Books by Carmen Agra Deedy

Carmen Agra Deedy writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–10, exploring themes of justice & fairness, humor, empathy & kindness.

Standalone Books

Agatha's Feather Bed

Carmen Agra Deedy

Agatha gets a surprising lesson in where things come from when six very cold, naked geese arrive at her door demanding t

Ages 4–8

The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet!

Carmen Agra Deedy

A brave rooster refuses to stop his morning song even after the mayor bans all noise, inspiring an entire city to find i

Ages 4–9

The Yellow Star: The Legend of King Christian X of Denmark

Carmen Agra Deedy

For the child asking what it means to be a hero when others are being treated unfairly. This legend of a king's quiet de

Ages 6–10

Carina Felina: A Cuban Retelling of a Favorite Folktale

Carmen Agra Deedy

A hungry cat with an appetite too big for its own good meets two clever crustaceans in this colorful Cuban retelling of

Ages 4–8

The Library Dragon

Carmen Agra Deedy

Miss Lotta Scales is a fierce dragon determined to protect her books from children, until she remembers that stories are

Ages 4–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

5 books

Ages 8–11

5 books