Brent Hartinger

Brent Hartinger is widely recognized for his "Russel Middlebrook" series, which explores the experiences of a gay teenager navigating adolescence, friendship, and romance. This series is often highlighted for its authentic portrayal of LGBTQ+ youth.

The Russel Middlebrook series should be read in the following order: "Geography Club," "The Order of the Poison Oak," "The Elephant of Surprise," and "Three Truths and a Lie." While each book can stand alone to some extent, reading them sequentially provides the full character arc.

Brent Hartinger's novel "Geography Club" was adapted into a feature film in 2013, bringing the story of Russel Middlebrook and his friends to the screen.