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The Maze Runner

Book One of the Maze Runner Series

Book One of the Maze Runner Series

Book One of the Maze Runner Series

By James Dashner

By James Dashner

By James Dashner

By James Dashner

By James Dashner

By James Dashner

By James Dashner
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By James Dashner
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Paperback $13.99

Aug 24, 2010 | ISBN 9780385737951 | Young Adult

Hardcover $19.99

Oct 06, 2009 | ISBN 9780385737944 | Young Adult

Ebook $6.99

Oct 06, 2009 | ISBN 9780375893773 | Young Adult

Audiobook Download $22.00

Oct 06, 2009 | 650 Minutes | Young Adult

CD $24.99

Aug 04, 2015 | 660 Minutes | Young Adult

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    About The Maze Runner

    THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING MAZE RUNNER SERIES • A teenager with no memory must navigate a deadly maze to survive in book one of this post-apocalyptic phenomenon.

    “[A] mysterious survival saga that passionate fans describe as a fusion of Lord of the Flies [and] The Hunger Games” (Entertainment Weekly)

    When Thomas wakes up in the lift, the only thing he can remember is his name. He’s surrounded by strangers—boys whose memories are also gone.
     
    Outside the towering stone walls that surround them is a limitless, ever-changing maze. It’s the only way out—and no one’s ever made it through alive.

    Then a girl arrives. The first girl ever. And the message she delivers is terrifying: Remember. Survive. Run.

    Look for more books in the blockbuster Maze Runner series:
    THE MAZE RUNNER • THE SCORCH TRIALS • THE DEATH CURE • THE KILL ORDER • THE FEVER CODE

    About The Maze Runner

    THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING MAZE RUNNER SERIES • A teenager with no memory must navigate a deadly maze to survive in book one of this post-apocalyptic phenomenon.

    “[A] mysterious survival saga that passionate fans describe as a fusion of Lord of the Flies [and] The Hunger Games” (Entertainment Weekly)

    When Thomas wakes up in the lift, the only thing he can remember is his name. He’s surrounded by strangers—boys whose memories are also gone.
     
    Outside the towering stone walls that surround them is a limitless, ever-changing maze. It’s the only way out—and no one’s ever made it through alive.

    Then a girl arrives. The first girl ever. And the message she delivers is terrifying: Remember. Survive. Run.

    Look for more books in the blockbuster Maze Runner series:
    THE MAZE RUNNER • THE SCORCH TRIALS • THE DEATH CURE • THE KILL ORDER • THE FEVER CODE

    About The Maze Runner

    THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING MAZE RUNNER SERIES • A teenager with no memory must navigate a deadly maze to survive in book one of this post-apocalyptic phenomenon.

    “[A] mysterious survival saga that passionate fans describe as a fusion of Lord of the Flies [and] The Hunger Games” (Entertainment Weekly)

    When Thomas wakes up in the lift, the only thing he can remember is his name. He’s surrounded by strangers—boys whose memories are also gone.
     
    Outside the towering stone walls that surround them is a limitless, ever-changing maze. It’s the only way out—and no one’s ever made it through alive.

    Then a girl arrives. The first girl ever. And the message she delivers is terrifying: Remember. Survive. Run.

    Look for more books in the blockbuster Maze Runner series:
    THE MAZE RUNNER • THE SCORCH TRIALS • THE DEATH CURE • THE KILL ORDER • THE FEVER CODE

    About The Maze Runner

    THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING MAZE RUNNER SERIES • A teenager with no memory must navigate a deadly maze to survive in book one of this post-apocalyptic phenomenon.

    “[A] mysterious survival saga that passionate fans describe as a fusion of Lord of the Flies [and] The Hunger Games” (Entertainment Weekly)

    When Thomas wakes up in the lift, the only thing he can remember is his name. He’s surrounded by strangers—boys whose memories are also gone.
     
    Outside the towering stone walls that surround them is a limitless, ever-changing maze. It’s the only way out—and no one’s ever made it through alive.

