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Peter Brown

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Peter Brown is an acclaimed American author and illustrator known for his engaging and visually distinct children's books. He is best known for his bestselling middle-grade series The Wild Robot, as well as beloved picture books like Mr. Tiger Goes Wild and The Curious Garden. His work frequently explores the relationship between nature and civilization, combining charming artwork with thoughtful storytelling.
The Wild Robot

The Wild Robot Protects

Peter Brown

Adventure Animals
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Mr. Tiger Goes Wild

Peter Brown

Animals Emotions
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Chowder

Chowder: Issue #1

Peter Brown

Animals Dogs
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The Curious Garden

Peter Brown

Environment Fiction
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Lucille

You Will Be My Friend!

Peter Brown

Animals Fiction
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Flight of the Dodo

Peter Brown

Animals Birds
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The Wild Robot

The Wild Robot Escapes

Peter Brown

Adventure Animals
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Fred Gets Dressed

Peter Brown

Creativity Family
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My Teacher Is a Monster! (No, I Am Not.)

Peter Brown

Fiction Humor
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The Wild Robot

The Wild Robot On The Island: An Illustrated Picture Book Adaptation of The Wild Robot

Peter Brown

Adventure Animals
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Chowder

The Fabulous Bouncing Chowder

Peter Brown

Animals Dogs
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The Wild Robot

The Wild Robot

Peter Brown

Action Adventure
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Lucille

Children Make Terrible Pets

Peter Brown

Animals Family
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Creepy Pair of Underwear

Aaron Reynolds, Peter Brown

Animals Humor
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Creepy Carrots!

Aaron Reynolds, Peter Brown

Animals Food
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Creepy Tales!

Creepy Crayon!

Aaron Reynolds, Peter Brown

Animals Humor
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Creepy Tales!

Jasper Rabbit's Creepy Tales!: Creepy Carrots!; Creepy Pair of Underwear!; Creepy Crayon!

Aaron Reynolds, Peter Brown

Animals Anthologies
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Who Done It?

Kiersten White, Maureen Johnson, David Levithan, Lemony Snicket, Rebecca Stead, Liz Braswell, Barry Lyga, Libba Bray, Sara Shepard, Peter Brown, Melissa De La Cruz, Jon Scieszka, Margaux Froley, Claudia Gabel, Michelle Gagnon, Adam Gidwitz, Anna Godbersen, Julia Mayer, Rebecca Gibel, Aimee Friedman, Gayle Forman, Jacquelyn Mitchard, Lauren Myracle, Lev Grossman, Ned Vizzini, Todd Strasser, Jennifer E. Smith, Jordan Sonnenblick, Robin Wasserman, Michelle Zink, Susane Colasanti, Sarah Beth Durst, Lindsey Kelk, Lauren Oliver, Natalie Standiford, Melissa C. Walker, Jen Calonita, Adele Griffin, J.R. Angelella, Kate Angelella, Jennifer Belle, Steve Brezenoff, Elise Broach, Patrick Carman, Elizabeth Craft, Julia DeVillers, Paige Pooler, Larry Doyle, Dave Eggers, Daniel Ehrenhaft, Elizabeth Eulberg, Helen Fitzgerald

Anthologies Fiction
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By: Peter Brown
Have you met Roz, the wild robot? She lives a wonderful, natural life on her island with all her animal friends. But one day, something dangerous arrives: a "poison tide" that threatens to harm everything and everyone she loves. Roz is determined to protect her home! She discovers a new ability and dives into the vast, mysterious ocean. Get ready to explore amazing underwater worlds with her, full of incredible creatures and new challenges. Roz needs to find out where the poison is coming from and stop it before it's too late. Even when faced with big problems, Roz always hopes for a peaceful solution. Can this brave robot save the ocean and her beloved island? Join Roz on an exciting adventure where courage, friendship, and quick thinking can make all the difference!
Adventure Animals Environment Fiction Oceans Robots
9-12 Years 281 Pages
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Are you tired of always having to be so perfectly proper? Mr. Tiger knows exactly how you feel. In his perfectly proper city, everyone wears stiff suits, walks on two legs, and speaks in very polite, very quiet voices. But Mr. Tiger has a wild idea. What if he loosened his collar? What if he started walking on all fours? What if he let out a great big ROAR? As Mr. Tiger discovers his true nature, his friends and neighbors aren't quite sure what to make of his new, wild behavior. Has he gone too far? Or is it possible that everyone needs a little bit of wildness in their lives? This beautifully illustrated, funny story celebrates the joy of being yourself and finding the perfect balance between fitting in and standing out.
Animals Emotions Fiction Humor Picture Books
6-8 Years 40 Pages
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Chowder

