Author Profile
Ryan T. Higgins
23 Books
Ryan T. Higgins is a #1 New York Times best-selling author and illustrator of children's picture books, best known for his wildly popular "Mother Bruce" series. His stories frequently feature grumpy but endearing animal characters, pairing dry, relatable humor with vibrant and expressive artwork. Through engaging storytelling and memorable protagonists like Bruce the bear, Higgins has created a beloved catalog of works that consistently delight both young readers and adults.
Mother Bruce
Beach Bummer
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Fiction
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Mother Bruce
Hey, Bruce!
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Fiction
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Mother Bruce
Goodnight, Bruce
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Family
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Mother Bruce
Mother Bruce
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Birds
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Mother Bruce
Bruce and the Legend of Soggy Hollow
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Family
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Mother Bruce
Santa Bruce
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Fiction
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Penelope Rex
Penelope Rex and the Problem with Pets
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Dinosaurs
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Mother Bruce
The Bruce Swap
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Family
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Elephant & Piggie Like Reading!
What About Worms!?
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Courage
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Penelope Rex
We Don't Eat Our Classmates!
Ryan T. Higgins
Dinosaurs
Humor
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Be Quiet!
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Communication
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Mother Bruce
1 Grumpy Bruce: A Counting Board Book
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Fiction
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Penelope Rex
We Don't Lose Our Class Goldfish
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Humor
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Penelope Rex
We Will Rock Our Classmates
Ryan T. Higgins
Courage
Dinosaurs
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Mother Bruce
Peek-A-Bruce
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Fiction
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Mother Bruce
Spring Stinks
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Fiction
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Mother Bruce
Out Cold
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Empathy
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Mother Bruce
Bruce's Big Storm
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Empathy
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Mother Bruce
Bruce's Big Move
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Family
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Mother Bruce
Thanks for Nothing
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Fiction
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Norman
Norman and the Smell of Adventure
Ryan T. Higgins
Adventure
Animals
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Norman
Norman Didn't Do It!: (Yes, He Did)
Ryan T. Higgins
Animals
Emotions
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Mother Bruce
Hotel Bruce
Ryan T. Higgins, Muntsa Fernández
Animals
Fiction
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Mother Bruce
Beach Bummer
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
It is a beautiful summer beach day in Soggy Hollow, and the entire forest is ready to enjoy some fun in the bright sun. Everyone is excited, except for Bruce the bear. To Bruce, the beach is an absolute nightmare! The sun is way too hot, the wind keeps blowing things around, and the scratchy sand seems to get into absolutely everything. While his friends splash in the water and build sandcastles, Bruce just wants to find a cool, quiet spot in the shade and do absolutely nothing at all. Join this hilariously grumpy bear as he tries to survive the worst season of the year, counting down the days until autumn finally returns.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Hey, Bruce!
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Bruce the bear just wants to take a quiet nap, but his fun-loving mice friends have a completely different plan! Rupert, Thistle, and Nibbs are ready for an adventure, and they need your help to make it happen.
In this hilarious interactive story, you are in charge of the action. The mice will give you silly instructions to follow as you read. You will need to turn the pages, flip the book upside down, and shake things up to send a very grumpy Bruce tumbling and flying through the story. You might even find him staring right up your nose!
Get ready to giggle out loud as you control what happens next. Packed with funny surprises and fantastic artwork, this unique book invites you to play along and create a wild, unforgettable reading experience with everyone's favorite reluctant bear.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Goodnight, Bruce
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
It is finally bedtime in Soggy Hollow, but getting to sleep is the last thing on anyone's mind. Bruce the bear is ready for some peace and quiet, but his energetic family of mice and geese have completely different plans. They would much rather watch late-night monster movies, build model airplanes, and eat massive bowls of ice cream! As the night drags on, Bruce tries everything he can to get his chaotic family tucked into bed. If you have ever tried to stay awake past your bedtime, you will laugh out loud at the hilarious tricks these animals play to avoid going to sleep.
