Books by Kwame Alexander

Known for the Acoustic Rooster and The Crossover series, Kwame Alexander writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 0–18, alongside 18 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, resilience & perseverance, growing up.

Series

Acoustic Rooster

2 books · Ages 0–7

The Crossover

2 books · Ages 8–14

The Crossover Series

3 books · Ages 10–14

Ancestor Trilogy

1 book · Ages 10–14

Standalone Books (Ages 0–3)

Indigo Blume and the Garden City

Kwame Alexander

Indigo Blume transforms her inner-city neighborhood by planting a beautiful garden, inspiring her community with creativ

Ages 3–7

The Undefeated

Kwame Alexander

Kwame Alexander's Newbery-winning words and Kadir Nelson's stunning art combine in this ode to Black American strength.

Ages 3–7

Acoustic Rooster's Barnyard Boogie Starring Indigo Blume

Kwame Alexander

Indigo Blume, a timid hen, dreams of performing with Acoustic Rooster's band. When a storm destroys their barn, Indigo m

Ages 3–7

By Age Range

Ages 0–3

5 books

Ages 4–7

10 books

Ages 8–11

20 books

Ages 12–18

16 books

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Janet Bode

New Kids in Town Oral Histories of Immigrant Teens

Rachel DeWoskin

Blind

Gavin Brown

Josh Baxter Levels Up

Aya de León

Undisclosed

Megan McDonald

Stink and the Hairy, Scary Spider