Books by Carole Boston Weatherford

Carole Boston Weatherford writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, self-confidence & identity, cultural identity.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library

Carole Boston Weatherford

For children curious about history, this inspiring biography celebrates one man's lifelong quest to preserve and share t

Ages 8–12

Beauty Mark: A Verse Novel of Marilyn Monroe

Carole Boston Weatherford

For teens interested in exploring the complex journey of identity and self-discovery behind a public persona, this verse

Ages 14–18

Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer, Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement

Carole Boston Weatherford

For children curious about fighting for fairness and freedom, this book celebrates a powerful voice in the Civil Rights

Ages 9–14

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

7 books

Ages 8–11

9 books

Ages 12–18

3 books

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