Books by David Kherdian

Known for the The Road from Home Trilogy series, David Kherdian writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, alongside 7 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, resilience & perseverance, empathy & kindness.

Series

The Road from Home Trilogy

1 book · Ages 8–12

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

The Song in the Walnut Grove

David Kherdian

A curious young cricket ventures into the bright daylight to find answers to his questions and discovers a life-changing

Ages 4–11

Right Now

David Kherdian

This gentle story explores a child's range of daily emotions, teaching young readers the importance of mindfulness and l

Ages 4–11

The Animal

David Kherdian

When an enthusiastic visitor from another world arrives, a group of forest animals begins to see the beauty and wonder o

Ages 4–11

Bridger: The Story of a Mountain Man

David Kherdian

Eighteen-year-old Jim Bridger leaves civilization behind to become a mountain man in 1822. He learns trapping, navigates

Ages 4–11

Juna's Journey

David Kherdian

Juna the Dream Helper embarks on a challenging quest with the help of mysterious companions called Djanigs in this imagi

Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

5 books

Ages 8–11

8 books

Ages 12–18

3 books

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