Introducing Scott O'Dell

Scott O'Dell specialised in historical fiction - particularly American history. His most famous novel is Island of the blue dolphins – which won the Newbery Medal in 1961 – best American children’s / young adults’ novel of the year.

Among his claims to fame – Scott was a cameraman on the Oscar-winning classic movie ‘Ben Hur’.

In 1984, Scott established the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction.

You can find out more about this inspirational author at the official website.

Karana books:

• Island of the blue dolphins.  
• Zia.

Seven serpents trilogy:

• Seven serpents – available in one book. Or in separate books:
• The captive.
• Feathered serpent.
• The amethyst ring.

Also:

• Black Star, Bright Dawn.
• My name is not Angelica.