    Then a girl arrives. The first girl ever. And the message she delivers is terrifying: Remember. Survive. Run.

    Look for more books in the blockbuster Maze Runner series:
    THE MAZE RUNNER • THE SCORCH TRIALS • THE DEATH CURE • THE KILL ORDER • THE FEVER CODE

    About The Maze Runner

    Perfect for fans of Divergent and The Hunger Games, this special movie tie-in edition of the New York Times bestseller The Maze Runner features an eight-page full-color insert with photos from the film. The first and second books, The Maze Runner and The Scorch Trials, are now major motion pictures featuring the star of MTV’s Teen Wolf, Dylan O’Brien, as Thomas; Kaya Scodelario as Teresa; Aml Ameen as Alby; Will Poulter as Gally; and Thomas Brodie-Sangster as Newt! And look for James Dashner’s newest novel, The Eye of Minds, book one in the Mortality Doctrine series.
     
    Nice to meet ya, shank. Welcome to the Glade.
     
    Outside the towering stone walls that surround the Glade is a limitless, ever-changing maze. It’s the only way out—and no one’s ever made it through alive.
     
    Everything is going to change.
     
    Then a girl arrives. The first girl ever. And the message she delivers is terrifying.
     
    Remember. Survive. Run.
     
    Praise for the Maze Runner series:
    A #1 New York Times Bestselling Series
    A USA Today Bestseller
    A Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Book of the Year
    An ALA-YASLA Best Fiction for Young Adults Book
    An ALA-YALSA Quick Pick
     
    “[A] mysterious survival saga that passionate fans describe as a fusion of Lord of the Flies, The Hunger Games, and Lost.“—EW.com
     
    “Wonderful action writing—fast-paced…but smart and well observed.”—Newsday
     
    “[A] nail-biting must-read.”—Seventeen.com
     
    “Breathless, cinematic action.”—Publishers Weekly
     
    “Heart pounding to the very last moment.”—Kirkus Reviews
     
    “Exclamation-worthy.”—Romantic Times
     
    [STAR] “James Dashner’s illuminating prequel [The Kill Order] will thrill fans of this Maze Runner and prove just as exciting for readers new to the series.”—Shelf Awareness, Starred

    “Take a deep breath before you start any James Dashner book.”-Deseret News

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    Also by James Dashner

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    The Game of Lives (The Mortality Doctrine, Book Three)
    The Maze Runner Series 5-Book Complete Collection
    The Maze Runner Series Complete Collection Boxed Set (5-Book)
    The Rule of Thoughts (The Mortality Doctrine, Book Two)
    See all books by James Dashner

    Also by James Dashner

    The Mortality Doctrine Series: The Complete Trilogy
    The Game of Lives (The Mortality Doctrine, Book Three)
    The Maze Runner Series 5-Book Complete Collection
    The Maze Runner Series Complete Collection Boxed Set (5-Book)
    The Rule of Thoughts (The Mortality Doctrine, Book Two)
    See all books by James Dashner

    Also by James Dashner

    The Mortality Doctrine Series: The Complete Trilogy
    The Game of Lives (The Mortality Doctrine, Book Three)
    The Maze Runner Series 5-Book Complete Collection
    The Maze Runner Series Complete Collection Boxed Set (5-Book)
    The Rule of Thoughts (The Mortality Doctrine, Book Two)
    See all books by James Dashner

    Also by James Dashner

    The Mortality Doctrine Series: The Complete Trilogy
    The Game of Lives (The Mortality Doctrine, Book Three)
    The Maze Runner Series 5-Book Complete Collection
    The Maze Runner Series Complete Collection Boxed Set (5-Book)
    The Rule of Thoughts (The Mortality Doctrine, Book Two)
    See all books by James Dashner

    About James Dashner

    James Dashner is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Maze Runner series (The Maze Runner, The Scorch Trials, The Death Cure, The Kill Order, and The Fever Code) and the Mortality Doctrine series (The Eye of Minds,… More about James Dashner

