Book Series · 3 Books

Baloney and Friends Books

In order from Baloney and Friends to Dream Big!.

Greg Pizzoli's easy-to-read comics star cheerful Baloney, empathetic Peanut, sensible Bizz, and grumpy Krabbit in short stories about friendship, creativity, feelings, and making each other laugh.

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Baloney and Friends
Going Up!
Dream Big!
Baloney and Friends
Going Up!
Reading order

How to Read Baloney and Friends

Read Baloney and Friends, Going Up!, and Dream Big! in publication order to meet the four friends and follow their recurring jokes. Because each volume is built from short episodes and mini-comics, children can also start with any book they find appealing.

Drawing prompts and playful breaks invite children to make comics rather than treating reading as a one-way activity.

Sources: Hachette's official Baloney & Friends order, Greg Pizzoli's official bibliography.

For parents

What Parents Should Know

The stories use mild bickering, exaggerated disappointment, grumpiness, and slapstick, but the four personalities remain affectionate friends. Problems are brief and the emotional stakes are reassuringly small.

Large panels, limited text, repetition, and visual punch lines make the books approachable for newly independent readers. Creative prompts also make them especially useful for children who like to draw or invent their own stories.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Baloney and Friends
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1248
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2020

Baloney and Friends

By Greg Pizzoli

A group of friends have various adventures together.

96 pages· 1,530 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
$12.99Save 4%
Hardcover
Summary: Baloney the pig and his quirky pals—Peanut the horse, Bizz the bumblebee, and grumpy Krabbit—embark on hilarious adventures. From questionable magic tricks to conquering the swimming pool, these tales capture the essence of childhood fun. Will Baloney's antics bring laughter or chaos? Dive into this vibrant graphic novel and find out!
In reading order

Baloney and Friends Series

3 books · Published 2020–2023

#1
Baloney and Friends
#1 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1248

Baloney and Friends

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2020

A group of friends have various adventures together.

#2
Going Up!
#2 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1248

Going Up!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

Join Baloney and friends on whimsical adventures filled with laughter and discovery.

#3
Dream Big!
#3 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$759

Dream Big!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023

Four animal friends face hilarious challenges on their quest for fun and creativity.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Baloney and Friends series?

There are 3 books in the Baloney and Friends series. It began with Baloney and Friends in 2020, and the newest book, Dream Big!, was published in 2023.

What order should you read the Baloney and Friends books in?

Start with Baloney and Friends and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Baloney and Friends books best for?

The series is best for ages 5–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Baloney and Friends book is the longest?

Dream Big! (Book #3) is the longest book in the series at 1,539 words (96 pages).

Which Baloney and Friends book is the shortest?

Going Up! (Book #2) is the shortest at 1,524 words (96 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The people who bring Baloney and Friends to life.

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Greg Pizzoli

Author & Illustrator

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