Books by Will Hobbs

6 books · Ages 4–16

Known for the Bearstone series, Will Hobbs writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–16, alongside 5 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, resilience & perseverance, growing up.

Series

Bearstone
Bearstone
1 book · Ages 9–13

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Cover of Kokopelli's Flute
Kokopelli's Flute
Will Hobbs
Thirteen-year-old Tepary unearths an ancient flute in a New Mexico cliff dwelling, leading him to discover powerful Nati
Ages 8–12
Cover of Beardance
Beardance
Will Hobbs
For young readers captivated by the wild, this story follows a Ute boy on a challenging journey of survival, courage, an
Ages 9–13
Cover of Changes in Latitudes
Changes in Latitudes
Will Hobbs
For teens grappling with family conflicts and their own attitudes, this story explores personal growth amidst environmen
Ages 13–16

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
2 books
Beardream
The Big Wander
Ages 8–11
5 books
Kokopelli's Flute
Beardream
Bearstone
Ages 12–18
4 books
Kokopelli's Flute
Bearstone
Beardance

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityResilience & PerseveranceGrowing UpCuriosity & WonderFear & BraveryAdventureSurvival & WildernessEmpathy & Kindness

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