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My Name Is America

2 books · Ages 9–14 · Chapter Books

My Name Is America is a 2-book series for ages 9–14 by Jim Murphy. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, The Journal of Brian Doyle: A Greenhorn on an Alaskan Whaling Ship and The Journal of Jesse Smoke: A Cherokee Boy are great first picks.

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No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

The Journal of Brian Doyle: A Greenhorn on an Alaskan Whaling Ship

The Journal of Brian Doyle: A Greenhorn on an Alaskan Whaling Ship2000

The Journal of Jesse Smoke: A Cherokee Boy

The Journal of Jesse Smoke: A Cherokee Boy2001

What This Series Covers

Resilience & Perseverance History Survival & Wilderness Writing & Storytelling Freedom & Independence Fear & Bravery

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My Name Is America Books in Order | Wonderlit

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