Books by Kathe Koja

Kathe Koja writes middle grade and young adult for ages 12–18, exploring themes of friendship & social, loneliness & belonging, school life.

Standalone Books

Straydog

Kathe Koja

For the teenager who feels like an outsider and struggles to let people in. A raw, poetic look at how caring for a hurt

Ages 12–17

The Blue Mirror

Kathe Koja

For the teenager navigating the pull of a toxic relationship while trying to find their own voice amidst family instabil

Ages 14–18

Buddha Boy

Kathe Koja

For the teen navigating school social hierarchies and deciding whether to stand by a marginalized friend or fade into th

Ages 12–16

Kissing The Bee

Kathe Koja

For the teenager navigating the blurry lines between friendship and attraction when her best friend's boyfriend becomes

Ages 14–18

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Samuel Sattin

Buzzing

Cameron Tuttle

Paisley Hanover Kisses and Tells

Jo Knowles

Still a Work in Progress

Marisa Anderson

Rock 'n Roll Camp for Girls: How to Start a Band, Write Songs, Record an Album, and Rock Out!

Susan Richards Shreve

Jonah