6-8 Years
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Mother Bruce
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Bruce is a very grumpy bear who likes to keep to himself. He does not like sunny days, he does not like cute animals, and he definitely does not like surprises. What he does like is cooking fancy recipes with eggs! But one day, his breakfast takes an unexpected turn when his goose eggs hatch into four fluffy goslings. Even worse, the little birds take one look at the grumpy bear and decide he is their mother! No matter how hard Bruce tries to get rid of them, the goslings refuse to leave his side. Now, this grumpy loner must figure out how to raise a flock of demanding geese who want to do everything from migrating south to practicing ballet. Get ready to laugh out loud at this hilarious story about an accidental family and the funny ways love sneaks up on you.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Bruce and the Legend of Soggy Hollow
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Bruce the bear is not a fan of Halloween, but his quirky family of mice and geese are determined to change his mind! The residents of Soggy Hollow are buzzing with excitement, ready to celebrate the spookiest night of the year. To get everyone into the festive spirit, they decide to tell a thrilling, chilling story. As the mice and geese spin their spooky tale, poor Bruce finds himself swept up in their hilarious holiday antics. You and your young reader will laugh out loud as the grumpy bear tries his best to avoid the Halloween fun, only to be outsmarted by his enthusiastic adopted family. Packed with silly moments and charming illustrations, this delightful adventure perfectly captures the joy of the season. It is a wonderful, not-too-scary treat for anyone who loves a good laugh.
6-8 Years
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Santa Bruce
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Bruce is a very grumpy bear who loves to cook and take care of his geese, but he is definitely not Santa Claus. Unfortunately, the rest of the forest animals do not seem to know that! When Bruce puts on his warm red winter hat and long underwear to fight the cold, the youngest woodland creatures mistake him for jolly old Saint Nick. Before he knows what is happening, a massive line of animals forms, all waiting to tell him their special Christmas wishes. No matter how much he grumbles and complains, Bruce just cannot seem to convince them that he is simply a bear trying to survive the winter. Get ready for a hilarious holiday mix-up that will keep you laughing from start to finish.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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Penelope Rex
Penelope Rex and the Problem with Pets
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Most kids have normal pets like dogs, cats, fish, or guinea pigs. But Penelope Rex is not most kids, and she definitely does not have a normal pet. Meet Mittens: a six-hundred-pound saber-toothed tiger with six-inch-long teeth! Penelope was not even sure she wanted a pet when Mittens first came into her life. But now that he is here, she is absolutely determined to make the best of it. Unfortunately, having a prehistoric predator in the house can cause very big, very messy problems. From giant claw marks to massive messes, Penelope quickly discovers that taking care of an animal is a lot of hard work. Join everyone's favorite dinosaur as she navigates the wild challenges and surprising rewards of pet ownership in this hilarious, roar-tastic adventure!
6-8 Years
N/A
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Mother Bruce
The Bruce Swap
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Living with Bruce the bear can be a little exhausting because he is always so grumpy. His family of mice and geese often wish he would lighten up and enjoy himself. But when Bruce's cheerful and energetic cousin Kevin comes for a surprise visit, the family gets exactly what they asked for, and maybe a whole lot more! Kevin brings non-stop fun, wild games, and endless excitement to their quiet home. Soon, the family realizes that having a fun bear around is actually a lot of work. You will laugh out loud as they discover that sometimes, a grumpy and predictable bear is exactly what you need.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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Elephant & Piggie Like Reading!
What About Worms!?
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Tiger is a very big and incredibly tough animal who is not afraid of anything in the world. Well, almost anything. Tiger has one tiny little secret: he is completely terrified of worms! According to Tiger, worms are slippery, slimy, and hiding everywhere. They might even be hiding right inside the pages of this very book. As you turn each page, you will follow Tiger on a hilarious adventure as he tries his best to avoid these squiggly creatures. This silly story is perfect for anyone who has ever been a little bit afraid of something small, proving that even the biggest and toughest animals get scared sometimes.
6-8 Years
64 Pages
N/A
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Penelope Rex
We Don't Eat Our Classmates!
