Caroline Carlson books

Caroline Carlson is a middle grade fantasy author known for The Very Nearly Honorable League of Pirates series and standalone novels for young readers.

Standalone Novels

Title Published Buy on Amazon
The World’s Greatest Detective 2017 Buy
The Door at the End of the World 2019 Buy
Wicked Marigold 2024 Buy

The Very Nearly Honorable League of Pirates Reading Order

Title Published Buy on Amazon
Magic Marks the Spot 2013 Buy
Poklad Čarodějky ze severu 2013 N/A
The Terror of the Southlands 2014 Buy
The Buccaneers’ Code 2015 Buy

Caroline Carlson writes middle grade fantasy and adventure novels. She is best known for The Very Nearly Honorable League of Pirates, a series about a girl who wants to become a pirate in a world where magic and maritime adventure collide. The series started with Magic Marks the Spot in 2013 and ran for three books through The Buccaneers’ Code (2015).

Outside the pirate series, Carlson has written three standalone novels: The World’s Greatest Detective (2017), The Door at the End of the World (2019), and Wicked Marigold (2024). Her books share a knack for humor, strong young heroines, and inventive fantasy premises.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Caroline Carlson written?

Caroline Carlson has written 7 books across 2 series.

What was Caroline Carlson's first book?

Caroline Carlson’s first book is Magic Marks the Spot, published in 2013.

What age group are Caroline Carlson's books for?

Caroline Carlson writes middle grade fiction, generally aimed at readers ages 8 to 12. Her books feature young protagonists, humor, and adventure, making them suitable for independent readers and classroom read-alouds alike.

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