Books by Marcia Brown

3 books · Ages 4–11

Known for the Once Upon a World series, Marcia Brown writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, alongside 2 standalone books, exploring themes of loneliness & belonging, justice & fairness, being different.

Series

Blue Jackal
Once Upon a World
1 book · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books

Cover of Dick Whittington and His Cat
Dick Whittington and His Cat
Marcia Brown
For the child who dreams of making their own fortune and overcoming challenges, this classic tale shows how kindness and
Ages 5–8
Cover of Stone Soup
Stone Soup
Marcia Brown
When hungry soldiers arrive in a village where food is hidden, they propose making soup from stones. Their ingenious pla
Ages 4–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
Dick Whittington and His Cat
Blue Jackal
Stone Soup
Ages 8–11
3 books
Dick Whittington and His Cat
Blue Jackal
Stone Soup

Common Themes

Loneliness & BelongingJustice & FairnessBeing DifferentResilience & PerseveranceSelf-Confidence & IdentityFairy Tales & MythologyAnimalsMaking Friends

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