Books by James M. Deem

James M. Deem writes middle grade and young adult for ages 9–18, exploring themes of sadness & grief, history, curiosity & wonder.

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Bodies from the Ash Life and Death in Ancient Pompeii

James M. Deem

For the curious middle-grader fascinated by history and science, this book explores how archaeologists preserved the fin

Ages 9–12

Bodies from the Ice: Melting Glaciers and the Recovery of the Past

James M. Deem

For the curious middle schooler fascinated by archaeology and forensic science: explore how melting glaciers reveal pres

Ages 10–14

The Prisoners of Breendonk

James M. Deem

For the student grappling with the weight of history and the realities of human cruelty, this book offers a sensitive lo

Ages 10–18

By Age Range

Ages 8–11

3 books

Ages 12–18

3 books

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