Books by William Mayne

Known for the Hob Stories series, William Mayne writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, alongside 9 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, resilience & perseverance, family & siblings.

Series

Hob Stories

1 book · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

A Parcel of Trees

William Mayne

For the child grappling with changes in their familiar surroundings, this story gently explores a young girl's quiet obs

Ages 8–12

Royal Harry

William Mayne

For the child with a boundless imagination who sees the world differently, this story explores finding your unique place

Ages 9–13

A Game of Dark

William Mayne

For a child grappling with a family crisis or overwhelming, unspoken feelings, this book explores how imagination can be

Ages 10–14

The Incline

William Mayne

Mason navigates the challenges of his first job and romance while defending his father's reputation in a small quarrying

Ages 8–12

Salt River Times

William Mayne

For the thoughtful reader who finds wonder in the rhythms of nature and the mysteries hidden in plain sight, this story

Ages 9–14

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

5 books

Ages 8–11

10 books

Ages 12–18

5 books

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