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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · October 17, 2023
The Night Before Kwanzaa
A boy eagerly awaits Kwanzaa, discovering family traditions and history.
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Children's book Illustrator
Amy Wummer
Biography
Amy Wummer is the illustrator of over fifty children’s books. In 1998 and 2007, she received the Highlights for Children Cover of the Year award. Amy has illustrated several books in “The Night Before” series. She lives in Reading, Pennsylvania.
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Kids prepare for their kindergarten graduation with excitement and anticipation.
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Celebrate July 4th with parades, BBQs, and fireworks. Will the weather cooperate?
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Two children try to catch a leprechaun on St. Patrick's Day.
At a glance
Book Stats
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Authored
51
Illustrated
10
Collaborators
Picture books
20
Chapter books
31
Publishing timeline
Books published each year, stacked by book type.
Publication timeline from 1999 to 2023.
Book mix
The share of the catalog represented by each book type.
Book type breakdown: 20 picture books, 31 chapter books.
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Complete bibliography
All Amy Wummer Books
Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.
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The Night Before Kwanzaa
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2023
A boy eagerly awaits Kwanzaa, discovering family traditions and history.
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$574
The Night Before Lunar New Year
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2022
A girl faces her fear of loud noises during Lunar New Year celebrations.
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The Night Before Second Grade
Chapter Book · Ages 7–8 · 2022
A boy eagerly awaits the surprises of second grade.
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The Night Before the Dentist
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021
A boy prepares for his dentist visit, ensuring his smile shines bright. What awaits him there?
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The Night Before the Wedding
Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021
A flower girl's excitement meets unexpected wedding day challenges.
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The Night Before Election Day
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2020
Election Day looms. Who will be the next president? A young citizen shares her perspective.
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The Night Before Groundhog Day
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
Will the groundhog see his shadow and extend winter's chill?
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Horrible Harry Says Goodbye
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2019
Doug faces losing his best friend and a mysterious new neighbor.
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The Night Before Kindergarten Graduation
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2019
Kids prepare for their kindergarten graduation with excitement and anticipation.
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$499
Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge!
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018
Field Day turns chaotic as accusations of cheating threaten friendships.
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The Night Before My First Communion
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Twins nervously prepare for their First Communion.
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The Night Before the Snow Day
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2016
Will the heavy snowfall bring a snow day adventure?
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The Night Before Class Picture Day
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2016
Can the kids stay picture-perfect for class photo day?
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Horrible Harry and the Birthday Girl
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016
Mary's birthday plans derail. Can her friends turn disaster into fun?
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The Night Before the New Pet
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2016
A family prepares for a puppy, but a surprise awaits at the shelter.
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Horrible Harry and the Top-Secret Hideout
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2015
Can Harry save his secret hideout from becoming an apartment building?
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The Night Before the Fourth of July
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2015
Celebrate July 4th with parades, BBQs, and fireworks. Will the weather cooperate?
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Horrible Harry and the Wedding Spies
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2015
Uninvited kids crash their teacher's wedding, risking chaos to save the day.
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The Night Before Hanukkah
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014
Celebrate Hanukkah's magic with family traditions and festive joy.
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Horrible Harry and the Hallway Bully
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2014
Can Harry stop a bully misusing Safety Patrol power and earn his star badge?
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The Night Before My Birthday
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014
A child's birthday excitement faces an unexpected ice cream crisis. Can the celebration be saved?
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The Case of the Buried Bones
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2014
Two young detectives must solve a 75-year-old mystery involving a missing time capsule and a skeleton.
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Horrible Harry and the Missing Diamond
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2013
A missing diamond and a talent show test Harry's detective skills.
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$674
The Case of the Locked Box
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2013
Can Milo clear Jazz's name in a school theft mystery?
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$674
The Case of the Superstar Scam
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2012
Kid detectives uncover a scam involving mysterious letters and TV show memorabilia.
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Horrible Harry and the Scarlet Scissors
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2012
A school art contest sparks rivalry and potential chaos in Room 3B.
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The Case of the Crooked Campaign
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2012
Can two kid detectives uncover who's stealing campaign ideas before Election Day?
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Horrible Harry and the June Box
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2011
A classroom heist to rescue a precious origami pig leads to unexpected chaos.
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The Night Before Preschool
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2011
A boy's first day of preschool turns nerves into excitement.
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Horrible Harry and the Secret Treasure
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2011
Kids unravel clues to uncover a suitcase's secret. Will they succeed or stumble?
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The Case of the Diamonds in the Desk
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2011
A diamond necklace appears in a school desk. Can two young detectives solve the mystery?
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The Case of the Purple Pool
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2011
A pool turns purple. Can kid detectives solve the mystery before it's too late?
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The Case of the Missing Moose
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2011
A missing mascot could cost the camp victory. Can two young detectives solve the mystery?
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Adventure Annie Goes to Kindergarten
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2010
A kindergartener's quest for adventure leads to unexpected heroics.
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The Night Before Mother's Day
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2010
Dad and kids plan a surprise to show Mom their love.
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The Case of the July 4th Jinx
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2010
A Fourth of July fair turns chaotic. Is it a jinx or sabotage? Two young detectives investigate.
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Horrible Harry Goes Cuckoo
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2010
Indoor recess chaos leads to unexpected trouble and a surprise visitor.
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The Night Before St. Patrick's Day
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009
Two children try to catch a leprechaun on St. Patrick's Day.
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$574
The Night Before New Year's
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2009
Can the family stay awake until midnight on New Year's Eve?
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$699
The Case of the Poisoned Pig
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2009
Can two young detectives stop a pig poisoner before it's too late?
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$699
The Case of the Haunted Haunted House
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2009
Two young detectives face a spooky mystery at their school's haunted house. Is it really haunted?
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The Case of the Amazing Zelda
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2009
Can two kid detectives expose a pet psychic's secrets before it's too late?
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The Case of the Stinky Socks
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2008
Can two kid detectives find the missing lucky socks before the big game?
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Horrible Harry and the Dead Letters
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2008
A mailbox mystery unfolds as Harry uncovers a thief's secret. Can he solve it before jumping to wrong conclusions?
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Valentines Are For Saying I Love You
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2007
A little girl crafts heartfelt valentines for everyone.
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The Case of Vampire Vivian
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2003
Can science explain the mysterious bats and green dogs?
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The Night Before the New Baby
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002
A family eagerly prepares for a new baby's arrival.
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Super Fast, Out of Control!
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2000
Can Marvin conquer his fear and ride down Suicide Hill, or will he wobble under pressure?
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Look! I Can Read!
Chapter Book · Ages 6–7 · 2000
A child learns to read and develops a love for books.
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Class President
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1999
A nervous student faces the president's visit and a televised Q&A. Will he find his voice or freeze under pressure?
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A Magic Crystal?
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1999
Marvin's friend has a magic crystal. Is it real or just a trick?
Creative company
Collaborators
The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Amy Wummer's books.
01
Natasha Wing
Author / 20 shared books
NW
02
Lewis B. Montgomery
Author / 12 shared books
LM
03
Suzy Kline
Author / 12 shared books
SK
04
Louis Sachar
Author / 3 shared books
LS
05
Kirsti Jewel
Author / 1 shared book
KJ
06
Lingfeng Ho
Author / 1 shared book
LH
07
Margaret Sutherland
Author / 1 shared book
MS
08
Michelle Knudsen
Author / 1 shared book
MK
09
Susan Hood
Author / 1 shared book
SH
10
Toni Buzzeo
Author / 1 shared book
TB