Books by Roderick Townley

3 books · Ages 8–18

Roderick Townley writes middle grade and young adult for ages 8–18, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, loneliness & belonging, growing up.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Cover of The Great Good Thing
The Great Good Thing
Roderick Townley
For children who feel stuck in a routine and dream of adventure beyond their current world, this whimsical tale explores
Ages 8–12
Cover of Sky
Sky
Roderick Townley
For teens who feel overlooked or silenced, this story explores finding your voice, navigating challenging school environ
Ages 12–18
Cover of The Red Thread: A Novel in Three Incarnations
The Red Thread: A Novel in Three Incarnations
Roderick Townley
For teens pondering destiny and the timeless connections that bind us, this novel beautifully explores love and identity
Ages 13–18

By Age Range

Ages 8–11
1 books
The Great Good Thing
Ages 12–18
3 books
The Great Good Thing
Sky
The Red Thread: A Novel in Three Incarnations

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityLoneliness & BelongingGrowing UpFantasy & MagicAdventureBeing DifferentFriendship & LoyaltyFriendship & Social

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