Books by Linda Sue Park

18 books · Ages 3–14

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 (Ages 4–7)

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The Firekeeper's Son
Linda Sue Park
In early 1800s Korea, Sang-hee's father is injured, leaving young Sang-hee with the vital task of lighting the evening s
Ages 4–11
Cover of Bee-bim Bop!
Bee-bim Bop!
Linda Sue Park
For any child who loves family traditions and the anticipation of a special meal, this book celebrates the joy of helpin
Ages 3–6
Cover of What Does Bunny See? A Book of Colors and Flowers
What Does Bunny See? A Book of Colors and Flowers
Linda Sue Park
Follow a curious bunny through a vibrant cottage garden, discovering a world of colorful flowers. This rhyming concept b
Ages 4–11
Cover of Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo (Poems)
Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo (Poems)
Linda Sue Park
For children curious about different cultures and the playful side of poetry, this collection introduces the traditional
Ages 7–12
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The Third Gift
Linda Sue Park
Follow a young boy and his father as they harvest myrrh, then meet three travelers searching for a unique gift for a new
Ages 4–11
Cover of A Long Walk to Water
A Long Walk to Water
Linda Sue Park
Follow Salva, an eleven-year-old Dinka boy, as he navigates the dangers of the Sudanese Civil War, separated from his fa
Ages 4–11
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Xander's Panda Party
Linda Sue Park
For a child learning about inclusivity, this story offers a heartwarming and humorous look at making sure everyone feels
Ages 6–9
Cover of Yaks Yak: Animal Word Pairs
Yaks Yak: Animal Word Pairs
Linda Sue Park
Animals hilariously act out verbs made from their names, like slugs slugging and hogs hogging. This graphic novel is a f
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 0–3
1 books
Bee-bim Bop!
Ages 4–7
8 books
The Firekeeper's Son
Bee-bim Bop!
What Does Bunny See? A Book of Colors and Flowers
Ages 8–11
17 books
Seesaw Girl
A Single Shard
When My Name was Keoko
Ages 12–18
10 books
Seesaw Girl
A Single Shard
When My Name was Keoko

Common Themes

Curiosity & WonderSelf-Confidence & IdentityResilience & PerseveranceFamily & SiblingsGrowing UpLove & FamilyCultural IdentityMaking Friends

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