changed my life! I want to thank you so much for giving your time to write these books and change young peoples lives. I have told all my friends about your books and I have had a lot of them read them. I love Impulse the most. I have read them all over and over again. Everytime a new book of yours comes out I go right to the book store and buy it. I can't wait to read the ones to come.
Thank you so much,
Shelby
You are an amazing writer. I am currently reading all your books and im hoping to see more as i grow older!:) your books keep me going everyday. Id rather read your books then do anything else. Your books have changed my life. Ive been thru some of the things the people in your books have. im so thankful to read your books. thank you so much.
I can relate to all the struggles your daughter went through and i appreciate you putting her story out there for people like me who needed something showing that the people around me are effected by what i choose to do. I am so incredible moved and motivated by your stories and i love the way you write them. I love reading and your books are my favorites. Thank you so much.
I just have to say i love your books they are amazing and really speak to me :)
Ellen,
You are my favorite author. I started a few years ago by reading Crank and was hooked from the start. I love your unique style of writing and the way words on the page sometimes form a picture. I am currently reading Tricks and it is phenomenal. I love stories about teenage struggle as I have been through a lot in my young life. Your books help me through hard times and make me realize no matter how hard life gets, it can always get better. Thank you, thank you and thank you. Keep the amazing novels coming please!
Katie
P.S. Can't wait for Perfect!
Friday, August 13, 2010
A Dedication Wall.
For fans or anyone else who has ever been impacted by Ellen & her writing.
This is your wall.
Share it here.
Posted by El
I just finished Burned and the ending killed me. Pattyn and Ethan were perfect for each other. I would love to find that in real life. But you are an amazing author and I can't wait to read the rest of your books. My goal is to finish all of them before Perfect comes out.
Thank you soooo much,
Amanda
thank you so much for putting tour books out there for us young people to read. they have all helped me to be a better person and to make better choices in m y own life. tricks was a subject that was very touchy, yet you took on the burden and made it into beautiful art. thank you again.
wow!.....i have no other words for you! your books are just WOW! at the end of each of them they leave me speechless but satisified And wanting more! i read your book crank in 6hrs.! i couldn't put the book down. when i'm not reading your books i feel anxious to read another. You also taught me that even if i take a wrong time i can always turn it around! there's always a positive side and that i should never touch the "monster". i love the way you keep me reading between the lines and always keep me guessing. Thank you for everything and KEEP WRITING BOOKS!
THANKS AGAIN,
SIA
Your books have had such a great impact on my life, they really keep me going. I am so happy that I stumbled upon Crank two years ago, and became addicted to your books. I can really connect to some of your characters, and I just want to thank you for writing these books, and don't ever stop, because I look forward to each one. (I cannot wait for Perfect!)
Thank you so much.
Jeana
thank you for being the best author. i heard of u from a friend of mine. im currently reading the crank series:crank, glass, fallout. the library's only have one of each of ur books and they are always checked out. but i put a hold on 'em so when they come in i have 'em.
I'll start off with the fact that I'm absolutely in love eith your books. I've read every single one, and I'm eagerly awaiting Perfect that comes out in September. But what is so great about these books is how real they are. I too had a battle with drugs that nearly tore away everything I had worked to acheive. During my recovery and fight back, I read Crank, and I was instantly hooked. It was your booksthat gave me the strength to know that there was someone else out there, and that my choices affected everyone around me. So thank you so much.
Please keep writing for others out there.
I will keep this brief and simple. You are a literature genius. I absolutely love your books. All of them, including your poetry.
With my deepest sincerity,
Just call me... Adah
Ellen Hopkins,
Your books are amazing and I can not get enough of them! A friend introduced me to your books my senior year of high school and I automatically fell in love. Reading your books make me think alot about my life and my past. I have experienced some of the challenges mentioned in more than one book. It has opened my eyes to so much and I would just like to say thank you! I look forward to your new releases to come!
Dear Ellen Hopkins,
Your books will save a loot of lives. show people; parents and kids, the realities of addiction and sexual abuse. It'll teach them how to save lives, make changes that they will desperately need to succeed. I'm writing a book now, i'm actually almost done. It's halfway inspired by you. So thanks. It shows my side of the story, where i struggle with suicidal tendencies, drugs, and love. The high school life; only more deeper in depth. Your books drag me in from the very beginning and the format is so unique. you inspire me hugely Ellen. I want my book, to turn out like yours.
