Books by Carolyn Reeder

Carolyn Reeder writes middle grade and young adult for ages 9–14, exploring themes of history, family & siblings, growing up.

Standalone Books

Foster's War

Carolyn Reeder

For the child navigating a difficult relationship with a parent while a loved one is far away. A moving look at finding

Ages 9–12

Before the Creeks Ran Red

Carolyn Reeder

For the teen processing big questions about loyalty and right vs. wrong when the adults in their life are deeply divided

Ages 10–14

Across the Lines

Carolyn Reeder

For the child grappling with how friendships change when social rules are questioned and the world is in upheaval.

Ages 10–14

Shades of Gray

Carolyn Reeder

For the child grappling with feelings of betrayal or rigid right versus wrong thinking after a major family conflict or

Ages 10–14

By Age Range

Ages 8–11

4 books

Ages 12–18

4 books

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Dead Letter

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The Odyssey

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Some Kind of Courage

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Wartime Princess

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Eleanor Makes Her Mark How Eleanor Roosevelt Reached Out, Spoke Up, and Changed the World