Book Series · 3 Books

The Explorers Books

In order from The Door in the Alley to The Quest for the Kid.

The Explorers series is a set of 3 chapter books by Adrienne Kress, published between 2017 and 2019. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 380 pages.

The Door in the Alley
The Reckless Rescue
The Quest for the Kid
The Door in the Alley
The Reckless Rescue
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Door in the Alley
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

The Door in the Alley

By Adrienne Kress

An uninquisitive boy discovers a secret society, sparking a whirlwind of adventure and mystery.

320 pages· 58,513 words· Est. 7.5 hour read-aloud
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Summary: When an uninquisitive boy stumbles upon a secretive society, he unwittingly embarks on a thrilling adventure. With missing persons, hidden maps, and a girl in need of help, danger lurks at every turn. Can this unlikely hero unravel the mysteries and outsmart the villains? Dive into a world where a pig in a tiny hat is just the beginning of a wild, humorous journey filled with twists and surprises. The Explorers: The Door in the Alley promises laughter and excitement for young readers ready to explore the unknown.
The complete set

The Explorers Series

3 books · Published 2017–2019

Series
Sale price
$1597

The Door in the Alley

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

An uninquisitive boy discovers a secret society, sparking a whirlwind of adventure and mystery.

The Reckless Rescue

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

A daring rescue mission unfolds as Evie races to save kidnapped Sebastian across the globe.

The Quest for the Kid

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Kidnapped again, Sebastian's fate hangs in the balance as Evie searches for her missing grandfather.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Explorers series?

There are 3 books in the Explorers series. It began with The Door in the Alley in 2017, and the newest book, The Quest for the Kid, was published in 2019.

What ages are the Explorers books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Explorers book is the longest?

The Quest for the Kid is the longest book in the series at 87,056 words (384 pages).

Which Explorers book is the shortest?

The Door in the Alley is the shortest at 58,513 words (320 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Explorers to life.

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Adrienne Kress

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