One Of Your Biigest Fans, Janell Kristene.
I love your books! Before reading your books I absolutely could not find a book! You are most deffinately my favorite author! Ive read all of your books atleast once if not more! You are awesome!
Hell-o my name is Joshua D. Planchon and i was recently handicaped from a car wreak i brook my neck and when i woke up, my mom and my girl friend had bought me the ellen hopkin's books, i had read crank and glass already in high school a couple years ago. but they gave me tricks befor i started to get movement back in my hands people looked at me crazy, a kid carring around a book he cant read, but after time went by i worked that dam book till my hand had caluses, i finaly finished it after haven the book for 3 months... Ellen i thank you for your wonderful books and with the help in gettin better now cents i have read that book i now can read anything i wannt. thank you again
Josh P.
reading your book implse has left me speachless i can compare my own life to them and their experiences. i am truly touched by your books and i plan to read the rest of your books and be amazed some more. i am also doing an author study on you so, because you are amazing.
celina
Ellen Hopkins,
Your book Fallout has changed my life. I have recently bought it and have read it over ten times. You have changed my life. I can relate to all three of Autumn's, Hunter's, and Summer's stories. They all fit me perfectly in how I've been affected by my father's abuse of drugs.
He didn't use meth, thank god, but he's used marijuana and was a former alcoholic. He might be an alcoholic still. I'm unsure. He's so far out of it I'm not sure.
Thank you for these books, I tear up and get goosebumps whenever I read fallout.
If I ever get the chance to meet you I would thank you many times. I apologize if this sounds repetive, but you are an inspiration to me. Thank you.
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Mrs. Hopkins.....
I must you, you really hit the nail on the head with all of your books. As a teenager with bipolar disorder, "Impulse";s Vanessa hit hard, and hit home. You made me realize that I'm not the only girl with these emotional problems, and that I CAN get help.
Thank you so much.
- Katt
When I finish reading one of your books, I feel like I lose a friend, But I am happy because you are such an amazing author, and your stories give me knowledge. When I saw "Fallout" in the new section at my school's library, My eyes lit up. Thank You Ms. Hopkins.
Mrs. Elle you are great! Not only have you helped educate readers about the directions to not go in, you have also brought us teens voice and given us reassurance that there are ppl who have the same feelings as us and helped us understand its not the end of the world ANYONE WHO CAN DO THAT IS GIFTED BY GOD HIMSELF may he continue to bless you to do more amazing work!
the books crank glass and fallout literally changed my life. my mom is a meth addict and it helped me get in her head a little bit in a way. it made me laugh and cry and think about my life as well. you couldnt explain the monster better, it ruins lives. Fallout was the easiest to relate to because ive been in all of their situations and having a mother addicted to men and the monster is destroying. i hope people will understand more, i know i did after reading those books. thank you.
Thank you so much for ALL of your books. I will always read them. The Crank ,Glass, and Fallout as helped me get over alot of stuff in my life. And Identical is an asmzing book I love them all and really cant wait for Perfect. Hope you keep priting new ones.
I really love your books Thank you so much
Thanks,
Ellen Hopkins you have made me happy about reading i love to read your books. before your books, i never ever wanted to read. I hated it dreded reading! I love your books cause even though i have never experienced what any of your people go through i feel like i understand it. and they are all amazing books cannot wait to read fallout.
I LOVE ALL OF YOUR BOOKS!! TH LAST ONE I HAVE TO READ IS IDENTICAL!!! I JUST FINISHED BURN LAST NIGHT READ UNTIL 2 AM! SHOCKED BY THE ENDING I COULDNT EVEN SLEEP!! ANYWAYS I CAN RELATE TO CRANK AND GLASS BEING AN ADDICT OF METH AS WELL. BUT ONCE I GOT PREGNANT I GAVE IT ALL UP! AND HAVENT TOUCHED IT SINCE! MY SON IS NOW 4 YEARS OLD AND IM SO GLAD I DIDNT SCREW UP LIKE KRISTINA... LIKE MY MOTHER DID!!!! THANK YOU FOR WRITING THE WAY YOU DO AND KEEP PUTTING OUT THESE AMAZING BOOKS!!! I LOVE THEM AND AM CONSTANTLY GETTING ALL MY FRIENDS TO READ THEM!! CANT WAIT FOR YOUR NEW BOOK COMING IN SEPTEMBER!!!!
