Books by Barbara O'Connor

Barbara O'Connor writes middle grade for ages 8–12, exploring themes of loneliness & belonging, friendship & social, being different.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Dream

Barbara O'Connor

For the child feeling adrift or lonely within their own family, Fern's journey with a stray dog offers a roadmap for fin

Ages 8–12

Katherine Dunham: Pioneer of Black Dance

Barbara O'Connor

Follow the life of Katherine Dunham, the pioneering choreographer who combined dance and anthropology to celebrate her A

Ages 8–12

On the Road to Mr. Mineo's

Barbara O'Connor

Stella is on a mission to catch a unique one-legged pigeon named Harvey, but she soon finds the whole town has joined th

Ages 8–12

Moonpie and Ivy

Barbara O'Connor

Left at her aunt's house by her mother, twelve-year-old Pearl must find her footing and a sense of home in a place she n

Ages 8–12

The Small Adventure of Popeye and Elvis

Barbara O'Connor

Popeye’s boring summer in South Carolina is turned upside down when a stranded RV full of wild kids brings mystery and n

Ages 8–12

Fame and Glory in Freedom, Georgia

Barbara O'Connor

Outcast sixth-grader Bird Weaver forms an unlikely bond with the new boy at school, leading them both to discover their

Ages 8–12

By Age Range

Ages 8–11

6 books

Ages 12–18

6 books