Gudrun Pausewang books in order
German writer
- Lived
- 1928–2020
- Country
- Germany
- Books
- 5
- Also writes as
- Gudrun Wilcke
- Dystopian
Gudrun Pausewang published 1 novel, 1 novella and 3 children's books, beginning with Fall-out (1987).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Gudrun Pausewang
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Fall-out
Gudrun Pausewang's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Fall-out (1987)
Novellas in order
The Last Children of Schewenborn (1983)
Children's books in order
The Final Journey (1992)
Traitor (1999)
Dark Hours (2006)
About Gudrun Pausewang
Gudrun Pausewang, less commonly known by her married name, Gudrun Wilcke, was a German author of children's and young adult literature. She was known for books such as The Last Children of Schewenborn and Die Wolke which became part of the German school canon. Her key interests included peace and protection of the environment, and she warned of the alleged dangers of nuclear energy. Her books have been translated into English and received international recognition and awards.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Gudrun Pausewang FAQ
- How many books has Gudrun Pausewang written?
- Gudrun Pausewang published 1 novel, 1 novella and 3 children's books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Gudrun Pausewang's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Fall-out.
- What is Gudrun Pausewang's last book?
- Fall-out (1987).
- What is Gudrun Pausewang's most famous book?
- Fall-out (1987) is Gudrun Pausewang's most widely read book.
- Does Gudrun Pausewang write under a pen name?
- Yes: Gudrun Pausewang has also published as Gudrun Wilcke.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.