Books by Linda Sue Park — Wonderlit | Wonderlit

Known for the Cahills vs. Vespers series, Linda Sue Park writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 3–14, alongside 17 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, self-confidence & identity, resilience & perseverance.

Series

Trust No One

Cahills vs. Vespers

1 book · Ages 8–12

Standalone Books

Cover of Seesaw Girl

For the child who feels stifled by expectations, this historical tale follows a girl in 17th-century Korea determined to

Cover of A Single Shard

For aspiring artisans or determined spirits, this tale of an orphan's journey celebrates perseverance, mentorship, and f

Cover of When My Name was Keoko

When My Name was Keoko

For families exploring stories of courage and cultural identity in the face of oppression, this book offers a poignant l

Cover of The Firekeeper's Son

The Firekeeper's Son

In early 1800s Korea, Sang-hee's father is injured, leaving young Sang-hee with the vital task of lighting the evening s

Cover of Bee-bim Bop!

For any child who loves family traditions and the anticipation of a special meal, this book celebrates the joy of helpin

Cover of What Does Bunny See? A Book of Colors and Flowers

What Does Bunny See? A Book of Colors and Flowers

Follow a curious bunny through a vibrant cottage garden, discovering a world of colorful flowers. This rhyming concept b

Cover of Project Mulberry

Project Mulberry

For families exploring cultural identity, this chapter book warmly teaches about patience, friendship, and confronting p

Cover of Archer's Quest

Twelve-year-old Kevin Kim's life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Chu-mong, a legendary king from ancient Kor

Cover of Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo (Poems)

Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo (Poems)

For children curious about different cultures and the playful side of poetry, this collection introduces the traditional

Cover of Keeping Score

For the child who loves sports but feels like an outsider, this historical fiction story explores how unexpected friends

Cover of The Kite Fighters

The Kite Fighters

For the child who navigates sibling rivalry and seeks to find their unique talent, this historical tale explores duty, f

Cover of The Third Gift

Follow a young boy and his father as they harvest myrrh, then meet three travelers searching for a unique gift for a new

Cover of A Long Walk to Water

A Long Walk to Water

Follow Salva, an eleven-year-old Dinka boy, as he navigates the dangers of the Sudanese Civil War, separated from his fa

Cover of Xander's Panda Party

Xander's Panda Party

For a child learning about inclusivity, this story offers a heartwarming and humorous look at making sure everyone feels

Cover of Yaks Yak: Animal Word Pairs

Yaks Yak: Animal Word Pairs

Animals hilariously act out verbs made from their names, like slugs slugging and hogs hogging. This graphic novel is a f

Cover of Our Story Begins Your Favorite Authors and Illustrators Share Fun, Inspiring, and Occasionally Ridiculous Things They Wrote and Drew as Kids

Our Story Begins Your Favorite Authors and Illustrators Share Fun, Inspiring, and Occasionally Ridiculous Things They Wrote and Drew as Kids

Elissa Brent Weissman, Kwame Alexander, Tom Angleberger, Kathi Appelt, Ashley Bryan, Tim Federle, Candace Fleming, Marla Frazee, Chris Gall, Alex Gino, Chris Grabenstein, Gordon Korman, Jarrett J. Krosoczka, Thanhha Lai, Peter Lerangis, Gail Carson Levine, Grace Lin, Yuyi Morales, Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, R. J. Palacio, Linda Sue Park, Dan Santat, Brian Selznick, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Rita Williams-Garcia, Eric Rohmann

For young creators who wonder if their early attempts are good enough, this book shares the quirky, inspiring childhood

Cover of Prairie Lotus

In 1880, Hanna and her father seek a new home in Dakota Territory, where Hanna, who is half-Chinese, confronts widesprea

By Age Range

Bee-bim Bop!

The Firekeeper's Son

Bee-bim Bop!

What Does Bunny See? A Book of Colors and Flowers

Seesaw Girl

A Single Shard

When My Name was Keoko

Seesaw Girl

A Single Shard

When My Name was Keoko

Common Themes

Curiosity & Wonder Self-Confidence & Identity Resilience & Perseverance Family & Siblings Growing Up Love & Family Cultural Identity Making Friends

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