Books by Barbara Willard

8 books · Ages 4–16

Known for the The Mantlemass Chronicles series, Barbara Willard writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–16, alongside 2 standalone books, exploring themes of love & family, loneliness & belonging, self-confidence & identity.

Series

The Lark and the Laurel
The Miller's Boy
The Sprig of Broom
The Mantlemass Chronicles
6 books · Ages 4–16

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

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By Age Range

Ages 4–7
4 books
Priscilla Pentecost
A Cold Wind Blowing
The Penny Pony
Ages 8–11
7 books
Priscilla Pentecost
The Lark and the Laurel
A Cold Wind Blowing
Ages 12–18
3 books
The Lark and the Laurel
The Iron Lily
Harrow and Harvest

Common Themes

Love & FamilyLoneliness & BelongingSelf-Confidence & IdentityResilience & PerseveranceFamily & SiblingsBeing DifferentGrowing UpCuriosity & Wonder

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