Books by Karen Lynn Williams

Karen Lynn Williams writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, school life, friendship & social.

Standalone Books

First Grade King

Karen Lynn Williams

Joey King navigates the big milestones of his first year at school, from the triumph of reading his first words to stand

Ages 6–8

Applebaum's Garage

Karen Lynn Williams

Jeremy finds a quiet sanctuary helping Mr. Applebaum fix things in his garage, until a sudden mistake threatens their sp

Ages 8–12

Tap-Tap

Karen Lynn Williams

A mother and daughter celebrate a successful day at the market with a bumpy, vibrant ride home on a Haitian tap-tap truc

Ages 4–8

A Real Christmas This Year

Karen Lynn Williams

Twelve-year-old Megan desperately wants a perfect holiday for her family and disabled brother, but her plans start to st

Ages 8–12

My Name is Sangoel

Karen Lynn Williams

Sangoel carries a name from Sudan that no one in his new American home can pronounce, until he finds a clever way to hel

Ages 6–9

Galimoto

Karen Lynn Williams

Kondi wanders through his Malawian village, gathering bits of scrap wire and old tallies to carefully craft a beautiful

Ages 4–8

Thousand White Butterflies, A

Jessica Betancourt-Perez, Karen Lynn Williams

For the child adjusting to a new home or facing the disappointment of changed plans: a story of finding unexpected magic

Ages 4–8

Circles of Hope

Karen Lynn Williams

Ifemelu leaves Nigeria for a new life at an American university, facing a complex world of race and social class she nev

Ages 4–8

Four Feet, Two Sandals

Karen Lynn Williams, Khadra Mohammed

For the child curious about life in different parts of the world or learning about the power of sharing when resources a

Ages 7–10

Facing Fear: An Immigration Story

Karen Lynn Williams

For children processing the anxiety of a parent being detained or facing deportation. This story offers a gentle way to

Ages 6–10

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

8 books

Ages 8–11

10 books