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Books by William Mayne | Wonderlit

Books by William Mayne

13 books · Ages 4–16

Known for the Hob Stories series, William Mayne writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–16, alongside 9 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, family & siblings, love & family.

Series

The Red Book of Hob Stories

The Green Book of Hob Stories

The Blue Book of Hob Stories

4 books · Ages 5–9

Standalone Books

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A Parcel of Trees

For the child seeking a sanctuary to call their own, this quiet mystery follows Susan as she digs into local history to

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For the child adjusting to a sudden family move or the weight of new responsibilities. Harry must navigate her new role

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For the young teen struggling with the heavy burden of a parent's terminal illness and the complicated guilt that comes

By Age Range

The Mouse and the Egg

The Red Book of Hob Stories

The Yellow Book of Hob Stories

A Parcel of Trees

Royal Harry

Common Themes

Curiosity & Wonder Family & Siblings Love & Family Nature & Outdoors History Growing Up Being Different Fantasy & Magic

Ages 11–15

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Mason faces the pressure of his first job and first love just as the local villagers begin to question his father’s repu

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A young girl in England senses a restless spirit nearby. Though it is unsettling, she feels a strange pull to help it fi

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A Year and a Day

Sara and Rebecca discover a mysterious, silent boy who joins their family for a magical season that will change them for

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Chosen as king of the midsummer festival, a young boy sets out with his friends on a lyrical quest to follow a dream and

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The Mouse and the Egg

A shimmering golden egg seems like a marvel, but Grandfather soon finds that the simple, plain brown eggs from his speck

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Salt River Times

For the child who loves exploring their own neighborhood and wonders about the hidden histories behind the faces and pla

A Game of Dark

A Parcel of Trees

Royal Harry

A Game of Dark

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