Luis Alberto Urrea Books in Order

Luis Alberto Urrea is a celebrated author of 13 books, including The Hummingbird's Daughter, The Devil's Highway, and Into the Beautiful North. Born in Tijuana to a Mexican father and American mother, he weaves the themes of borders, immigration, and the human quest for love and belonging throughout his work. A Pulitzer Prize finalist in nonfiction, he has garnered numerous accolades, including the Kiriyama Prize, the Lannan Award, an American Book Award, and induction into the Latino Literary Hall of Fame. As a creative writing professor at the University of Illinois-Chicago, he continues to inspire a new generation of writers. His work has been recognized for its depth and nuance, reflecting his unique perspective on the complexities of identity and culture.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Luis Alberto Urrea

  • #1
    Across the Wire(1993)
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  • #2
    By the Lake of Sleeping Children(1996)
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  • #3
    Nobody's Son(1998)
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  • #1
    A World of Turtles: A Literary Celebration (With: Gregory McNamee)(1997)
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  • #2
    Wandering Time(1999)
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  • #3
    The Devil's Highway(2004)
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  • #1
    In Search of Snow(1994)
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  • #2
    Into the Beautiful North(2009)
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  • #3
    Mr. Mendoza's Paintbrush(2009)
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  • #4
    The House of Broken Angels(2018)
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  • #5
    Good Night, Irene(2023)
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  • #6
    Amapola(2009)
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About Luis Alberto Urrea

Luis Alberto Urrea is a celebrated author of 13 books, including The Hummingbird's Daughter, The Devil's Highway, and Into the Beautiful North. Born in Tijuana to a Mexican father and American mother, he weaves the themes of borders, immigration, and the human quest for love and belonging throughout his work. A Pulitzer Prize finalist in nonfiction, he has garnered numerous accolades, including the Kiriyama Prize, the Lannan Award, an American Book Award, and induction into the Latino Literary Hall of Fame. As a creative writing professor at the University of Illinois-Chicago, he continues to inspire a new generation of writers. His work has been recognized for its depth and nuance, reflecting his unique perspective on the complexities of identity and culture.

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