Books by James L. Swanson

3 books · Ages 12–18

James L. Swanson has 3 books on Wonderlit spanning ages 12–18.

Series

Chasing Lincoln's Killer
Factual Terrors
1 book · Ages 12–18

Standalone Books

Cover of The President Has Been Shot: The Assassination of John F. Kennedy
The President Has Been Shot: The Assassination of John F. Kennedy
James L. Swanson
This powerful non-fiction book meticulously reconstructs the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, from the moment
Ages 12–18
Cover of Chasing King's Killer The Hunt for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Assassin
Chasing King's Killer The Hunt for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Assassin
James L. Swanson
This compelling young adult nonfiction book chronicles Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s impactful life and the relentless pu
Ages 12–18

Common Themes

Justice & FairnessGood vs. EvilResilience & PerseveranceFear & BraveryHonesty & IntegritySadness & GriefCuriosity & WonderGrowing Up

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