Books by Carol Weston

6 books · Ages 4–13

Known for the Melanie Martin and Ava and Pip series, Carol Weston writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–13, alongside 2 standalone books, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, self-confidence & identity, friendship & loyalty.

Series

The Diary of Melanie Martin: or How I Survived Matt the Brat, Michelangelo, and the Leaning Tower of Pizza
With Love from Spain, Melanie Martin
Melanie Martin Goes Dutch
Melanie Martin
3 books · Ages 4–12
Ava and Pip
Ava and Pip
1 book · Ages 7–11

Standalone Books

Cover of Ava and Taco Cat
Ava and Taco Cat
Carol Weston
Ava desperately wants a pet for her eleventh birthday, but her new cat, Taco, is skittish and hides. Meanwhile, her best
Ages 8–11
Cover of Speed of Life
Speed of Life
Carol Weston
For the pre-teen grappling with big life changes, like losing a loved one or moving, and learning to find joy amidst the
Ages 9–13

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
2 books
Melanie Martin Goes Dutch
Ava and Pip
Ages 8–11
6 books
The Diary of Melanie Martin: or How I Survived Matt the Brat, Michelangelo, and the Leaning Tower of Pizza
Melanie Martin Goes Dutch
With Love from Spain, Melanie Martin
Ages 12–18
3 books
The Diary of Melanie Martin: or How I Survived Matt the Brat, Michelangelo, and the Leaning Tower of Pizza
With Love from Spain, Melanie Martin
Speed of Life

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceSelf-Confidence & IdentityFriendship & LoyaltyFriendship & SocialFamily & SiblingsMaking FriendsSchool LifeGrowing Up

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