GRACE
Oh my gosh! I am in love with your books, I can never put them down.
I only like books that are realistic and that can actually happen. well i just wanted to say, Thank you for sharing your very special talent! I can't wait to read the rest of our books, I have read Crank, Glass, And Fallout so far....AMAZING!!! Then again Thank You!
I love your books. There is no other way to put it. They are inspiring and sad and utterly heartbreaking, but also the most amazing books I have ever read. You are a mind-blowing writer, and I will keep reading your books for the rest of my life!
Dear Mrs. Hopkins,
I wanted to say thank you for writing your books. You've inspired me both as a poet and an author that I can combine the two and create something beautiful out of it. Thank you so much :)
Dear Mrs. Hopkins,
i have yet to read all of your books. actually i just started reading them. in 2 days time i read identical and crank. your books are such an inspiration to me. they have to be the best books i have ever read. i am going to buy the rest of your books tonight so i can read them. you are my new favorite author and i cannot wait to read the rest of your books. i know you dont have the time but it would be amazing if you could make a visit to my school. everyone there loves your books just as much as i do. you've changed the way that i look at life and how people struggle and we all dont have it easy. i cant say thank you enough for just being an amazing author.
sincerely,
Ashley
Ellen, your books are incredible. I was introduced to you novels through a Young Adult Literature class that I took in High School and they helped me find joy in reading. When I read Impulse, I felt like the characters in the novel were speaking directly to me. I went through a similar experience as the characters and every time I read Impulse it brings me back to that place. When I have negative thoughts, I open Impulse and through the characters I find the strength to keep going. I used to view reading as a chore. Now that I am in college, I pick up one of your novels to escape from the boring science texts I read for class. If it wasn't for your writing, I would never pick up any reading material that isn't assigned for class.
Thanks,
Shelbi
I can't begin to tell you how your books have influenced me in my life. I have every single one of your books and I can't stop reading them. I can relate to the characters emotions, feelings and actions in so many ways and just being able to connect with them helps me in my own ways. You are by far the best writter in my eyes. Thank you so much, I can't wait for perfect to come out!!!
Kristy-Lynn
in a about my seventh year of school i was a hard core drug user. it was the only life iknown because my mother was one and she died of an overdose when i turned 13 and i couldnt ever let it go so when i started my 8th grade of school i was still using drugs and then i would cry my stelf to slep everynight then one of my boyfriends at the time showed me a world that i didnt know of cutting shocking word to say but yeah its there nothing could erase the scares on my arms legs all over i should say then me and my boyfriend broke up after seen what i did i would eat for days tell end i look like a sketeon and i still cut and used drugs my spiral was so huge there was no way i could get out of it then grade 9 i think it was i was 15 at the time and i seen one of your books and read it and it made me cry then i started looking back on my life and seen that wasnt a life and it isnt going to be the life i bring my little son into so now i am sixteen and trying to change my ways but i cant do it right. the only way i can make money is by prositution but i dont want to. my life is such a mess and with no one to help me i turm to you. cuz my son is gone they took him from me but at least he well be living the life that i dreamed for hiim.
Well I started reading the first book when it came out in 2004, Crank and I have just been attatched to all of Ellen's books ever since. Having struggled with my own teen trama, these books really helped cope with life and find something to relate to. I just finished fallout and was amazed at this depressing but amazing journy ellen took us through with Kristinas life. I am so sad this is the last book of the triligy but am looking forward to the next two books she has comming out this year! These books have really changed my life and opened my eyes, I never knew how horribly drugs tear apart families. God bless and I will always be an Ellen Hopkins reader.
I once had a best friend, a friend who I'd spend countless hours doing absolutely nothing special with but that nothing meant everything.
He was a fun guy, always up for adventures, no matter how risky or silly they were. But one day, it was too much.
My friend begin to sink deep into this thing called addiction. He become a druggie and an alcoholic, and this was all before he was even an adult.I began to resent him, hate him for what he was doing. If I tried to help, it only made him want to do it more.
Then one day I came across Crank, and I tore through it. The book was like a little insight into my friend's life, and for once, I was feeling the way he was. He wasn't doing this to hurt anyone...it was just the grasp of drugs that was too strong, and I understood he was just too weak to get out.
