Books by Jan Slepian

Jan Slepian writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, love & family, growing up.

Standalone Books

Something Beyond Paradise

Jan Slepian

Franny, 17, longs for a dance career while dealing with an unhappy mother and a grandmother with fading memory in Hawaii

Ages 14–18

Back to Before

Jan Slepian

Eleven-year-old cousins Linny and Hilary are magically transported to their old Brooklyn neighborhood, just before Linny

Ages 8–11

Pinocchio's Sister

Jan Slepian

For the child who feels overlooked or invisible within their own family, this moving story explores the pain of parental

Ages 10–14

Lost Moose

Jan Slepian

For the child feeling a little lost in the wide world, this lyrical journey offers comfort through a magical connection

Ages 4–8

The Mind Reader

Jan Slepian

For children exploring the challenges of unusual gifts, this story follows a loyal friend helping a boy who struggles wi

Ages 8–12

Emily Just in Time

Jan Slepian

Follow Emily's journey from being scared to stay overnight at her grandmother's to finding her bravery. This heartwarmin

Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

2 books

Ages 8–11

5 books

Ages 12–18

3 books

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