Books by Helen Cresswell

Known for the The Piemakers and The Bagthorpe Saga series, Helen Cresswell writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–13, alongside 7 standalone books, exploring themes of loneliness & belonging, being different, curiosity & wonder.

Series

The Piemakers

1 book · Ages 4–11

The Bagthorpe Saga

3 books · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

A Gift from Winklesea

Helen Cresswell

For a child enchanted by secrets of the sea, this gentle fantasy tells of a boy who discovers a very special, very magic

Ages 7–10

The Night-watchmen

Helen Cresswell

For children who love quirky characters and gentle magic, this tale invites readers to explore the extraordinary hidden

Ages 8–12

Up the Pier

Helen Cresswell

For a child who feels a little lost and longs for something magical, this story offers a captivating journey into a hidd

Ages 8–11

The Beachcombers

Helen Cresswell

For the child who finds magic in the everyday and yearns for a quiet, meaningful quest, this book celebrates imagination

Ages 8–12

The Winter of the Birds

Helen Cresswell

For children who appreciate a quiet, building suspense, this novel explores loneliness, courage, and the unsettling intr

Ages 9–13

Dear Shrink

Helen Cresswell

For children who feel misunderstood by adults and need a creative outlet for their big feelings, this story offers a hum

Ages 8–12

Moondial

Helen Cresswell

For children navigating loneliness or separation, this magical tale follows Minty as she travels through time to help tw

Ages 9–13

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

5 books

Ages 8–11

11 books

Ages 12–18

5 books

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