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Dirk Bones Books

In order from Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House to Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Missing Books.

The Dirk Bones series is a set of 2 picture books by Doug Cushman, published between 2006 and 2009. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House
Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Missing Books
Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House
Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House
Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Missing Books
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House

By Doug Cushman

In a haunted town, mysterious sounds terrify ghosts. Can reporter Dirk Bones solve the eerie mystery?

32 pages· 746 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
Hardcover
Summary: In Ghostly, a town where every house is haunted, two ghosts are spooked by strange noises. Reporter Dirk Bones, known for solving mysteries while writing for The Ghostly Tombs, takes on the case. As he delves into the bizarre sounds, Dirk encounters quirky, creepy creatures, uncovering layers of mystery. What are these sounds, and who—or what—is behind them? Dirk's investigation promises unexpected twists in a town brimming with supernatural surprises.
The complete set

Dirk Bones Series

2 books · Published 2006–2009

Series
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Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

In a haunted town, mysterious sounds terrify ghosts. Can reporter Dirk Bones solve the eerie mystery?

Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Missing Books

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Books vanish in Ghostly. Can reporter Dirk solve the mystery with just a spotted leaf as a clue?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Dirk Bones series?

There are 2 books in the Dirk Bones series. It began with Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House in 2006, and the newest book, Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Missing Books, was published in 2009.

What ages are the Dirk Bones books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Dirk Bones book is the longest?

Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House is the longest book in the series at 746 words (32 pages).

Which Dirk Bones book is the shortest?

Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Missing Books is the shortest at 742 words (30 pages).

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Dirk Bones to life.

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Doug Cushman

Author & Illustrator

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