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Books by James Stevenson

62 books · Ages 3–11

Known for the Grandpa and Wilfred the Rat series, James Stevenson writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–11, alongside 22 standalone books, exploring themes of humor, joy & gratitude, animals.

Series

Could Be Worse!

The Sea View Hotel

That Terrible Halloween Night

16 books · Ages 4–8

Wilfred the Rat

The Most Amazing Dinosaur

Wilfred the Rat

2 books · Ages 4–8

The Worst Person in the World

The Worst Person in the World at Crab Beach

The Worst Goes South

The Worst Person in the World

3 books · Ages 4–9

Fast Friends: Two Stories

Clams Can't Sing

Greenwillow Read-Alone

2 books · Ages 4–9

Monty

No Need for Monty

2 books · Ages 4–8

Oliver, Clarence & Violet

Oliver the Beaver

1 book · Ages 6–10

Yuck!

Fried Feathers for Thanksgiving

Un-Happy New Year, Emma!

4 books · Ages 4–8

Happy Valentine's Day, Emma!

1 book · Ages 4–8

The Supreme Souvenir Factory

Chester the Cat

1 book · Ages 7–10

The Worst Person's Christmas

The Worst Person

1 book · Ages 4–8

Heat Wave at Mud Flat

The Mud Flat Olympics

The Mud Flat Mystery

6 books · Ages 6–9

The Castaway

Hubie the Mouse

1 book · Ages 4–8

Standalone Books

Cover of Winston, Newton, Elton, and Ed

Winston, Newton, Elton, and Ed

James Stevenson

Three argumentative walruses and a lonely, stranded penguin navigate the ups and downs of life in these two playful anim

Cover of The Night After Christmas

The Night After Christmas

James Stevenson

For children processing the bittersweet end of a holiday or feeling the sting of being left out, this gentle story follo

Cover of What's Under My Bed?

What's Under My Bed?

James Stevenson

For children struggling with nighttime fears, this gentle and funny story helps demystify the monsters under the bed thr

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Barbara's Birthday

James Stevenson

For any child who feels their own celebrations might not measure up, this story gently explores feelings of jealousy and

Cover of When I Was Nine

When I Was Nine

James Stevenson

Join James Stevenson on a heartwarming journey back to his ninth year, filled with family, adventure, and a cross-countr

Cover of We Hate Rain!

James Stevenson

For children feeling cooped up and grumpy on a rainy day, this story shows how imagination and a good tale can turn bore

Cover of Oh No, It's Waylon's Birthday!

Oh No, It's Waylon's Birthday!

James Stevenson

Celebrate an elephant’s 249th birthday, search for a nap spot with a hippo, and watch six penguins navigate a slippery i

Cover of Mr. Hacker

James Stevenson

The quiet country feels a bit too lonely for a city man until a stray cat and dog arrive to show him the true meaning of

Cover of July

James Stevenson

Journey back to idyllic childhood summers with James Stevenson as he recalls adventures with his brother at their grandp

Cover of The Stowaway

James Stevenson

While crossing the ocean on a massive cruise ship, a young mouse named Hubie discovers a secret stowaway and decides to

Cover of Which One is Whitney?

Which One is Whitney?

James Stevenson

Whitney is a clever dugong who navigates a series of amusing mishaps while trying to figure out where he truly belongs.

Cover of National Worm Day

National Worm Day

James Stevenson

A worm, a snail, and a rhinoceros share three funny adventures that show how even the most different animals can find co

Cover of Quick! Turn the Page!

Quick! Turn the Page!

James Stevenson

Every flick of the finger brings a new comical surprise in this interactive story that turns the simple act of reading i

Cover of Rolling Rose

James Stevenson

Baby Rose rolls her stroller right out the front door to join a massive, secret parade of eighty-four other babies headi

Cover of The Flying Acorns

The Flying Acorns

James Stevenson

Three restless squirrels decide to spice up their forest life by practicing a daring acrobatics routine for the arrival

Cover of Fun, No Fun

James Stevenson

Take a look back at childhood through a playful lens where every memory is sorted into two very important piles: things

Cover of I Had a Lot of Wishes

I Had a Lot of Wishes

James Stevenson

For the child learning to navigate the mixed emotions of wanting things that don't always happen. A gentle look at the s

Cover of The Oldest Elf

James Stevenson

Santa’s oldest elf and a retired reindeer team up to prove they still have plenty of holiday magic to give for one last

Cover of I Meant to Tell You

I Meant to Tell You

James Stevenson

A tender look back at the small, everyday moments that build a lifetime of love. Perfect for parents and children to sha

Cover of Sam the Zamboni Man

Sam the Zamboni Man

James Stevenson

Late-night visits to the hockey rink lead to a dream come true as young Matt gets a chance to drive his grandfather's gi

Cover of Corn-fed Poems

James Stevenson

For the child who finds magic in the quiet details of the world, these gentle poems and watercolors celebrate the simple

Cover of Candy Corn

James Stevenson

Whimsical drawings in a signature comic style bring a sense of playfulness to these stories and observations.

By Age Range

We Hate Rain!

Quick! Turn the Page!

Rolling Rose

Could Be Worse!

Wilfred the Rat

Winston, Newton, Elton, and Ed

Could Be Worse!

Wilfred the Rat

Winston, Newton, Elton, and Ed

Common Themes

Humor Joy & Gratitude Animals Friendship & Loyalty Nature & Outdoors Creativity & Imagination Family & Siblings Friendship & Social

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