Books by Kate Coombs

3 books · Ages 4–11

Kate Coombs writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, exploring themes of empathy & kindness, loneliness & belonging, friendship & social.

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of The Secret Keeper
The Secret Keeper
Kate Coombs
For children who feel the weight of shared secrets, this story explores the burden of keeping others' truths and the rel
Ages 6–9
Cover of Water Sings Blue
Water Sings Blue
Kate Coombs
This lyrical collection of poems explores the beauty and mystery of the ocean through evocative verses and soft watercol
Ages 4–11
Cover of Monster School
Monster School
Kate Coombs
Welcome to Monster School, where goblins wail and zombies drool in this entertaining collection of poems. Award-winning
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
The Secret Keeper
Water Sings Blue
Monster School
Ages 8–11
3 books
The Secret Keeper
Water Sings Blue
Monster School

Common Themes

Empathy & KindnessLoneliness & BelongingFriendship & SocialCuriosity & WonderJoy & GratitudeAnxiety & WorryHonesty & IntegrityResilience & Perseverance

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