Books by Joy McCullough

Joy McCullough writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 3–18, exploring themes of loneliness & belonging, resilience & perseverance, being different.

Standalone Books

Champ and Major: First Dogs

Joy McCullough

Champ, the seasoned White House visitor, can't wait to show his rescue dog brother, Major, all the important places in t

Ages 3–7

A Field Guide to Getting Lost

Joy McCullough

For a child feeling adrift or uncertain about their place in the world, this tender story explores finding your own path

Ages 8–12

Enter the Body

Joy McCullough

For teens grappling with finding their voice and reclaiming their stories, this lyrical novel reimagines the untold live

Ages 14–18

Basil & Dahlia: A Tragical Tale of Sinister Sweetness

Joy McCullough

For children learning to navigate tricky friendships or facing intimidating challenges, this whimsical tale of two unlik

Ages 8–12

Kestrel Takes Flight

Joy McCullough

For the young reader navigating a world of expectations and discovering their unique strengths, this story explores cour

Ages 8–12

By Age Range

Ages 0–3

1 books

Ages 4–7

1 books

Ages 8–11

3 books

Ages 12–18

4 books

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Sheepish (Wolf Under Cover)

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