Jeanine Cummins

Jeanine Cummins is the author of four books: the bestselling memoir A Rip in Heaven, and the novels The Outside Boy, The Crooked Branch, and American Dirt. She lives in New York with her husband and two children.

What genres does Jeanine Cummins write in?

She writes literary contemporary fiction and narrative non-fiction. Her published work includes novels and a memoir, often engaging family, grief, and social themes.

What are Jeanine Cummins major books and what order can I read them in?

Key titles include A Rip in Heaven (memoir), The Outside Boy, The Crooked Branch, American Dirt, and Speak to Me of Home. Reading them in that sequence follows the order in which they are commonly listed and reflects her memoir plus successive novels.

Is American Dirt part of a series?

No. American Dirt is a standalone novel and was notably selected for Oprah's Book Club.

Which book should I start with to get a sense of her writing?

If you prefer non fiction start with A Rip in Heaven. For fiction, American Dirt is a widely read entry point; The Outside Boy and The Crooked Branch showcase her earlier novel writing.

Are Jeanine Cummins books available in multiple formats?

Yes. Her titles are available in print formats such as paperback and hardcover, and some editions have been included in prominent book club selections.