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Books by Ann Warren Turner

6 books · Ages 6–13

Known for the Dear America series, Ann Warren Turner writes middle grade for ages 6–13, alongside 5 standalone books, exploring themes of writing & storytelling, history, moving.

Series

The Girl who Chased Away Sorrow: The Diary of Sarah Nita, a Navajo Girl

1 book · Ages 9–13

Standalone Books

Cover of Street Talk

Ann Warren Turner

The concrete jungle comes alive through rhythmic verses that capture the unique energy, sounds, and daily sights of livi

Cover of Nettie's Trip South

Nettie's Trip South

Ann Warren Turner

For the child grappling with the reality of injustice. A young girl confronts the harshness of American slavery, helping

Cover of Abe Lincoln Remembers

Abe Lincoln Remembers

Ann Warren Turner

By Age Range

Abe Lincoln Remembers

Mississippi Mud: Three Prairie Journals

Street Talk

The Girl who Chased Away Sorrow: The Diary of Sarah Nita, a Navajo Girl

Nettie's Trip South

Common Themes

Writing & Storytelling History Moving Resilience & Perseverance Love & Family Nature & Outdoors Family & Siblings Justice & Fairness

On a fateful night in 1865, Abraham Lincoln looks back at his journey from a log cabin to the White House, reflecting on

Ages 6–10

Cover of Mississippi Mud: Three Prairie Journals

Mississippi Mud: Three Prairie Journals

Ann Warren Turner

For children processing the mixed emotions of a big move. This collection of poems captures the bravery, loss, and wonde

Cover of Grasshopper Summer

Grasshopper Summer

Ann Warren Turner

For the child facing a major move or a scary change, this story follows Sam's journey from a familiar home to the daunti

Ages 12–18

4 books

Street Talk

The Girl who Chased Away Sorrow: The Diary of Sarah Nita, a Navajo Girl

Nettie's Trip South

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