Jade Chang
Jade Chang was born in Ohio, USA. Chang attended Cornell University where she received a Degree in English Literature and Political Philosophy.
Jade Chang has written 2 standalone novels, starting with The Wangs vs. the World in 2016. The most recently released novel was What a Time to Be Alive, which was released in 2025. There are no upcoming standalone novels by Jade at this time.
Jade Chang has also written The Real Thing series which has 6 books including The List and Single Asiatic Male Seeks Ride or Die Chick.
Jade Chang's novel
The Wangs vs. the World was A New York Times Editor's Choice, one of Amazon's Best Books of the Year, One of NPR's Best Books of the Year, one of Buzzfeed's Best Books of the Year, one of Elle's Best Books of the Year, one of Entertainment Weekly's Most Anticipated Titles, A Barnes & Noble Discover Pick, and an October Indie Next Pick.
Jade Chang: Awards & Accolades
Chang's book, The Wangs vs. the World won the VCU Cabell First Novelist Award, Outstanding Debut Novel, in 2017.
Chang's book, The Wangs vs. the World was nominated for the Alex Awards, Best Book, in 2017.
Jade Chang: TV/Movies Based on Books
Jade Chang's novel The Wangs vs. the World has been adapted into a TV series that has been in development with since 2018. Jade also wrote one episode of The Bay-Sitters Club titled Claudia and Mean Janine in 2020.
Related Authors
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- Anthony Horowitz, author of the Detective Daniel Hawthorne Series.
- Diana Gabaldon, author of the Outlander Series.
- Jane Austen, author of: Pride and Prejudice.
- Paula Hawkins, author of: The Girl on the Train.
- Tara Westover, author of: Educated: A Memoir.
Jade Chang: F.A.Q
Where was Jade Chang Born?
Jade Chang was born in Ohio, USA and is American.
What book awards has Jade Chang won?
The Wangs vs. the World: VCU Cabell First Novelist Award: Outstanding Debut Novel (2017).
What was the first book Jade Chang wrote?
The first book written by Jade Chang was The Wangs vs. the World, published in 2016.
What was the most recent book Jade Chang wrote?
Her most recently released work was What a Time to Be Alive on September 30th, 2025.
What is the most popular book by Jade Chang?
Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular Jade Chang book is
The Wangs vs. the World. Here are her most popular books and their average ratings:
- The Wangs vs. the World (7.00)
Are there upcoming new books by Jade Chang?
Jade Chang does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
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How many books has Jade Chang written?
Jade Chang has written 3 books. 2 Standalone Novels, 1 book in The Real Thing Series.