Books by Dave Eggers

9 books · Ages 4–14

Known for the The Eyes and the Impossible series, Dave Eggers writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, alongside 8 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, self-confidence & identity, being different.

Series

The Eyes, the Fire & the Avalanche Kingdom
The Eyes and the Impossible
1 book · Ages 10–14

Standalone Books

Cover of Her Right Foot
Her Right Foot
Dave Eggers
Dave Eggers and Shawn Harris explore why the Statue of Liberty is taking a step forward, uncovering a profound message a
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Lifters
The Lifters
Dave Eggers
When a new kid arrives in town, he and his new friend discover that the ground beneath their feet is hollowed out with t
Ages 7–11
Cover of What Can a Citizen Do?
What Can a Citizen Do?
Dave Eggers
Explore what it means to be a citizen through rhyming text and vibrant illustrations. Discover how seemingly small actio
Ages 4–11
Cover of Tomorrow Most Likely
Tomorrow Most Likely
Dave Eggers
For the child who wonders what a new day might bring, this gentle book explores the endless possibilities and quiet magi
Ages 4–8
Cover of Most of the Better Natural Things in the World
Most of the Better Natural Things in the World
Dave Eggers
For the child who delights in pondering the world's marvels, this book celebrates the overlooked wonders around us with
Ages 5–8
Cover of Faraway Things
Faraway Things
Dave Eggers
For the child feeling a bit lonely or longing for adventure, this story explores how unexpected friendships can lead to
Ages 8–12
Cover of We Became Jaguars
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers
When a boy and his grandma are left alone, she encourages him to unleash his inner jaguar. Soon, they're exploring the n
Ages 4–11
Cover of This Bridge Will Not Be Gray
This Bridge Will Not Be Gray
Dave Eggers
Dave Eggers brings his signature sly humor to the story of the Golden Gate Bridge, exploring its iconic orange hue with
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
7 books
Her Right FootThe LiftersWhat Can a Citizen Do?
Ages 8–11
9 books
Her Right FootThe LiftersWhat Can a Citizen Do?
Ages 12–18
2 books
Faraway ThingsThe Eyes, the Fire & the Avalanche Kingdom

Common Themes

Curiosity & WonderSelf-Confidence & IdentityBeing DifferentGrowing UpMaking FriendsJoy & GratitudeLoneliness & BelongingJustice & Fairness

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The Velvet Fox
Catherine Fisher
The Velvet Fox
By the Light of the Moon
Frann Preston-Gannon
By the Light of the Moon
M Is for Mango
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M Is for Mango