Chad Lucas

Chad Lucas has been in love with words since he attempted his first novel on a typewriter in the sixth grade. He has worked as a newspaper reporter, communications advisor, freelance writer, part-time journalism instructor, and parenting columnist. His debut novel, Thanks a Lot, Universe, was called “tenderhearted and bold” in a starred review from Kirkus Reviews. A proud descendant of the historic African Nova Scotian community of Lucasville, he lives with his family near Halifax, Nova Scotia. He enjoys coaching basketball and is rarely far from a cup of tea.

Chad Lucas's Titles

Vanished Ones

The Vanished Ones

From award-winning author Chad Lucas comes an enthralling new story about a strange island where boys go missingand the two boys intent on uncovering...


You Owe Me One, Universe (Thanks a Lot, Universe #2)

You Owe Me One, Universe (Thanks a Lot, Universe #2)

Brian and Ezra's story continues in the moving sequel to Thanks a Lot, Universe, which New York Times bestselling author Nic Stone called "a...


Let the Monster Out A Novel

Let the Monster Out

Chad Lucas's Let the Monster Out is an equal parts heart-pounding and heartfelt middle-grade mystery about facing––and accepting––your...


Thanks a Lot, Universe A Novel

Thanks a Lot, Universe

Chad Lucas's Thanks a Lot, Universe is a moving middle-grade debut for anyone who's ever felt like they don't belong. Brian has always been anxious,...