Books by Victor Kelleher

6 books · Ages 4–18

Known for the Parkland series, Victor Kelleher writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, alongside 5 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, fear & bravery, resilience & perseverance.

Series

Earthsong
Parkland
1 book · Ages 10–14

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of Where the Whales Sing
Where the Whales Sing
Victor Kelleher
When Claire's father is lost at sea during a fierce storm, she is left alone, injured, and feverish on their boat. Days
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Gorilla Suit
The Gorilla Suit
Victor Kelleher
For the child who loves to play dress-up and imagine new possibilities, this humorous chapter book explores bravery and
Ages 6–9

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
2 books
Where the Whales Sing
The Gorilla Suit
Ages 8–11
5 books
Taronga
Baily's Bones
Earthsong
Ages 12–18
4 books
Master of the Grove
Taronga
Baily's Bones

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityFear & BraveryResilience & PerseveranceLoneliness & BelongingFamily & SiblingsGrowing UpJustice & FairnessGood vs. Evil

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