He's doing better these days, he's managed to get help that I'd never be able to provide. But thanks so much for your book Mrs. Hopkins. It made me realize that we shouldn't judge an addict from the beginning, because there can be so much more behind that fake smile.Keep writing, your books are fantastic.
Thank you so much for writing these books! i absolutely loved reading them and can't wait until Perfect comes out. Your books are so real and you are amazing at getting everyone's point of view in each book. I've seen other sides of life that i never would have learned about as much as i did from your books. You are my favorite author and you really have changed my view on things.
thank you again!
Thank you so very much. I must tell you Ms. Ellen Hopkins, if someone hasn't told you this yet, you are amazing. When you write I feel I am reading the story of somone's real life, like that specific character is out there in the world somewhere and I have to safe them. You have an exceptional gift and talent, sometimes I forget that this is "fiction".When you write you become the character, I have never in my 17 years of life encountered that type of techinque, and I am gracious that I have. The first book I read of yours was Identical, how I could relate to that story from so many dimensions, I literally cried at the end; how powerful each word sentence and paragraph. After, my encounterment with Identical I just couldn't help myself but to read all of your books... at this very moment I have read all of your books I am now reading fallout...Thank you for writing all of your books especially Tricks and Identical ... and thankyou for writing for the world informing them about the troubles of the world ... most people try to cover it up and act as if those problems are amongst our world but not you because you are special... you know when people say " God put us on the world for a reason" , well God put you on this world to enlighten others...
THANKYOU SOOOOOOO MUCH FOR ALL YOU DO AND ALL YOU ARE
WITH GRATITUDE,
Kelli =^^=
Those who said you wouldn't succeed must feel terrible... God loves you
i have read everyone of your books. i love them all. I was doing dope when i picked up crank. that's actually why i read it. my best friend who i was doing it with told me about it. i could relate to so much she was going through and why and how and what she was doing. I have been clean 3 years now. i will never touch it again. you are an amazing writer and i look forward to many more books from you :) thank you. i'd give you credit for saving me and my best friend who is now a clean and sober stay at home mother of two that she cherishes. from both of us....THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR STORY.
I appreciate all ghat you write. Normally reading is difficult for me. Your books however inspire me I have always wanted to be able to write and be able to inspire teenagers and young adults by not hiding the truths of the real world. You open up the communication for topics that are often taboo. I was upset when I missed your apperence at my local Barnes and Noble. There is so much I wanted to ask and just meet the one person who has ever inspired me to just sit and read all of your books I have read in one day. You are by far my favorite author, thank you for all your books and I can not wait for Perfect.
Ellen Hopkins is absolutely the best author I have ever read a book from. She made me forget the author of twilights name and I was in love with the idea of Edward Cullen.. lol
But anyways. Ellen Hopkins reaches out to teens and makes them feel like someone understands them. She isn't the perfect author. No one is perfect.. But hey.. Shes pretty darn close<3
Ellen Hopkins, you are an amazing writer. Your peoms have inspired me in many ways and made me stronger on the inside. Please continue writing because your books are great and I like thousands more of your fancs absolutly love all of them. Sometimes i wish that you would even make movies out of your books because I bet they would be just as amazing.
Thank you again Ms. Hopkins
So much has happened to me through the 15 years Iv'e been alive, I was born a mistake to a teenage mother, only 16 and my father walked out on us and has been in and out of my life since I was three years old and that is enough to hurt anyone. I accedently came across your book "Impulse" early last summer (2010) at Books a Million, by accedent..which I think it was fate because it applied to my life in many ways. I cut, took pills, burned my skin, punched walls, and even tried committing suicide, before I found it, so you can kind of tell how it did apply to me, and even though I didn't stop as soon as I finsihed the book it still made a major impact on my life. As soon as I finished "Impulse" I moved to "Crank" "Glass" & "Fallout" which I just recently finished and those also meant a lot to me. Kristina and her addiction leaned torward me doing and smoking marijauna, and ciggerettes. Her children, ecspecailly Hunter, being a teenage accedent as well, opened my eyes and helped me understand that I'm not the only one who goes through not having a good relationship with my mom and having no father around. I can't wait to start reading more of your books, I'm currently reading identical and Burned is next on my list because I too, have gone though sexual abuse when I was a little girl. Ellen every single one of your books that I have read so far has touched my life or meant something to me in some way and I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart because you opened my eyes. I have been getting help for my depression but you played a major roll in getting that help. I don't cut, or swallow pills, or burn myself, or think of suicide, or smoke weed and ciggerettes anymore, halfway thanks to YOU and because of your brilliant way of putting real teenage issues onto paper, intresting enough for young people, like me to pick up and relate to, & fall in love with. So again, thank you so much. Please keep up the wonderful work, you have saved so many (and not just teenagers) lives. Love, Ashley.
