Books by Marc Talbert

5 books · Ages 4–14

Marc Talbert writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, family & siblings, self-confidence & identity.

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of The Paper Knife
The Paper Knife
Marc Talbert
For a child grappling with past trauma or abuse, this story offers a powerful and ultimately hopeful journey toward heal
Ages 10–14
Cover of Rabbit in the Rock
Rabbit in the Rock
Marc Talbert
Sean, at odds with his father, conspires with his new friend Bernie to stage a fake kidnapping. Their plan quickly unrav
Ages 4–11
Cover of Double Or Nothing
Double Or Nothing
Marc Talbert
For a child coping with the profound sadness of losing a beloved relative, this book offers a poignant story of finding
Ages 8–12
Cover of Pillow of Clouds
Pillow of Clouds
Marc Talbert
For a child navigating the emotional turmoil of parental divorce and the difficult choices that come with it, this story
Ages 8–12
Cover of Star of Luís
Star of Luís
Marc Talbert
After Pearl Harbor, young Luís travels from Los Angeles to New Mexico, where he meets his mother's family for the first
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
2 books
Rabbit in the Rock
Star of Luís
Ages 8–11
5 books
The Paper Knife
Rabbit in the Rock
Double Or Nothing
Ages 12–18
3 books
The Paper Knife
Double Or Nothing
Pillow of Clouds

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceFamily & SiblingsSelf-Confidence & IdentityFriendship & SocialLove & FamilyFear & BraverySadness & GriefMoving

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