Publishers: Clarion Books

About this publisher’s catalog

This catalog offers a diverse mix of narrative-driven books that blend imaginative storytelling with historical and social themes. Readers can expect a range of experiences from folklore and magical tales to nonfiction explorations of history and cultural impact. The collection balances character-focused fiction with informative nonfiction, making it suitable for those interested in layered stories and meaningful context.

What you’ll often find

  • Stories featuring magical or supernatural elements intertwined with everyday life
  • Historical narratives that illuminate social justice, cultural change, and significant events
  • Books centered on animals and folklore, often with a focus on family and community values
  • Explorations of survival and resilience in challenging circumstances
  • Character-driven mysteries and ghost stories with atmospheric tension
  • Interactive or playful children’s books incorporating humor and celebration themes
  • Nonfiction accounts that connect food, trade, and history with broader social issues

How to browse this shelf

  • Look for thematic clusters such as folklore and fairy tales versus historical nonfiction
  • Explore books that combine real-world events with personal or fictional perspectives
  • Seek out titles featuring animals or nature to find stories with family and community focus
  • Try selections with supernatural or horror elements for mood-driven reading
  • Start with narratives that highlight resilience or social change for deeper context
  • Use topic tags to distinguish between playful children’s stories and more serious nonfiction
  • Consider the balance of fiction and nonfiction to match your interest in storytelling or factual depth

Good fit if you like

  • Reading that weaves history and culture into engaging narratives
  • Books with a thoughtful mix of whimsy and real-world issues
  • Stories that explore family dynamics and community connections
  • A balance of atmospheric, suspenseful tales and informative nonfiction
  • Works that encourage reflection on social justice and human resilience
  • Engaging, interactive children’s books that invite participation

Generated from the books currently available in this catalog.

  • Tom Thumb The Remarkable True Story of a Man in Miniature — George Sullivan

    Tom Thumb The Remarkable True Story of a Man in Miniature — George Sullivan

  • Dragonfly’s Tale — Kristina Rodanas

    Dragonfly’s Tale — Kristina Rodanas

  • The Well of Sacrifice — Chris Eboch

    The Well of Sacrifice — Chris Eboch

  • Just Like Us! Fish — Bridget Heos

    Just Like Us! Fish — Bridget Heos

  • Dawn of Fear — Susan Cooper

    Dawn of Fear — Susan Cooper

  • The Other Side of Blue — Valerie O. Patterson

    The Other Side of Blue — Valerie O. Patterson

  • Roots and Blues A Celebration — Arnold Adoff

    Roots and Blues A Celebration — Arnold Adoff

  • The Story of Religion — Betsy Maestro

    The Story of Religion — Betsy Maestro

  • Tano & Binti Two Chimpanzees Return to the Wild — Andy DaVolls

    Tano & Binti Two Chimpanzees Return to the Wild — Andy DaVolls

  • A Knight’s Book The Adventures of Squire Wolflieb and His Knight, Sir Frank Von Fidelstein — Ali Mitgutsch

    A Knight’s Book The Adventures of Squire Wolflieb and His Knight, Sir Frank Von Fidelstein — Ali Mitgutsch

  • Little Helpers: Animals on the Job! — Michéle Brummer Everett

    Little Helpers: Animals on the Job! — Michéle Brummer Everett

  • The Polar Bear Son: An Inuit Tale — Lydia Dabcovich

    The Polar Bear Son: An Inuit Tale — Lydia Dabcovich

  • Animals on the Trail with Lewis and Clark — Dorothy Hinshaw Patent

    Animals on the Trail with Lewis and Clark — Dorothy Hinshaw Patent

  • Ellie Brader Hates Mr. G. — Janet Johnston

    Ellie Brader Hates Mr. G. — Janet Johnston

  • Bittersweet — C. Drew Lamm

    Bittersweet — C. Drew Lamm

  • Sacred River — Ted Lewin

    Sacred River — Ted Lewin

  • Prairie Dogs — Dorothy Hinshaw Patent

    Prairie Dogs — Dorothy Hinshaw Patent

  • With My Hands: Poems About Making Things — Amy Ludwig VanDerwater

    With My Hands: Poems About Making Things — Amy Ludwig VanDerwater

  • Light Another Candle The Story and Meaning of Hanukkah — Miriam Chaikin

    Light Another Candle The Story and Meaning of Hanukkah — Miriam Chaikin

  • The Story of Blue Elk — Gerald Hausman

    The Story of Blue Elk — Gerald Hausman