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Books by Virginia Hamilton | Wonderlit

Books by Virginia Hamilton

22 books · Ages 4–18

Known for the The Justice Cycle and Jahdu series, Virginia Hamilton writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, alongside 18 standalone books, exploring themes of african american heritage, celebrating heritage, self-confidence & identity.

Series

Justice and Her Brothers

The Justice Cycle

1 book · Ages 10–14

The Time-Ago Tales of Jahdu

1 book · Ages 7–10

Second Cousins

Cousins

1 book · Ages 9–12

The House of Dies Drear

The Dies Drear Chronicles

1 book · Ages 9–13

Standalone Books

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M.C. Higgins, the Great

Virginia Hamilton

From his forty-foot tower, M.C. Higgins looks out over the Ohio River Valley, torn between his love for his family's hom

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Arilla Sun Down

Virginia Hamilton

Arilla navigates life in a small town, balancing her family's heritage with the daily rhythms of school, friends, and gr

Cover of Willie Bea and the Time the Martians Landed

Willie Bea and the Time the Martians Landed

Virginia Hamilton

Fear ripples through an Ohio farm family as they listen to the 1938 radio broadcast that convinced the nation Martians w

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Virginia Hamilton

A Black teenager raised by her loving grandparents sets out on a journey to find the father she has never known.

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A White Romance

Virginia Hamilton

As her high school undergoes racial integration, Talley balances her love for running with a complicated new friendship

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Anthony Burns: The Defeat and Triumph of a Fugitive Slave

Virginia Hamilton

A runaway slave fighting for his life in Boston sparks a massive legal and street battle that foreshadows the coming of

Cover of Many Thousand Gone: African Americans from Slavery to Freedom

Many Thousand Gone: African Americans from Slavery to Freedom

Virginia Hamilton

For the child curious about real-life heroes who fought for liberty. This collection of historical accounts honors the g

Cover of The People Could Fly: The Picture Book

The People Could Fly: The Picture Book

Virginia Hamilton

A breathtaking African American folktale comes to life through vivid paintings, sharing a legendary story of people who

Cover of Little Eight John

Little Eight John

Virginia Hamilton

For the child who challenges every rule. Explore how a young boy's determination to do the exact opposite of what he's t

Cover of Sweet Whispers, Brother Rush

Sweet Whispers, Brother Rush

Virginia Hamilton

For the teen managing heavy family responsibilities alone, this haunting story explores the weight of secrets and the po

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Virginia Hamilton

Dreenie’s curiosity about a classmate in a wheelchair blossoms into a deep, trusting friendship between three very diffe

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Wee Winnie Witch's Skinny

Virginia Hamilton

For the child who loves spooky tales and needs to see that family wisdom and protective elders can overcome even the mos

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Bruh Rabbit and the Tar Baby Girl

Virginia Hamilton

Bruh Rabbit uses his clever wits to outsmart Bruh Fox in this rhythmic retelling of African American folklore featuring

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Junius Over Far

Virginia Hamilton

For the teenager exploring the complex layers of their heritage and the emotional pull of long-distance family bonds.

Cover of In the Beginning: Creation Stories from Around the World

In the Beginning: Creation Stories from Around the World

Virginia Hamilton

For the inquisitive child curious about where we come from: a poetic journey through 25 global creation myths that celeb

Cover of Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales, and True Tales

Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales, and True Tales

Virginia Hamilton

A rich tapestry of African American identity unfolds through these legendary folktales, magical fairy stories, and inspi

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The Girl Who Spun Gold

Virginia Hamilton

For the child feeling pressure to meet impossible expectations. This West Indian Rumpelstiltskin retelling explores find

Cover of Zeely

Virginia Hamilton

For the child whose imagination is sparked by mystery and awe. Follow Geeder as she navigates the line between childhood

By Age Range

The Time-Ago Tales of Jahdu

The People Could Fly: The Picture Book

Little Eight John

M.C. Higgins, the Great

Justice and Her Brothers

The Time-Ago Tales of Jahdu

M.C. Higgins, the Great

Arilla Sun Down

Justice and Her Brothers

Common Themes

African American Heritage Celebrating Heritage Self-Confidence & Identity Cultural Identity Love & Family Family & Siblings History Resilience & Perseverance

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My Pashto Number Picture Book for Kids

American Desi

Jyoti Rajan Gopal