Books by Evan Turk

3 books · Ages 4–11

Evan Turk writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, resilience & perseverance, curiosity & wonder.

Standalone Books

Cover of Heartbeat
Heartbeat
Evan Turk
Follow a baby whale's life from birth to a poignant separation, through decades of loneliness, until a girl's song bring
Ages 4–11
Cover of A Thousand Glass Flowers
A Thousand Glass Flowers
Evan Turk
Discover the inspiring story of Marietta Barovier, a groundbreaking Renaissance artisan from Murano, Venice. Despite gla
Ages 4–11
Cover of To See Clearly A Portrait of David Hockney
To See Clearly A Portrait of David Hockney
Evan Turk
For children who love art or feel different, this book celebrates seeing the world uniquely and finding joy in creative
Ages 6–10

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
Heartbeat
A Thousand Glass Flowers
To See Clearly A Portrait of David Hockney
Ages 8–11
3 books
Heartbeat
A Thousand Glass Flowers
To See Clearly A Portrait of David Hockney

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityResilience & PerseveranceCuriosity & WonderBeing DifferentEmpathy & KindnessLove & FamilyJoy & GratitudeJustice & Fairness

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