Chowder

Issue #1

By: Peter Brown
Meet Chowder, a lovable bulldog who is just a little bit different from the rest of the pack. While other dogs are busy burying bones and chasing mail trucks, Chowder prefers spending his time reading the newspaper, using the human toilet, and playing with his favorite toys. He is a wonderfully weird pup, but his quirky habits make it awfully hard to fit in with the neighborhood dogs. Determined to make some friends, Chowder tries everything he can think of to act like a normal dog. But no matter how hard he tries, his true, goofy self keeps shining through. Will this sweet, eccentric bulldog ever find a place where he belongs? This hilarious and heartwarming story is perfect for anyone who has ever felt a little out of place, proving that the best way to make friends is simply by being yourself.
Animals Dogs Friendship Humor Pets Picture Books
6-8 Years 18 Pages
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Imagine living in a city without a single tree, flower, or blade of grass. While out exploring his dark, gray city one day, a curious boy named Liam makes a surprising discovery: a tiny, struggling patch of plants growing on an abandoned railway. Liam isn't a gardener, but he knows these little plants need his help. With patience, water, and a lot of love, Liam tends to the straggly sprouts. As time passes, the garden begins to wake up and spread, creeping along the tracks and transforming the dreary city into a lush, vibrant world of green. This breathtakingly illustrated story is a beautiful reminder that even the smallest actions can create massive, wonderful changes. Keep your eyes peeled as you read—you can spot red-headed Liam hidden on every page of this enchanting adventure!
Environment Fiction Gardening Nature Picture Books
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 40 Pages
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Today is a very important day for Lucy the bear. She has woken up with one massive goal in mind: she is going to make a brand-new friend! Bursting with excitement, Lucy marches into the forest ready to meet her perfect match. But making friends turns out to be much harder than she thought. She accidentally ruins a giraffe's breakfast, she is way too big to hang out in the frogs' pond, and her enthusiastic attempts to play just seem to scare everyone away. Just when a frustrated Lucy is ready to give up on friendship forever, an unexpected animal stops by and loves her exactly the way she is. This funny, heartwarming story is a perfect reminder that you cannot force friendship, but the right friend will always appreciate your true colors.
Animals Fiction Friendship Humor Making New Friends Picture Books
6-8 Years 32 Pages
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Penguin is tired of walking everywhere. But more than that, he is tired of getting pooped on by flying geese! When a particularly messy accident happens from above, Penguin decides he isn't just going to get angry—he is going to do something about it. Gathering his fellow flightless bird friends, including an ostrich and a kiwi, Penguin hatches a brilliant plan. Together, they are going to build a magnificent flying machine so they can finally experience the bird's-eye view they have always dreamed of. But inventing an airplane is no easy task, and flying it right into a massive thunderstorm is even harder! Join this determined flock of birds as they use teamwork, creativity, and a lot of courage to take to the skies in this hilarious, high-flying adventure.
Animals Birds Fiction Humor Inventions Picture Books
6-8 Years 40 Pages
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Shipwrecked on a remote island, Roz the robot learned how to survive in the wild, befriending the animals and even adopting an orphaned goose named Brightbill. But now, Roz has been captured and returned to the civilized world. Reprogrammed and sent to work on Hilltop Farm, she must adapt to a completely new life surrounded by humans, domestic animals, and towering machines. Even as she helps her new owner's family and cares for the farm's animals, Roz cannot stop thinking about her true home. She secretly pines for her son, Brightbill, and the wild island she left behind. But escaping the farm and navigating the dangerous, bustling human world will be her greatest challenge yet. Can a robot who was built for the wild survive the perils of the city and find her way back to her family? This action-packed, heartwarming sequel explores what happens when nature and technology collide, delivering a thrilling adventure about love, survival, and finding your way home.
Adventure Animals Environment Robots Science Fiction
9-12 Years 288 Pages
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Fred loves to be naked! He romps around his house totally bare, feeling wild and free. But eventually, he romps his way right into his parents' closet and gets a brilliant idea: it is time to get dressed. First, Fred tries on his dad's clothes, but the big shirts and ties just do not feel quite right. Then he tries on his mom's clothes, and wow! The bright colors and flowing fabrics look absolutely great. He even tries on some shiny jewelry and makeup to complete his fabulous new look. When his parents finally discover him playing dress-up, they don't get mad. Instead, the whole family—even the dog!—decides to join in on the fun. This joyful, laugh-out-loud story celebrates self-expression, creativity, and the wonderful freedom of being exactly who you want to be.
Creativity Family Fiction Humor Picture Books
6-8 Years 48 Pages
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Bobby has the absolute worst teacher in the entire world. Ms. Kirby stomps around the classroom, she yells, and if you even think about throwing a paper airplane, she will take away your recess. To Bobby, she isn't just a teacher—she is a literal monster! To escape her monstrous rules, Bobby spends his weekends playing at his favorite spot in the park. But one Saturday, he makes a horrifying discovery: Ms. Kirby is sitting on his favorite bench! Forced to spend the afternoon with his teacher outside of school, Bobby slowly realizes that she might not be as terrifying as he thought. Packed with hilarious details and clever illustrations, this heartwarming story proves that sometimes, people—and even teachers—are not always the monsters they seem to be.
Fiction Humor Imagination Monsters Picture Books School Life
6-8 Years 40 Pages
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An Illustrated Picture Book Adaptation of The Wild Robot

