Books by Jack Schaefer

Jack Schaefer writes middle grade and young adult for ages 9–18, exploring themes of history, farming & gardening, nature & outdoors.

Standalone Books

Shane and Other Stories

Jack Schaefer

For the teen exploring what it means to be a person of integrity and how to stand up for one's community even when the p

Ages 12–18

Shane

Jack Schaefer

For the child grappling with what it means to be a person of character and the heavy weight of doing the right thing eve

Ages 10–15

Old Ramon

Jack Schaefer

For the child stepping into new responsibilities, this gentle story follows a boy learning the quiet wisdom and hard tru

Ages 9–12

By Age Range

Ages 8–11

2 books

Ages 12–18

3 books

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