    About James Dashner

    James Dashner is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Maze Runner series (The Maze Runner, The Scorch Trials, The Death Cure, The Kill Order, and The Fever Code) and the Mortality Doctrine series (The Eye of Minds,… More about James Dashner

    About James Dashner

    James Dashner is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Maze Runner series (The Maze Runner, The Scorch Trials, The Death Cure, The Kill Order, and The Fever Code) and the Mortality Doctrine series (The Eye of Minds,… More about James Dashner

    About James Dashner

    James Dashner is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Maze Runner series (The Maze Runner, The Scorch Trials, The Death Cure, The Kill Order, and The Fever Code) and the Mortality Doctrine series (The Eye of Minds,… More about James Dashner

    About James Dashner

    James Dashner is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Maze Runner series (The Maze Runner, The Scorch Trials, The Death Cure, The Kill Order, and The Fever Code) and the Mortality Doctrine series (The Eye of Minds,… More about James Dashner

    Product Details

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Science Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Action & Adventure

    Paperback | $13.99
    Published by Delacorte Press
    Aug 24, 2010 | 416 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Young Adult | ISBN 9780385737951

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Science Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Action & Adventure

    Hardcover | $19.99
    Published by Delacorte Press
    Oct 06, 2009 | 400 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Young Adult | ISBN 9780385737944

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Science Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Action & Adventure

    Ebook | $6.99
    Published by Delacorte Press
    Oct 06, 2009 | 384 Pages | Young Adult | ISBN 9780375893773

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Science Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Action & Adventure | Audiobooks

    Audiobook Download | $22.00
    Published by Listening Library
    Oct 06, 2009 | 650 Minutes | Young Adult | ISBN 9780307582898

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fantasy Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues | Audiobooks

    CD | $24.99
    Published by Listening Library
    Aug 04, 2015 | 660 Minutes | Young Adult | ISBN 9780399567056

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    Praise

    Praise for the Maze Runner series:
    A #1 New York Times Bestselling Series
    A USA Today Bestseller
    A Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Book of the Year
    An ALA-YASLA Best Fiction for Young Adults Book
    An ALA-YALSA Quick Pick
     
    “[A] mysterious survival saga that passionate fans describe as a fusion of Lord of the Flies, The Hunger Games, and Lost.“—EW
     
    “Wonderful action writing—fast-paced…but smart and well observed.”—Newsday
     
    “[A] nail-biting must-read.”—Seventeen
     
    “Breathless, cinematic action.”—Publishers Weekly
     
    “Heart pounding to the very last moment.”—Kirkus Reviews
     
    “Exclamation-worthy.”—Romantic Times
     
    [STAR] “James Dashner’s illuminating prequel [The Kill Order] will thrill fans of this Maze Runner and prove just as exciting for readers new to the series.”—Shelf Awareness, Starred

    “Take a deep breath before you start any James Dashner book.”-Deseret News

    Awards

    ALA Best Books for Young Adults WINNER

    ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers WINNER

    Charlotte Zolotow Award WINNER

    Florida Sunshine State Book Award WINNER

    Kentucky Bluegrass Award WINNER

    Kid’s Indie Next List “Inspired Recommendations for Kids from Indie Booksellers” WINNER 2009

    Kirkus Reviews Best Young Adult Books WINNER 2009

    New Hampshire Great Stone Face Children’s Book Award WINNER

    New Jersey Garden State Teen Book Award WINNER

    New York State Three Apples Award WINNER 2018

    Tennessee Volunteer State Book Award WINNER

    Young Adult Services Division, School Library Journal Author Award WINNER

    ALA Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults NOMINEE

    Connecticut Nutmeg Children’s Book Master List NOMINEE 2012

    Indiana Young Hoosier Award NOMINEE

    Missouri Gateway Readers Award NOMINEE

    New York State Charlotte Award NOMINEE

    North Carolina Children’s Book Award NOMINEE

    Pennsylvania Young Readers Choice Award NOMINEE

    Tennessee Volunteer State Book Master List NOMINEE 2011

    Texas Lone Star Reading List SELECTION 2010

    Louisiana Young Reader’s Choice Award HONOR

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