Browse Paul Smith Books by Age
Ages 6-9
Middle Grade
Middle Grade
Illustrated books for kids such as "Bat Rocket Boogie" from the Zoo Collection or the Forest Friends Mysteries series!
Middle Grade
Middle Grade
Middle Grade
Middle-grade books and story collections for the advancing reader. Featuring the Zoo collection and others
Young Adult
Young Adult
Young Adult
Young adult literature tackling mature themes that matter to teenagers. Featuring "Steps to Tomorrow: My Destiny my Choice" as the flagship young adult title.
Adult
Young Adult
Young Adult
Books for Adults and Mature Readers. Featuring suspense, thrillers, historical fiction and other genre's. Recommended book for thriller lovers is "Rhino"
Books for Ages 6-9
Bat Rocket Boogie
A curious bat colony dares to dream big, launching into an imaginative quest that defies expectations and ends up taking them somewhere far more fabulous than they ever imagined. Full of heart, humor, and high-flying fun, this story is a celebration of curiosity, teamwork, and the joy of discovery-with a rhythm all its own.
Where's Charlie? A forest friend's mystery. Book One. (coming soon)
The debut of the Forest Friends Mystery Series. Should be published Febuary 2026
Middle Grade Books
Overcrowded at the Zoo
Welcome to the wildest problem a zoo has ever faced! In Overcrowded at the Zoo, a sudden surge of new animal residents throws the once-peaceful zoo into disarray. Enclosures overflow, tempers flare, and routines collapse—until a brave band of animals bands together to fix the chaos themselves.
Join this colorful cast of characters as they turn confusion into collaboration in this heartwarming tale of teamwork, empathy, and creative problem-solving.
Perfect for young readers who love animal adventures, Overcrowded at the Zoo is a delightful reminder that even the most unlikely group can come together to make things better—for everyone.
The Zoo Goes Bonkers!
This collection of light hearted short stories contains 37 stories about animals and their antics. Come and enjoy stories about creatures big and small such as Chammy the Chameleon and the great berry hunt, the soothing sounds of Jazz from a jaguars den or if Captain Blackbeak survives a mutiny on the highseas. "The Zoo Goes Bonkers" aims to bring parents and children together through thought provoking stories that stir up conversations about the world we live in. The book celebrates the human spirit with relatable animal characters while unpacking complexities of our world in a way that is light in nature and appropriate for readers of all ages.
Welcome to the Zoo
Explore the captivating world of animals through 30 heartwarming and enchanting stories in our anthology. Join us on a journey of discovery, empathy, and wonder as we uncover the remarkable stories of creatures big and small, each with their own unique adventures to share. Whether you're a nature lover, a storyteller, or simply seeking inspiration, this anthology is a must-read for all ages. Immerse yourself in the beauty of our planet's animal inhabitants and be inspired by their extraordinary lives.
Young Adult
Steps to Tomorrow: My Destiny, My Choice
Zola Okoye is ready for her future-nursing school, independence, and a life carved from the legacy of ancestors who fought for freedom. But when a tender connection with classmate Kofi turns into a terrifying accident, Zola finds herself caught between generations of expectation and her own rising panic. As the pressure mounts-from family, community, and the quiet voice inside her-Zola must choose whose future she is fighting for...and what steps she will take toward tomorrow.
Adult Novels
The Women of Ravensbruck
In the harsh confines of Ravensbrück, the infamous Nazi concentration camp for women, Sarah Rothstein a Jewish book keeper, Marie Laurent a French resistance fighter, Zofia Nowicki a Polish nurse, are thrown together in a crucible of suffering.
Yet in the face of unimaginable cruelty, they forge an unbreakable sisterhood. With grit, cunning, and quiet defiance, they wield their unique skills to sabotage their captors from within, daring to reclaim their humanity in a place designed to destroy it.
Their determined unity and the secret network of information they construct, reflect the real-life acts of resistance carried out by women during history’s darkest chapters—resonating deeply with readers drawn to true stories of female courage, resilience, and solidarity under Nazi oppression.
Paperback Published March 19/2026 and Kindle published April 30/2026
Rhino
Time is running out for Dr. Minh Tran. Desperate to save her father, Linh plunges into Hanoi's lethal underworld, hunting a cure as ancient as it is forbidden.
Her search ensnares her in a bloody web of poachers, smugglers, and killers who traffic in extinction. As bodies pile up and evidence vanishes, a relentless inspector and a passionate conservationist close in from opposite sides.
Stalked by shadowy figures and haunted by impossible choices, Linh discovers a terrifying truth: saving her father may cost her soul—or both their lives.
In this high-stakes game where everyone is both hunter and hunted, survival demands crossing lines that can never be uncrossed.
Guardians of the Silverback
In the heart of Uganda's most mysterious forest, Dr. Alex Kimani's peaceful life studying Silverback gorillas is shattered when corporate interests threaten the sanctuary he's sworn to protect. As ancient lands face modern dangers, Alex finds an unlikely ally in Grace Nwosu, a fearless journalist whose quest for truth matches his own passion for preservation.
But in a world where profit outweighs protection, exposing the truth could cost them everything. As they delve deeper into a web of corruption and greed, Alex and Grace discover that some secrets are worth dying for—and others are worth killing for.
"Guardians of the Silverback" is a pulse-pounding thriller where nature, politics, and human courage collide in a race to save one of Earth's most magnificent species before it's too late.
Ivory
In the shadowy world of illegal ivory trade, two unlikely allies join forces to dismantle a global criminal network.
Ming Wei, a former ivory smuggler haunted by his past, turns informant to atone for his sins. Zara Okonkwo, a fierce Kenyan conservation officer, is driven by a passion to protect Africa's endangered elephants. When their paths cross, they must overcome their mutual distrust to unravel a conspiracy that reaches from the savannas of Africa to the bustling streets of China.
"Ivory" is a gripping tale of redemption, justice, and the fight to preserve our planet's magnificent creatures. In a world where greed threatens to trump conservation, can two people from opposite sides of the law save an entire species?
I Wish I Could Forget
This is the story of Seth, registered nurse, and his fight for an accurate mental health diagnosis. Read through Seth's life and determine for yourself what the cause of Seth's post-traumatic stress disorder is.
Wizard War: An Introduction to Magic
Wizard War is the story of Maxwell, who discovers he has magical powers. He is trained by the council of wizards who provide Maxwell with his introduction to magic and the wizarding world while teaching him about the perils of dark magic.