Books by David Metzenthen

Known for the Aussie Nibbles series, David Metzenthen writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 5–18, alongside 3 standalone books, exploring themes of nature & outdoors, hope & optimism, curiosity & wonder.

Series

Aussie Nibbles

2 books · Ages 6–10

Standalone Books

Gilbert's Ghost Train

David Metzenthen

Marty balances the heavy reality of his brother's illness with the mystery of a retired railway man who suddenly appears

Ages 10–14

Stony Heart Country

David Metzenthen

For the teenager navigating the heavy transition to adulthood while facing the isolation of demanding physical labor and

Ages 14–18

Spider!

David Metzenthen

Min finds a spider in the bedroom, leading to a quiet look at whether the tiny eight-legged guest is actually a scary mo

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

3 books

Ages 8–11

4 books