Book Series · 3 Books

Shakespeare Stealer Books

In order from The Shakespeare Stealer to Shakespeare's Spy.

The Shakespeare Stealer series is a set of 3 chapter books by Gary Blackwood, published between 1998 and 2003. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 270 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$858

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1998

The Shakespeare Stealer

By Gary Blackwood

An orphan must steal Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' or face dire consequences.

216 pages· 47,918 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

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Summary: In Elizabethan England, orphan Widge is tasked with stealing Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' for his master. As he infiltrates the Globe Theatre, Widge faces a dilemma: fulfill his mission or embrace newfound loyalties. Will he betray the players or defy his master? This tale of intrigue and danger is woven with rich historical detail and unexpected twists.

In reading order

Shakespeare Stealer Series

3 books · Published 1998–2003

#1 in Series

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$858

The Shakespeare Stealer

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1998

An orphan must steal Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' or face dire consequences.

#2 in Series

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$674

Shakespeare's Scribe

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2000

An orphan actor's past threatens his future with Shakespeare's troupe during a plague tour.

#3 in Series

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$674

Shakespeare's Spy

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2003

An orphan actor must uncover a thief to clear his name.

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How many books are in the Shakespeare Stealer series?

There are 3 books in the Shakespeare Stealer series. It began with The Shakespeare Stealer in 1998, and the newest book, Shakespeare's Spy, was published in 2003.