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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019
What Is the Story of Hello Kitty?
Discover the global journey of a beloved cartoon icon.
112 pages· 7,323 words· Est. 1 hour read
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Book Series · 25 Books
What Is the Story of . . . ? Books
In order from What Is the Story of Hello Kitty? to What Is the Story of Cinderella?. Part of Who Was . . . ?.
The What Is the Story of . . . ? series is a set of 25 chapter books by Who HQ, published between 2019 and 2025. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 110 pages.
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
The complete set
What Is the Story of . . . ? Series
25 books · Published 2019–2025
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What Is the Story of Hello Kitty?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019
Discover the global journey of a beloved cartoon icon.
Sale price
$674
What Is the Story of Scooby-Doo?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
Discover how a scaredy-cat dog and friends became global icons.
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$759
What Is the Story of Frankenstein?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
Discover the origins and evolution of Frankenstein's monster.
Series
Graphic Nov.
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$674
What Is the Story of Wonder Woman?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
Discover the origins of a legendary superheroine fighting for truth and equality.
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$759
What Is the Story of Doctor Who?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019
Uncover the secrets of a time-traveling hero and their epic battles across the universe.
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$674
What Is the Story of The Wizard of Oz?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
Discover the origins and evolution of the timeless tale of Oz.
Series
Graphic Nov.
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$759
What Is the Story of Batman?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020
Uncover the legend of Batman, the hero without superpowers.
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$759
What Is the Story of Looney Tunes?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020
The Looney Tunes characters are introduced and their history is explored.
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$759
What Is the Story of Dracula?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020
Uncover Dracula's dark secret and his rise to pop culture fame.
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$759
What Is the Story of Alice in Wonderland?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2021
Discover how Alice's whimsical journey became a timeless classic.
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$759
What Is the Story of Willy Wonka?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2021
Discover the enchanting journey of Willy Wonka from book to screen.
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$759
What Is the Story of the Mummy?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2021
Uncover the Mummy's origins and the curse that haunts him.
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$674
What Is the Story of Captain Kirk?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021
Discover how Kirk became a legendary space hero in Starfleet's storied history.
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$759
What Is the Story of Ebenezer Scrooge?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022
Discover how a miser's ghostly encounters transform him into a holiday hero.
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$759
What Is the Story of Transformers?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022
Discover the epic journey of toys turned heroes in the Transformers saga.
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$759
What Is the Story of Nancy Drew?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023
Discover the origins of a timeless teenage detective who inspires generations.
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$759
What Is the Story of Captain Picard?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023
Explore the journey of a legendary starship captain navigating space and inspiring hope.
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$759
What Is the Story of Anne of Green Gables?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023
Discover the adventures of an orphan girl in Avonlea, capturing hearts with her imagination and spirit.
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$759
What Is the Story of the Headless Horseman?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2023
A schoolteacher must confront a headless horseman in a small town in New York.
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$759
What Is the Story of Jurassic World?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023
Dinosaurs roam again, challenging humanity's coexistence in a thrilling world.
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$759
What Is the Story of Romeo and Juliet?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2023
Uncover the origins of Romeo and Juliet's timeless tale.
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$759
What Is the Story of Godzilla?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2024
Discover the epic journey of Godzilla, the legendary monster awakened by nuclear radiation.
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$759
What Is the Story of My Little Pony?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2024
Discover the magical journey of My Little Pony from toys to beloved icons.
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$759
What Is the Story of Smokey Bear?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2024
Discover the legendary journey of Smokey Bear and his role in fire safety.
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$759
What Is the Story of Cinderella?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025
Discover Cinderella's origins and her journey through cultures and time.
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the What Is the Story of . . . ? series?
There are 25 books in the What Is the Story of . . . ? series. It began with What Is the Story of Hello Kitty? in 2019, and the newest book, What Is the Story of Cinderella?, was published in 2025.
What ages are the What Is the Story of . . . ? books best for?
The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
The people
The Creatives Behind the Books
The people who bring What Is the Story of . . . ? to life.
01
Who HQ
Author
WH
02
Kirsten Anderson
Author
KA
03
Jill Weber
Illustrator
JW
04
M. D. Payne
Author
MP
05
Andrew Thomson
Illustrator
AT
06
Sheila Keenan
Author
SK
07
David Malan
Illustrator
DM
08
Jake Murray
Author & Illustrator
JM
09
Gabriel P. Cooper
Author
GC
10
Gregory Copeland
Illustrator
GC
11
Robert Squier
Illustrator
RS
12
Michael Burgan
Author
MB
13
John Hinderliter
Illustrator
JH
14
Dana M. Rau
Author
DR
15
Carlos Basabe
Illustrator
CB
16
Brandon T. Snider
Author
BS
17
Ted Hammond
Illustrator
TH
18
Dede Putra
Illustrator
DP
19
David Stabler
Author
DS
20
Ellen Labrecque
Author
EL
21
Laurie A. Conley
Illustrator
LC
22
Jim Gigliotti
Author
JG
23
Max Bisantz
Author
MB
24
Kirsten Mayer
Author
KM
25
Dana Meachen Rau
Author
DR
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