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Writing & Storytelling Books for Ages 12–18 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Writing & Storytelling Books for Ages 12–18

Explore our collection of children's books about writing & storytelling recommended for kids ages 12–18.

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Cover of Who Killed Mr. Chippendale?

Who Killed Mr. Chippendale?

For the teen processing complex grief or shock after a community tragedy, this verse novel explores how a single event i

Cover of Helen Keller

DK Life Stories

For the child curious about how one person can change the world, this biography explores how Helen Keller overcame immen

Cover of My Undead Life

For the middle schooler who feels like an outsider, this humorous diary follows a girl navigating the awkwardness of bei

Cover of There Ain't Nobody That Can Sing Like Me: The Life of Woody Guthrie

There Ain't Nobody That Can Sing Like Me: The Life of Woody Guthrie

For the child curious about how music can change the world, this biography follows Woody Guthrie's journey from the Dust

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Ages 8–12

Cover of A Child's Christmas in Wales

A Child's Christmas in Wales

For the child who loves cozy traditions and sensory memories. This lyrical classic celebrates the snowy, magical, and sl

Cover of What Is American Sign Language?

Who HQ: What Is? #164

What Is American Sign Language?

For the child curious about different ways to communicate or looking to understand the history and culture of the Deaf c

Cover of Okay for Now

The Wednesday Wars #2

Gary D. Schmidt

For the child who feels like the world has already decided who they are. A moving story of a boy finding his voice throu

Cover of The Rat Queen

The Watchers #2

For the child grappling with the weight of mistakes or the urge to hide their misdeeds. This eerie tale explores the hig

Cover of Sketches

For the teenager grappling with a difficult home life or seeking to understand the harsh realities of those living on th

Cover of Princess Alyss of Wonderland

The Looking Glass Wars

Princess Alyss of Wonderland

For the child who loves uncovering secrets, this interactive scrapbook uses letters and artifacts to reveal the 'true' s

Cover of The Whispering Road

The Whispering Road #1

The Whispering Road

For the child grappling with the weight of difficult choices or the ache of searching for a sense of home and belonging

Cover of Jazz A-B-Z

Wynton Marsalis

Experience the rhythm of jazz through 26 poetic tributes to musical legends, helping older children appreciate artistic

Cover of The Rise and Fall of Mount Majestic

The Rise and Fall of Mount Majestic

Jennifer Trafton

For the dreamer who feels small in a big world, this whimsical adventure celebrates how even the most ordinary child can

Cover of The Magic Thief

The Magic Thief #1

The Magic Thief

For the child who feels like an outsider or is searching for where they truly belong, this magical adventure follows a s

Cover of You Don't Know Everything, Jilly P!

You Don't Know Everything, Jilly P!

For the child learning that being a good person means more than just having good intentions, especially when navigating

Cover of An Appetite for Miracles

An Appetite for Miracles

Laekan Zea Kemp

For the teen navigating the heartbreak of a grandparent's memory loss or a parent's return after a long absence, this no

Cover of My Wonderful Disgrace

Stuck Up & Stupid #2

My Wonderful Disgrace

Angourie Rice, Kate Rice

For the teenager navigating the pressure of a 'perfect' high school experience while realizing how social media and obse

Cover of The Book of Adam to Moses

The Book of Adam to Moses

For families seeking to introduce foundational biblical stories through high-quality literature that respects the weight

Cover of The Secret Diary of Raven Queen

Ever After High: Secret Diaries #1

The Secret Diary of Raven Queen

Heather Alexander

For the child feeling pressured to follow in someone else's footsteps while they're longing to forge their own unique pa

Cover of Alice, I Think

Alice MacLeod #1

For the teenager who feels like a perpetual outsider, this hilariously honest diary captures the awkward transition from

Cover of Paparazzi

Lights, Camera, Cassidy #2

For the child navigating the pressures of digital reputation, this story explores how to protect your privacy and find t

Cover of Journal of a Teenage Genius

Journal of a Teenage Genius

Helen V. Griffith

For the child who loves to tinker and isn't afraid to fail, this funny diary follows a young boy's quirky scientific mis

Cover of Aristotle and Dante Dive into the Waters of the World

Aristotle and Dante #2

Aristotle and Dante Dive into the Waters of the World

Benjamin Alire Sáenz

For the teen exploring the depths of their first love while navigating the complexities of identity, family secrets, and

Cover of Crossing Jordan

Neighborhood Novels #1

Crossing Jordan

For the child navigating a world of adults with closed minds, this story shows how the bonds of friendship and shared pa