Books by Ralph J. Fletcher

Ralph J. Fletcher writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 3–14, exploring themes of love & family, curiosity & wonder, family & siblings.

Standalone Books

Fig Pudding

Ralph J. Fletcher

For children grappling with loss or navigating a large family, this book tenderly explores the bittersweet journey of gr

Ages 9–12

Buried Alive The Elements of Love : Poems

Ralph J. Fletcher

For young readers exploring complex emotions, this collection of poems delves into the many facets of love, offering a t

Ages 10–14

Twilight Comes Twice

Ralph J. Fletcher

For the child who observes the quiet shifts of day to night and back again, this poetic book offers a gentle exploration

Ages 4–8

Ordinary Things: Poems from a Walk in Early Spring

Ralph J. Fletcher

Take a poetic journey through a spring landscape, from a quiet road to the heart of the woods and back again. Ralph Flet

Ages 4–11

Spider Boy

Ralph J. Fletcher

Seventh grader Bobby Ballenger struggles to adjust after moving a thousand miles from home. He retreats into his world o

Ages 9–13

Flying Solo

Ralph J. Fletcher

For kids coping with grief, anxiety, and finding their voice, this unique school story follows a sixth-grade class left

Ages 10–13

Tommy Trouble and the Magic Marble

Ralph J. Fletcher

Tommy desperately wants a magnificent marble for his collection, leading him to consider some questionable moneymaking s

Ages 6–9

Hello, Harvest Moon

Ralph J. Fletcher

For children who marvel at the night sky, this poetic story beautifully illuminates the moon's gentle magic over earth,

Ages 3–7

By Age Range

Ages 0–3

1 books

Ages 4–7

4 books

Ages 8–11

7 books

Ages 12–18

4 books

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