Book Series · 8 Books

Anna, Banana Books

In order from Anna, Banana, and the Friendship Split to Anna, Banana, and the Magic Show Mix-Up.

The Anna, Banana series is a set of 8 chapter books by Anica Mrose Rissi, published between 2015 and 2019. Written for ages 6–10, most books run about 130 pages.

Anna, Banana, and the Friendship Split
Anna, Banana, and the Monkey in the Middle
Anna, Banana, and the Big-Mouth Bet
Anna, Banana, and the Puppy Parade
Anna, Banana, and the Little Lost Kitten
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Anna, Banana, and the Friendship Split
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$1697
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

Anna, Banana, and the Friendship Split

By Anica Mrose Rissi, Meg Park (Illustrator)

A birthday surprise turns friendship into turmoil. Can Anna mend the rift with Sadie?

128 pages· 11,216 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Summary: Anna's birthday takes a turn when her best friend Sadie suddenly becomes distant, claiming Anna's new necklace and causing a rift. With her loyal dog Banana by her side, Anna navigates the confusion, seeking advice from family and friends. Can she uncover the truth and repair their friendship, or is it beyond saving? Discover the challenges of standing up for oneself and the true meaning of friendship in this heartwarming tale.
The complete set

Anna, Banana Series

8 books · Published 2015–2019

Anna, Banana, and the Friendship Split
Series
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$1697

Anna, Banana, and the Friendship Split

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

A birthday surprise turns friendship into turmoil. Can Anna mend the rift with Sadie?

Anna, Banana, and the Monkey in the Middle
Series
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$1697

Anna, Banana, and the Monkey in the Middle

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2015

Anna is caught between friends on a zoo trip. Can she keep the peace?

Anna, Banana, and the Big-Mouth Bet
Series
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$1697

Anna, Banana, and the Big-Mouth Bet

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2015

A high-stakes bet with the class clown could lead to Anna's ultimate embarrassment.

Anna, Banana, and the Puppy Parade
Series
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$1498

Anna, Banana, and the Puppy Parade

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2016

A young girl and her friends prepare for a dog parade with her beloved dog Banana.

Anna, Banana, and the Little Lost Kitten
Series
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$674

Anna, Banana, and the Little Lost Kitten

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2017

A lost kitten sparks a tricky rescue mission. Can Anna and friends find it a home?

Anna, Banana, and the Recipe for Disaster
Series
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$674

Anna, Banana, and the Recipe for Disaster

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2018

Jealousy sours a bake sale friendship. Can Anna find the recipe for harmony?

Anna, Banana, and the Sleepover Secret
Series
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$574

Anna, Banana, and the Sleepover Secret

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2018

A broken vase threatens to ruin a sleepover. Can Anna keep the secret?

Anna, Banana, and the Magic Show Mix-Up
Series
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$674

Anna, Banana, and the Magic Show Mix-Up

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2019

Can Anna and friends master magic tricks before their big show, or will chaos reign?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Anna, Banana series?

There are 8 books in the Anna, Banana series. It began with Anna, Banana, and the Friendship Split in 2015, and the newest book, Anna, Banana, and the Magic Show Mix-Up, was published in 2019.

What ages are the Anna, Banana books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Anna, Banana book is the longest?

Anna, Banana, and the Magic Show Mix-Up is the longest book in the series at 15,252 words (160 pages).

Which Anna, Banana book is the shortest?

Anna, Banana, and the Big-Mouth Bet is the shortest at 10,986 words (128 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Anna, Banana to life.

01

Anica Mrose Rissi

Author
02

Meg Park

Illustrator
03

Cassey Kuo

Illustrator

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