Books by Keith Graves

5 books · Ages 4–12

Keith Graves writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, joy & gratitude, monsters.

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Frank Was a Monster Who Wanted to Dance
Frank Was a Monster Who Wanted to Dance
Keith Graves
For the child who revels in silly, slightly gross fun and loves to dance, this book celebrates self-expression with a mo
Ages 4–8
Cover of Pet Boy
Pet Boy
Keith Graves
Stuart is terrible at taking care of his many pets, until he's abducted by an alien and forced to be its pet. This out-o
Ages 4–8
Cover of Chicken Big
Chicken Big
Keith Graves
When a tiny hen lays a giant egg, a humongous 'something' hatches, sending the other chickens into a panic. This laugh-o
Ages 4–8
Cover of The Orphan of Awkward Falls
The Orphan of Awkward Falls
Keith Graves
Thirteen-year-old Josephine moves to Awkward Falls and discovers a reclusive boy inventor next door. When a dangerous pa
Ages 8–12
Cover of Puppy!
Puppy!
Keith Graves
Trog has everything, but all he truly desires is a puppy. His determined search leads him to a surprising, and very funn
Ages 4–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
4 books
Frank Was a Monster Who Wanted to Dance
Pet Boy
Chicken Big
Ages 8–11
5 books
Frank Was a Monster Who Wanted to Dance
Pet Boy
Chicken Big
Ages 12–18
1 books
The Orphan of Awkward Falls

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityJoy & GratitudeMonstersCuriosity & WonderResilience & PerseveranceEmpathy & KindnessFear & BraveryBeing Different

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