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Penelope Rex is a little dinosaur with a very big problem. It is her first day of school, and she is incredibly excited to meet her new classmates. But when she walks into the classroom, she discovers a huge surprise. All of her classmates are human children. For a growing T-Rex, it is terribly hard to make human friends when they look so incredibly delicious. Penelope simply cannot resist taking a little bite, which quickly lands her in trouble. You will laugh out loud as this eager dinosaur tries her best to control her appetite and learn the rules of school. It is not until Penelope gets a surprising taste of her own medicine that she finally understands what it means to be a good friend. Join Penelope on a hilarious adventure about fitting in and learning that friends are for playing, not for snacking.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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Do you love books with amazing pictures and not too many words? Rupert the mouse sure does! He dreams of creating the most beautiful, visually stunning, and totally wordless picture book ever. Imagine: pages filled with incredible scenery, fantastic style, and not a single peep from anyone. Rupert has so many ideas about what makes a perfect silent story.
But there's just one tiny problem... his friends! They are super excited to help him, but they just can't stop talking! How can Rupert make a truly quiet book when his pals keep chattering, discussing every little thing, and making all sorts of noise? Join Rupert on his hilarious adventure as he tries to find some peace and quiet, and maybe even discover a new kind of perfect book along the way. Get ready to giggle as Rupert tries his best to make everyone *be quiet!*
6-8 Years
N/A
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Counting has never been this hilariously frustrating! Follow along with one very grumpy bear named Bruce as his quiet day is completely ruined by a growing number of uninvited guests. First come the skunks, then the mice who decide to throw a wild party, and the guest list just keeps getting longer and longer. As you count your way through the pages, you will watch Bruce lose his patience with every new animal that crowds into his home. This laugh-out-loud counting adventure is filled with silly characters and non-stop chaos, making it the perfect way to practice your numbers while enjoying a wonderfully funny story.
6-8 Years
24 Pages
N/A
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Penelope Rex
We Don't Lose Our Class Goldfish
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Penelope Rex is a very brave dinosaur, but she has one giant fear. She is absolutely terrified of Walter, the class goldfish. When her teacher announces that every student will take a turn bringing Walter home for the weekend, Penelope's anxious imagination goes into overdrive. She is sure the fish is ominously licking his lips at her. The weekend gets off to a very bumpy start, complete with a sleepless night where Walter's bowl seems to creep closer and closer to her bed. But the real panic begins when Walter suddenly goes missing. Now, Penelope must dig deep and face her biggest, fishiest fear to find her aquatic classmate. Along the way, she might just discover that there is a lot more to Walter than his chomping jaws. This hilarious and heartwarming story perfectly captures the wild worries of childhood and the courage it takes to overcome them.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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Penelope Rex
We Will Rock Our Classmates
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Penelope the T. Rex knows deep in her heart that she was born to be a massive rock star. She loves playing her guitar and singing as loud as she can. The only problem is that her school friends just see her as a regular dinosaur, and she is feeling a little nervous about sharing her true talents at the school talent show. Taking the stage in front of everyone is incredibly scary, especially when you are worried about what your classmates might think. Join Penelope as she finds the courage to step into the spotlight and show the whole school who she really is. This funny and encouraging story proves that you should always let your true talents shine.
6-8 Years
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Peek-A-Bruce
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Bruce the bear just wants a few moments of peace and quiet, but his energetic little goslings have a completely different plan. They are ready for a fun game of hide and seek, and they are determined to find their grumpy bear father no matter where he tries to hide! You get to join the hunt as you search for Bruce across every single page. Look closely behind the trees, inside the den, and anywhere else a large, unhappy bear might try to squeeze himself into. This interactive adventure is packed with silly hiding spots and delightful surprises that will keep you guessing and giggling as you try to track down the forest's grumpiest resident.
6-8 Years
24 Pages
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Spring Stinks
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Spring has finally arrived in the forest, and Ruth the cheerful rabbit could not be happier. She loves the beautiful blooming flowers, the fresh green grass, and all the wonderful smells the season brings. She is determined to share her joy with Bruce the bear, dragging him along to sniff every single delightful scent they can find. There is just one big problem: Bruce does not think spring smells wonderful at all. In fact, he thinks spring stinks! Follow this hilarious duo as they explore the forest and discover that not everyone appreciates the same things. It is a wonderfully silly adventure that will have you laughing at Bruce's grumpy reactions to the great outdoors.
