Books by Jill Paton Walsh

Jill Paton Walsh writes middle grade and young adult for ages 10–16, exploring themes of history, growing up, fear & bravery.

Standalone Books

The Dolphin Crossing

Jill Paton Walsh

Two boys too young for the army set out across the water to help save soldiers during the historic evacuation from Dunki

Ages 10–14

Goldengrove

Jill Paton Walsh

For the adolescent navigating the bittersweet end of childhood and the heavy weight of family secrets that change everyt

Ages 12–16

The Emperor's Winding Sheet

Jill Paton Walsh

Shipwrecked and hungry, an English boy is swept into the court of Constantine, where the king claims him as a mandatory

Ages 11–15

By Age Range

Ages 8–11

2 books

Ages 12–18

3 books