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Books by William Joyce

9 books · Ages 3–9

Known for the The Guardians of Childhood and Rolie Polie Olie series, William Joyce writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–9, alongside 5 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, creativity & imagination, love & family.

Series

The Man in the Moon

The Sandman: The Story of Sanderson Mansnoozie

The Guardians of Childhood

2 books · Ages 4–8

Sleepy Time Olie

Big Time Olie

Rolie Polie Olie

2 books · Ages 3–7

Standalone Books

Cover of A Day with Wilbur Robinson

A Day with Wilbur Robinson

Search for Grandfather's missing false teeth alongside the eccentric Robinson family in a household where every room hol

Cover of Santa Calls

Art Aimesworth and his sister embark on an unexpected Christmas adventure after receiving a mysterious summons from the

Cover of Buddy

By Age Range

Sleepy Time Olie

Big Time Olie

George Shrinks

The Man in the Moon

A Day with Wilbur Robinson

Santa Calls

Common Themes

Curiosity & Wonder Creativity & Imagination Love & Family Vehicles & Machines Humor Family & Siblings Being Different Adventure

A New York socialite attempts to raise a gorilla named Buddy in the city, only to realize that some animals belong in th

Ages 6–9

Cover of George Shrinks

Waking up to find he is only a few inches tall, George turns everyday household chores into a series of daring, giant-si

Cover of The Numberlys

For the child who feels limited by the status quo, this cinematic tale shows how a small group of friends can use their

The Man in the Moon

A Day with Wilbur Robinson

Santa Calls

Books by William Joyce | Wonderlit

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