Books by Berlie Doherty

8 books · Ages 4–18

Berlie Doherty writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, self-confidence & identity, love & family.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Cover of Street Child
Street Child
Berlie Doherty
For the child grappling with difficult circumstances, this powerful story shows how courage and kindness can illuminate
Ages 9–14
Cover of The Snake-stone
The Snake-stone
Berlie Doherty
James, a talented diver with Olympic dreams, feels a deep void about his birth mother. Armed with a mysterious snake-sto
Ages 10–14
Cover of Granny Was a Buffer Girl
Granny Was a Buffer Girl
Berlie Doherty
For readers pondering their roots and looking ahead, this book shares how family stories, secrets, and love shape who we
Ages 12–18
Cover of Classic Fairy Tales
Classic Fairy Tales
Berlie Doherty
For families seeking timeless wisdom and enchanting adventures, this collection reintroduces classic fairy tales with gr
Ages 6–12

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
5 books
Paddiwak and Cozy
The Magic Bicycle
The Famous Adventures of Jack
Ages 8–11
7 books
Paddiwak and Cozy
The Magic Bicycle
Street Child
Ages 12–18
4 books
Street Child
The Snake-stone
Granny Was a Buffer Girl

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceSelf-Confidence & IdentityLove & FamilyFamily & SiblingsGrowing UpLoneliness & BelongingCuriosity & WonderAdventure

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