Books by William Mayne

10 books · Ages 4–14

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

The Red Book of Hob Stories
Hob Stories
1 book · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of It
It
William Mayne
Alice encounters a disturbing, restless spirit in her English town and must find a way to help it find peace in this eer
Ages 4–11
Cover of A Year and a Day
A Year and a Day
William Mayne
In this poignant Cornish tale, sisters Sara and Rebecca find a mysterious silent boy in the woods who joins their family
Ages 4–11
Cover of Max's Dream
Max's Dream
William Mayne
For children learning to embrace their unique strengths and pursue big dreams, this story celebrates friendship, determi
Ages 7–10
Cover of The Mouse and the Egg
The Mouse and the Egg
William Mayne
When Grandfather gets caught up in the excitement of something new and shiny, this story gently reminds us to appreciate
Ages 5–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
5 books
It
A Year and a Day
Max's Dream
Ages 8–11
10 books
A Parcel of Trees
Royal Harry
A Game of Dark
Ages 12–18
5 books
A Parcel of Trees
Royal Harry
A Game of Dark

Common Themes

Curiosity & WonderResilience & PerseveranceFamily & SiblingsLove & FamilyFantasy & MagicEmpathy & KindnessLoneliness & BelongingNature & Outdoors

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