6-8 Years
28 Pages
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Out Cold
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Winter has covered Soggy Hollow in a beautiful blanket of white snow, and the energetic mice are taking full advantage of the weather. They are outside building snow families, ski jumping, and ice skating all day long. But Bruce the bear is stuck inside feeling miserable with a bad winter cold. Because the mice love their grumpy bear friend so much, they decide to do something incredibly thoughtful and completely disastrous: they bring all the winter fun right inside the house! Get ready for a hilarious mess as the mice try to cheer Bruce up with indoor snowball fights and slippery ice. This funny winter story proves that good friends will do absolutely anything to make you feel better.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Bruce's Big Storm
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Bruce the bear already shares his cramped home with a noisy family of geese and mice, and he really does not want any more roommates. But when a massive, howling storm suddenly hits the forest, the rest of the woodland animals find themselves shivering out in the rain. One by one, they come knocking on Bruce's door looking for a safe and dry place to wait out the bad weather. Even though he grumbles and complains, Bruce has to open his doors and let the giant crowd of wet animals inside. You will laugh out loud as this grumpy bear tries to maintain order in a house completely overflowing with unexpected guests during the wildest storm of the year.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Bruce's Big Move
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Bruce the bear is at his absolute breaking point. His den is completely overrun by four honking geese and three incredibly rowdy mice who never seem to stop playing and causing chaos. Desperate for a little peace and quiet, Bruce packs his bags and decides it is time to move to a brand new, completely rodent-free home. He travels across the wilderness hoping to find the perfect relaxing spot where he can finally be alone. But as Bruce soon discovers, moving away from your problems is never quite as simple as it seems. Follow along on this hilarious journey to see if a grumpy bear can ever truly escape the wild and crazy family that loves him.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Thanks for Nothing
By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Fall has arrived in Soggy Hollow, and the mice are feeling incredibly thankful for everything around them. But Bruce the bear is not feeling very thankful at all. In fact, he is quite tired of all this thanking! As the mice celebrate the autumn season with all their favorite fall activities, they try their hardest to get their grumpy bear friend to join in the fun. Will Bruce finally discover something to be thankful for, or will he just remain his usual grumpy self? This hilarious story is perfect for anyone who loves autumn, silly animal antics, and a bear who just wants to be left alone.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
N/A
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By:
Ryan T. Higgins
Norman is a small porcupine whose absolute best friend in the entire world is a large, quiet tree named Mildred. They spend all their time together, but Norman has recently started dreaming of setting out into the wild to find a thrilling adventure. Leaving Mildred behind is incredibly difficult, but Norman packs his things and bravely marches into the unknown woods. Along the way, he encounters strange new sights, funny animals, and plenty of unexpected challenges. However, as the adventure continues, Norman starts to realize that exploring the world is not nearly as fun when you do not have your best friend by your side. Join Norman on a sweet and funny journey about exploration and the true meaning of friendship.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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Norman the porcupine and Mildred the tree are the very best of friends. They do everything together, and Norman loves having Mildred all to himself. But everything changes when a tiny new tree suddenly sprouts out of the ground right next to Mildred. As the new tree starts to grow bigger and closer to his best friend, Norman feels a sharp twinge of jealousy. He does not want to share Mildred with anyone else! In a moment of panic, Norman decides to take matters into his own paws and act out against the new arrival. You will laugh and learn alongside Norman as he navigates the complicated feelings of jealousy and discovers what it truly means to be a good friend.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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Mother Bruce
Hotel Bruce
After a very long and exhausting migration trip down south, Bruce the bear just wants to return to his quiet den and sleep. But when he finally opens his front door, he is completely shocked to find that three sneaky mice have transformed his cozy home into a bustling woodland hotel! There is a wild possum pillow fight happening in the living room, a fox trying to trick guests in the kitchen, and a whole crew of sleepy critters hogging Bruce's own bed. No matter how loudly he growls, the entrepreneurial mice refuse to close their new business. Get ready for non-stop laughs as Bruce tries everything in his power to kick the guests out and reclaim his peaceful home.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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