Books by Patricia Calvert

Patricia Calvert writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, love & family, growing up.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

The Hour of the Wolf

Patricia Calvert

After a suicide attempt and struggling with his father's expectations, a young man travels to Alaska. He enters the chal

Ages 9–14

Hadder MacColl

Patricia Calvert

Fifteen-year-old Hadder MacColl, deeply rooted in her Scottish heritage, faces a heartbreaking conflict when her beloved

Ages 9–12

Sooner

Patricia Calvert

For a child facing sudden grown-up responsibilities and the uncertainty of a parent's return, this story of a boy, his f

Ages 10–14

Michael, Wait for Me

Patricia Calvert

For the young person navigating confusing feelings of a first crush, this poignant story explores the complexities of in

Ages 10–14

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

1 books

Ages 8–11

5 books

Ages 12–18

4 books

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