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Kenneth Oppel Books: Biography, Best Books & Where to Read Them

born 1967 · Port Alberni, British Columbia
📖 Best for: Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11) · Grades 6–8 (ages 11–14)

Kenneth Oppel booksbooks by Kenneth OppelSilverwingSunwingAirbornThe Nest

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Who is Kenneth Oppel?

Kenneth Oppel writes adventure novels for middle-grade and teen readers, including Silverwing (about a young bat) and Airborn, which won the Governor General’s Award.

Where to start

New to Kenneth Oppel? Start with Silverwing.

Kenneth Oppel’s best-known books, in order

Kenneth Oppel’s books are under copyright, so Pagine doesn’t host them — but you can borrow every title below free. Tap Local library to see which libraries near you have it, Libby / OverDrive to borrow the ebook or audiobook with your library card, or Open Library for free online lending.

  1. Silverwing (1997)
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  2. Sunwing (1999)
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  3. Airborn (2004)
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  4. The Nest (2015)
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Peck's Bad Boy in an airship
Peck's Bad Boy in an airship
George W. Peck
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The Airship "Golden Hind"
The Airship "Golden Hind"
Percy F. Westerman
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The Airship Boys in the Great War; or, The Rescue of Bob Russell
The Airship Boys in the Great War; or, The Rescue of Bob Russell
De Lysle F. Cass
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The Airship Boys' Ocean Flyer; Or, New York to London in Twelve Hours
The Airship Boys' Ocean Flyer; Or, New York to London in Twelve Hours
H. L. Sayler
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The Girl Aviators and the Phantom Airship
The Girl Aviators and the Phantom Airship
Margaret Burnham
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The Great Airship: A Tale of Adventure.
The Great Airship: A Tale of Adventure.
F. S. Brereton
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With Airship and Submarine: A Tale of Adventure
With Airship and Submarine: A Tale of Adventure
Harry Collingwood
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Hero Tales
James Baldwin
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The Dragon of Wantley: His Tale
Owen Wister
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A Quest to Find the Sun
Global Digital Library
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The Missing Bat
StoryWeaver
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Baldy of Nome
Esther Birdsall Darling
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Kenneth Oppel?

Kenneth Oppel writes adventure novels for middle-grade and teen readers, including Silverwing (about a young bat) and Airborn, which won the Governor General’s Award.

What is Kenneth Oppel’s most famous book?

Silverwing is a great place to start; other favourites include Sunwing, Airborn, The Nest.

What age are Kenneth Oppel’s books for?

Kenneth Oppel’s books are best for grades 3–5 (ages 8–11) · grades 6–8 (ages 11–14).

Can I read Kenneth Oppel’s books free online?

Kenneth Oppel’s books are still under copyright, so they are not free to download. You can borrow them free: from your public library (search WorldCat), as ebooks and audiobooks with a library card through Libby/OverDrive, or from Open Library’s free lending. Pagine links to each below, and suggests similar books you can read free right now.

Where can I borrow Kenneth Oppel books near me?

Search WorldCat to see which libraries near you have a copy, or ask your school or public library. Most libraries also lend Kenneth Oppel ebooks and audiobooks free through the Libby app.

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