By: Peter Brown
Meet Roz, a special robot who wasn't built for the wild. But when she wakes up stranded on a beautiful, untamed island, she has to learn how to survive! You'll follow Roz as she discovers all about nature from the clever animals who live there. From mischievous otters to wise geese, they teach her how to find food, build shelter, and even speak their language. As Roz learns to adapt to her new home, she starts to feel a wonderful connection to the island and its wild inhabitants. Will this unexpected place become her true home? Join Roz on an amazing adventure filled with stunning illustrations that bring her journey to life. This heartwarming story shows how even a robot can find friendship and belonging in the most surprising places.
Adventure Animals Fiction Islands Nature Robots
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 48 Pages
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By: Peter Brown
Chowder the bulldog is back, and this time he is heading off to the Fabu Pooch Boot Camp! Chowder is a wonderfully weird dog with some very quirky habits, so it is no surprise that he just doesn't quite fit in with the perfectly groomed, fancy dogs at camp. When the First Annual Fabu Pooch Pageant is announced, the stakes are higher than ever—the grand prize is a one-year supply of delicious Snarf Snacks! While the other pups are busy practicing their pearly grins, getting relaxing massages, and even getting perms, Chowder anxiously tries to figure out a way to stand out from the pack. Everything changes when he discovers a trampoline. He leaps, he flips, he bounces, and he just might wow the crowd! Jump into this hilarious, heartwarming story about celebrating what makes you uniquely fabulous.
Animals Dogs Fiction Humor Pets Picture Books
6-8 Years 36 Pages
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The Wild Robot

The Wild Robot

By: Peter Brown
When a cargo ship sinks in a fierce storm, a single crate washes ashore on a remote, untamed island. Inside is Rozzum unit 7134—or Roz for short. When the robot opens her eyes for the very first time, she discovers she is completely alone in a wild, unfamiliar wilderness. With no memory of how she got there and no idea what her purpose is, Roz knows only one thing: she must survive. After narrowly escaping a vicious bear attack and battling the harsh elements, Roz realizes that her best chance at staying alive is to study the island's hostile animal inhabitants. Slowly, she learns their habits, mimics their behaviors, and even begins to adopt an orphaned gosling. As the animals gradually accept her, the wild island truly becomes her home. But just as Roz finds peace in nature, her mysterious, mechanical past comes back to hunt her down. This heartwarming and action-packed adventure explores the beautiful, unexpected collision of technology and the natural world.
Action Adventure Animals Environment Nature Robots Science Fiction
9-12 Years 13-18 Years 288 Pages
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By: Peter Brown
When Lucy the bear is out exploring the woods, she finds the cutest, most unusual little creature she has ever seen. It has no fur, walks on two legs, and makes a funny little squeak sound. It is a human boy! Lucy immediately names him Squeaker and begs her mother to let her keep him. Her mother warns her that children make terrible pets, but Lucy is determined to prove her wrong. She tries to train Squeaker, feed him, and play with him, but having a pet boy turns out to be a lot harder—and messier—than she ever imagined. Squeaker is impossible to potty train and refuses to eat his food! This hilarious, role-reversing picture book will have you laughing out loud as Lucy discovers the wild truth about taking care of a pet.
Animals Family Fiction Humor Pets Picture Books
6-8 Years 40 Pages
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By: Aaron Reynolds , Peter Brown
Jasper Rabbit is not a little bunny anymore. He is big, he is brave, and he is definitely not afraid of the dark. So when he spots a pair of neon green, glowing underwear at the store, he just has to have them. But once the lights go out at bedtime, those cool new undies suddenly look a lot more sinister. They glow with a creepy, ghoulish green light that keeps Jasper wide awake. Deciding he has had enough, Jasper tries everything he can think of to get rid of the terrifying underwear. He throws them away, he mails them to China, and he even tries cutting them into tiny pieces. But no matter what he does, the creepy underwear always finds a way back to his bedroom! You will be giggling and shivering at the same time as you follow Jasper's hilarious battle against his own glowing laundry in this spooky, laugh-out-loud adventure.
Animals Humor Problem Solving Bedtime Stories Picture Books
6-8 Years 48 Pages
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By: Aaron Reynolds , Peter Brown
Jasper Rabbit loves carrots. He eats them on the way to school, on the way to Little League, and especially when he visits Crackenhopper Field, where the fattest, crispiest carrots grow. But one day, Jasper starts to feel like he is being followed. He hears the sinister scrape-scrape-scrape of carrots creeping up behind him. He sees their orange shapes lurking in the shadows. Are the creepy carrots real, or is Jasper's imagination running wild? This hilarious and slightly spooky picture book will have you laughing out loud as one greedy rabbit finally gets his comeuppance. It is a perfectly playful mystery that shows what happens when your favorite snack decides to bite back!
Animals Food Humor Imagination Mystery Picture Books
6-8 Years 40 Pages
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Creepy Tales!