Mrs.Hopkins i believe you may be pleased to hear that i have read everyone of your newest books. They were all worth sitting down and reading. You have a gift with what you write. You inform the world of what is going on in young adults lives and what they struggle through. I am looking forward to reading Perfect and Triangles because I know i will not be disapointed. Please do not ever stop writing and informing us. Thank you very much for being here today.
Mrs.Hopkins.... I absolutley LOVE ur books. They are very good and inspiring. I also love the unique way they are written. Please continue to write more books.Thank you sooo much.
~Courtni
Ms. Hopkins,
I just wanted to say thank you. You're one of the greatest authors. I own every one of your books and waiting on "Perfect" to add to my collection. I connect with your books in a personal manner. My sister/best friend has been down the road in some of your books so due to that I have seen a lot of the stuff you have written about. I myself have also been through some of the things. I hope you continue to write your books. I work at a girls juvenile facility and hear the girls tell their stories and I think of your books. We have some of your books at work and I think its great that the girls get the chance to read your work and I beleive it helps them to change the way they want to live when they get to leave the facility. Once again, thank you some much for all your great work and hope to see much more of it in the future.
Yours Truely,
Mrs. B.C.
Ellen Hopkins, you are a narrating genius.
you convey emotions and feelings perfectly into words.
i hope you realize how many lives you've not only touched and reached out to, but most importantly saved.
if it is a part of yourself you wish to continue, please, don't EVER stop writing.
you are what us teenagers like to call, a hero.
I have become a huge fan over the last couple years. I have everything from Crank on up and am halfway through Fallout...Tricks is next. I look forward to both Perfect and Triangles as well. Your way of writing poetic verse has deeply inspired me. I have written poetry for the better part of 20 years, yet had never seen it written as you have done. I have since written my own story, one still in progress but I have gotten many great critiques on it. Thank you, for the inspiration and the amazing books to read as well.
Parick
You are an inspirational author. Thank you for putting your words onto pages and into books. It would be awesome to see these books as movies. Although the movies won't be books, they would be SO amazing. :)
Thank you for amazing reads over the years.
God Bless,
Jenniger
I love your books soo much. I read them over and over again. Your an amazing writter. I just wish you would keep writing about Krtistina and her family. The first book I bought of yours was Crank. I loved it so much and I still do. I can read your books over and over again. I'm going to the book store this weekend actually. I'm planning on buying more of your books. Please write some more books. You are my favorite Author
I love your books sooo much!!(:
Mrs. Hopkins, I love all your books and the way you write,they really speak to me and inspire me. These books are not just books,and that is what I love about them the most. Thank you so much for sharing you and your family's story. It means a lot to me to be able to read such personal things and to be not only touched but inspired. Your books not only open my eyes to others struggles and doing my best to understand and help it really opened my eyes to appreciate my life and all the wonderful things I have in it. One thing very important to me is that if you ever come to a location near me in Tulsa,OK I really want to meet you, shake your hand, and thank you in person for your wonderful words, your amazing courage, and your support to teens who struggle with addiction.
Thank you,
Kendall
I just want to say that i discovered your books when i was in grade 9. I first read burned and thought the style it was written in was very intrigueing. when i was in grade 10 i was on crutches for a very long time and where did i go to spend my time? the library. I started reading crank and was very touched and inspired by your writing, now i get bored reading just regular books. I love your style, maybe because i wanted to be a poet growing up or maybe because your books touch on such contraversial issues. I can't wait to read your more recent novels!
Dear Mrs. Hopkins,
your books have impacted my life in a way you can never imagine. when i read Crank, Glass, or Fallout, i think of how alike my Aunt and Kristina are. my Aunt has three children and isnt even 22 yet. i love all of your books and i do hope you keep writing and fast, because i cant wait for the books that follow Impulse and Burned. i am working of getting all of your books, but my eReader is punishing me for some reason, haha. your books do change people and how they look at things, it certainly changed me, changed me completly, and its crazy how im such a bookworm and only your books can do that! i cant wait untill some movie people (director's) come your way and make a movie of any of your books!! any one of yours will certainly changed the whole nation!! hopefully that will come true...
always your reader
Cindy Diaz
Your bookss saved my life. Thank you for that.
