Books by J. Anderson Coats

J. Anderson Coats writes middle grade and young adult for ages 8–18, exploring themes of history, being different, resilience & perseverance.

Standalone Books

The Many Reflections of Miss Jane Deming

J. Anderson Coats

Jane is heading west to the Washington Territory for a brand new life, but she soon discovers that the frontier is much

Ages 8–12

R Is for Rebel

J. Anderson Coats

A defiant girl refuses to let reform school or a conquering government crush her spirit in this story of resistance and

Ages 8–12

Spindle and Dagger

J. Anderson Coats

For the teen navigating a world where survival requires impossible choices and complex lies. A gritty look at finding ag

Ages 14–18

The Loss of the Burying Ground

J. Anderson Coats

For the teen processing the heavy weight of family legacy or the ethical questions surrounding how we honor and remember

Ages 14–18

The Wicked and the Just

J. Anderson Coats

Thelma the Unicorn is a 2024 American animated musical comedy film written by Jared and Jerusha Hess, and directed by Ja

Ages 12–18

By Age Range

Ages 8–11

2 books

Ages 12–18

5 books