Creepy Crayon!

By: Aaron Reynolds , Peter Brown
Schoolwork can be tough, but what if you found a magical tool that did all the hard work for you? When Jasper Rabbit discovers a mysterious purple crayon, he thinks all his problems are solved. This is no ordinary art supply. The creepy crayon is perfectly happy to write his spelling words, finish his math problems, and even draw his art projects! At first, Jasper is absolutely thrilled to get perfect grades without lifting a finger. But soon, you will see that this helpful little crayon has a mind of its own, and it does not want to stop coloring. As the crayon starts taking over his life, Jasper realizes that taking the easy way out might be the biggest mistake of all. Get ready for a spooky, silly adventure as Jasper tries to escape the grip of his overly helpful school supply!
Animals Humor Magic Picture Books School Life
6-8 Years 48 Pages
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Creepy Carrots!; Creepy Pair of Underwear!; Creepy Crayon!

By: Aaron Reynolds , Peter Brown
Get ready for a delightfully spooky adventure with everyone's favorite paranoid bunny! Jasper Rabbit has a serious knack for getting himself into bizarre, eerie, and downright creepy situations. Whether he is being stalked by a patch of sinister carrots, panicked by a glowing pair of petrifying underwear, or haunted by a horribly helpful purple crayon, Jasper's life is always full of spooky surprises. This collectible boxed set brings together three hilarious, spine-tingling stories that will have you laughing and shivering at the same time. Follow Jasper as he tries to outsmart the strange things that go bump in the night, only to discover that his creepy problems might just have hilarious solutions. Packed with mystery, humor, and brilliant illustrations, this collection is perfect for readers who love a good, silly scare!
Animals Anthologies Fiction Humor Mystery Picture Books
6-8 Years 136 Pages
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By: Kiersten White , Maureen Johnson , David Levithan , Lemony Snicket , Rebecca Stead , Liz Braswell , Barry Lyga , Libba Bray , Sara Shepard , Peter Brown , Melissa De La Cruz , Jon Scieszka , Margaux Froley , Claudia Gabel , Michelle Gagnon , Adam Gidwitz , Anna Godbersen , Julia Mayer , Rebecca Gibel , Aimee Friedman , Gayle Forman , Jacquelyn Mitchard , Lauren Myracle , Lev Grossman , Ned Vizzini , Todd Strasser , Jennifer E. Smith , Jordan Sonnenblick , Robin Wasserman , Michelle Zink , Susane Colasanti , Sarah Beth Durst , Lindsey Kelk , Lauren Oliver , Natalie Standiford , Melissa C. Walker , Jen Calonita , Adele Griffin , J.R. Angelella , Kate Angelella , Jennifer Belle , Steve Brezenoff , Elise Broach , Patrick Carman , Elizabeth Craft , Julia DeVillers , Paige Pooler , Larry Doyle , Dave Eggers , Daniel Ehrenhaft , Elizabeth Eulberg , Helen Fitzgerald
Prepare for a literary whodunit like no other! When the notoriously unpleasant book editor Herman Mildew is found murdered, the guest list for his last party becomes a suspect list of epic proportions. Over eighty of your favorite young adult and children's authors, from Jon Scieszka to John Green, find themselves under the magnifying glass. Each author must provide an alibi, but there's a catch: every single one of them is a fabulist, a storyteller with something to hide. Dive into this star-studded anthology where every alibi is a twisted tale, and the truth is buried under layers of creative deception. Can you piece together the clues from these unreliable narrators and figure out who finally silenced the cantankerous Mildew? This collection of short, intriguing mysteries offers a unique challenge, blending humor and suspense as you try to solve the ultimate literary puzzle.
Anthologies Fiction Humor Mystery Problem Solving Short Stories
13-18 Years 373 Pages
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