Books by Joan Aiken

Known for the The Wolves Chronicles and Arabel and Mortimer series, Joan Aiken writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, alongside 5 standalone books, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, fear & bravery, adventure.

Series

The Wolves Chronicles

5 books · Ages 8–14

Arabel and Mortimer

1 book · Ages 7–10

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

The Kingdom Under the Sea and Other Stories

Joan Aiken

For the child enchanted by tales of old, this collection introduces diverse folklore from Eastern Europe, sparking wonde

Ages 8–12

Authors' Choice

Joan Aiken

A captivating anthology of stories chosen by famous children's authors, featuring a diverse mix of adventure, wonder, an

Ages 4–11

Go Saddle the Sea

Joan Aiken

For the child navigating new beginnings or searching for where they truly belong, this historical adventure follows a re

Ages 9–14

Past Eight O'Clock

Joan Aiken

This collection of eight enchanting stories explores the wonders of sleep, wakefulness, and dreams. Perfect for a cozy b

Ages 4–11

A Necklace of Raindrops

Joan Aiken

Dive into eight gloriously imaginative short stories featuring flying apple pies, giant cats, and houses that lay eggs.

Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

4 books

Ages 8–11

11 books

Ages 12–18

6 books

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