Books by Karen Blumenthal — Wonderlit | Wonderlit

Karen Blumenthal writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, exploring themes of justice & fairness, resilience & perseverance, freedom & independence.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Cover of Bootleg: Murder, Moonshine, and the Lawless Years of Prohibition

Bootleg: Murder, Moonshine, and the Lawless Years of Prohibition

Karen Blumenthal

Dive into the tumultuous years of Prohibition, a period intended to curb alcohol's effects but instead fueled organized

Cover of Jane Against the World Roe v. Wade and the Fight for Reproductive Rights

Jane Against the World Roe v. Wade and the Fight for Reproductive Rights

Karen Blumenthal

For young adults navigating complex social issues, this book unpacks the history of reproductive rights and Roe v. Wade,

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Revolutionary Mary: The True Story of One Woman, the Declaration of Independence, and America's Fight for Freedom

Revolutionary Mary: The True Story of One Woman, the Declaration of Independence, and America's Fight for Freedom

Bootleg: Murder, Moonshine, and the Lawless Years of Prohibition

Jane Against the World Roe v. Wade and the Fight for Reproductive Rights

Common Themes

Justice & Fairness Resilience & Perseverance Freedom & Independence Curiosity & Wonder Honesty & Integrity History Growing Up Good vs. Evil

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Siege: How General Washington Kicked the British Out of Boston and Launched a Revolution

Siege: How General Washington Kicked the British Out of Boston and Launched a Revolution

Eleanor Makes Her Mark How Eleanor Roosevelt Reached Out, Spoke Up, and Changed the World

Eleanor Makes Her Mark How Eleanor Roosevelt Reached Out, Spoke Up, and Changed the World

Set Me Free

Ann Clare LeZotte

In Harm's Way JFK, World War II, and the Heroic Rescue of PT 109

In Harm's Way JFK, World War II, and the Heroic Rescue of PT 109