The Hate U Give American Classics Edition: A Printz Honor Winner

Nearly 3 million copies sold • 8 starred reviews • William C. Morris Award Winner • National Book Award Longlist • Printz Honor Book • Coretta Scott King Honor Book • #1 New York Times Bestseller

“Simply beautiful to read. The Hate U Give is an outstanding debut novel and says more about the contemporary Black experience in America than any book I have read for years, fiction or nonfiction.” — Alex Wheatle, The Guardian

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, HarperCollins proudly presents this edition of The Hate U Give as part of its American Classics collection. A groundbreaking #1 bestseller that became a defining cultural touchstone in the ongoing fight for justice and equality, Angie Thomas’s debut novel is a powerful, emotionally resonant story that has secured her place among the most influential writers of her generation.

Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter lives between two worlds: the working-class neighborhood she calls home and the affluent suburban prep school she attends. The delicate balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood friend Khalil by a police officer. Khalil was unarmed.

In the aftermath, Khalil’s death becomes national news. Some portray him as a criminal, while others rally in his memory. As protests erupt and tensions rise, Starr finds herself at the center of a story that has captured the nation’s attention. With pressure mounting from every direction—including law enforcement, local criminals, and the media—she must decide whether to speak out about what happened and risk everything she holds dear.

Both timely and timeless, The Hate U Give is a compelling exploration of identity, courage, community, and the power of using one’s voice in the face of injustice.

A Beautiful Collector’s Edition
Featuring French flaps and a vivid, distinctive cover design, this deluxe trade paperback is part of the HarperCollins American Classics series, celebrating works that have shaped American literature, culture, and identity.

HarperCollins American Classics
The series showcases timeless novels, poetry, children’s literature, and groundbreaking nonfiction that continue to influence generations of readers.

America’s Publisher
Since 1817, HarperCollins has played a significant role in publishing works that reflect, challenge, and define the American experience.

America 250
This special edition arrives as part of the nation’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.