Ellen thank you for making books the way you do. These books helped me figure out what i want to do with my life and that is to help people like those in your book. THANK YOU SO MUCH
I love your books, I own them all and im pre ordering perfect. All of your books are amazing and have influenced my life greatly. I can not express how much i love your books! Thank you so much.
Ellen Hopkins I have just began reading your books. I am not much of a reader, but as soon as I saw your book, Crank, and opened it up and read it I knew I just had to find more of your books. You are a great author and you have taught me a lot with just reading the book, Crank. It has touched me in a way I cannot explain. I just started reading, Burned, and I realized that you wrote two other book series for Crank. I love your writing and you are a great author. I can't wait to read more of your books. Thank you.
Hands down, the crank series was the best books I've ever read. Ironic that I said hands down, because literally I could not take my hands off these books. They have inspired me to look at other people's point of views.
I think the saddest thing about Kristina is how she knew what she was doing when she first did meth. How, she knew the lack of self control was what kept her coming back. But, that is what makes these books so very powerful as well. It's powerful in a twisted kind of way.
I hope you keep going through life inspiring others like you have inspired me. -Hannah.
wow...thats all i can say really. Crank was the first book you wrote that i read and i have followed you since. All of your books have touched me in a way i just cant explain. Im excited about perfect and know it will be great. when i read your writing it hard to put the book down. you are my alltime favorite :)
i could literally go on for days about how much i love your books. i started reading your books around a year and a half ago, and i have re read them many times since. you sucked me in with kristina's story in crank and glass, and her kids story in fallout. i bawled my eyes out at the end of impulse when connor hurled himself off the cliff, but i love that you had tony and vanessa get together. the ending of burned sent me for a loop, especially after ethan died. i felt like i could feel pattyn's pain when she lost both him and the baby, something i have never been able to say about another book. i loved tricks because you tackled a very difficult subject that most authors wouldnt touch, and i admire you greatly for that. lastly, my personal favorite is identical. the ending of that book. i reread it so many times because i just couldnt believe it!
i cannot wait until perfection comes out! i hope you keep writing more novels because the way you write is beautiful. <3
Thank you so much for writing all of your books. I've read Impulse, Identical, Crank, and Glass. I'm on Fallout right now and I own all of your books and I'm looking forward to Perfect. I absolutely love your style. I think my favorite book is Identical. It is the first one I read and I've been hooked ever since. Thank you so much for this ride through edgy fiction. You're an amazing writer and you have inspired and awed so many people. Please don't stop!! You're one of my favorite authors! I hope to meet you one day!! :)
You're awesome!!
-Christine
Ellen, your books have insprired me in everyway they could. When i frist picked up Crank i waas uplifted buy the stroy. I can relate to her in many ways
But when i read Indentical i was amazed! Honestly! i am a twin myslef and that book touched me deep inside.
Thank you for being brave an telling stories bout the expericence of life.
ellen,
i would just like to say your books are amazing and keep writing more :). if i may, i would like to give you some ideas about new books. make a seguel to burned. whatever happens to the girl after her baby and the man she oves dies? does she find another? get lost in the world? or just finishes hersef also to be with them? or u can make more books about the caracters in fallout. does summer ever see kyle again? do they split up or reunite? do hunter and niki last forever and get married or does he cheat again and loose her? does autum reunite her family and be with them? or go back to her aunt cora? in identical does she ever find happiness? or does she all together loose her mind....these are the things i need answered. please wright more books :)
Dear, My favorite writer--Mrs. Hopkins--
I LOVE your books, ive read every one, and you never faild to impress me. :) You inspired me to write books of my very own... The 1st book of your's i read was Burned and i could not put it down. I wanted more. Im just now geting done with Identical. But i LOVE your writeing and i hope you never give up your dreams, and i promise i will never give up mine. I will continue to bye and read your books intill your done. But i will bye them ALL to make sure i can hold on to your amazing writing forever. Have a peaceful and happy life. :)(sorry if you dont like the smileys, i was just really happy about writing this, and if anythings in text i apologize..)
Your truely,
Laurel, age 13 :)
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