Books by Mary Nethery

3 books · Ages 4–11

Mary Nethery writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, exploring themes of loneliness & belonging, friendship & loyalty, love & family.

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of Hannah and Jack
Hannah and Jack
Mary Nethery
For a child missing a beloved pet or friend during a separation, this gentle story shows how to bridge the distance with
Ages 4–7
Cover of Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine & a Miracle
Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine & a Miracle
Brian Dennis, Mary Nethery, Kirby Larson
Nubs, a wild Iraqi dog, forms an unbreakable bond with Marine Major Brian Dennis. When duty separates them by 70 miles,
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Famous Nini A Mostly True Story of how a Plain White Cat Became a Star
The Famous Nini A Mostly True Story of how a Plain White Cat Became a Star
Mary Nethery
For a child who loves animal stories and dreams of making a big impact, discover how a humble cat in 1890s Venice charme
Ages 4–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
Hannah and Jack
Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine & a Miracle
The Famous Nini A Mostly True Story of how a Plain White Cat Became a Star
Ages 8–11
2 books
Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine & a Miracle
The Famous Nini A Mostly True Story of how a Plain White Cat Became a Star

Common Themes

Loneliness & BelongingFriendship & LoyaltyLove & FamilyAnimalsCatsFriendship & SocialResilience & PerseveranceSelf-Confidence & Identity

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