Books by Linda Barrett Osborne

Linda Barrett Osborne writes middle grade and young adult for ages 8–14, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, justice & fairness, history.

Standalone Books

Who's Got Mail?: The History of Mail in America

Linda Barrett Osborne

For the curious child who wonders how a letter travels across the country, this history reveals the grit and gadgets tha

Ages 8–12

Come On In, America

Linda Barrett Osborne

For the student curious about how big global conflicts change life at home, this history explores how WWI reshaped right

Ages 10–14

Traveling the Freedom Road: From Slavery and the Civil War Through Reconstruction

Linda Barrett Osborne

For the student grappling with the complexities of American history, this guide uses real voices to illuminate the diffi

Ages 10–14

By Age Range

Ages 8–11

3 books

Ages 12–18

3 books

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