Children's book Author & Illustrator

Cale Atkinson

Biography

Cale Atkinson is an illustrator/writer/animator currently residing in Kelowna Canada. He claims to love tea more than sleep, which makes sense when you realize how many projects and clients he’s dealing with on a regular basis. With creative storytelling and engaging illustrations, Cale’s work has earned awards like Buzzfeed 17 Most Beautiful Books 2015, Ontario Library Association Best Bets Top 10 2015, and CBC Children’s Choice Award Finalist 2016. Cale recently spent a month in Portugal, and you can see his incredible Lisbon-inspired art on his Twitter account where he regularly updates his followers as to his coming adventures and works.

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Super Business!
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Rock Stars Don't Nap
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Super Detectives!
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Super Business!
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$1348
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · September 30, 2025

Super Business!

By Cale Atkinson

Can two friends match kids with ghosts and make everyone happy?

136 pages
4.4/5 Goodreads · 52 ratings
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Hardcover
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Where Oliver Fits

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2017

A quest for belonging reveals that fitting in isn't always the best fit.

Sir Simon

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

A ghost and a kid form an unlikely friendship while tackling chores in a haunted house.

Explorers of the Wild

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

A boy and bear face fear, explore the wild, and discover the power of friendship.

Muddy, Mud, Bud

Picture Book · Ages 5–6 · 2014

A car wash promises mud, but Bud's in for a surprise.

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Graphic Nov.
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Super Sleepover!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

A ghost and boy tackle their first sleepover's chaos and fun.

Vroom, Zoom, Bud

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2016

A race or a mud puddle? Bud must decide.

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Book Stats

13

Authored

16

Illustrated

10

Collaborators

Picture books

20

Graphic novels

5

Chapter books

1

Publishing timeline

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$1348

Super Business!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2025

Can two friends match kids with ghosts and make everyone happy?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

A ghost trap snares Chester. Can rivals unite to save him from the void?

Super Friends!
Series
Graphic Nov.
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Super Friends!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024

A ghost and boy's friendship faces a test when a new friend arrives with a surprising project idea.

Rock Stars Don't Nap

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

A young rock star must face bedtime's ultimate challenge.

Super Family!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

A boy and a ghost face unexpected challenges at a water park and ghost conference.

Super Sleepover!
Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1248

Super Sleepover!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

A ghost and boy tackle their first sleepover's chaos and fun.

Super Detectives!
Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1248

Super Detectives!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

Two friends start a detective agency and take on their first case, a mysterious pug named Roy.

Monsters 101

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

Discover the hilarious truth about monsters beyond the bed. They're not so scary after all!

Peter and the Tree Children

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

A lonely squirrel discovers the secret life of trees and finds friendship in the forest.

I Got You a Present!

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

A quest for the perfect gift leads to hilarious mishaps and a surprising solution.

Unicorns 101

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2019

Discover the hilarious truth about unicorns with mind-blowing facts and whimsical adventures.

Sir Simon
Sale price
$858

Sir Simon

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

A ghost and a kid form an unlikely friendship while tackling chores in a haunted house.

Police Officers in My Community

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2018

Discover what police officers do through a classroom visit.

Harrison P. Spader, Personal Space Invader

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2018

A boy learns the art of personal space through a catchy rhyme.

Off & Away

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2018

Jo must conquer her fear of the sea to deliver mail and discover new adventures.

Where Oliver Fits
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$1697

Where Oliver Fits

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2017

A quest for belonging reveals that fitting in isn't always the best fit.

Little Red Riding Sheep

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

A sheep stars in a classic tale, but can he handle the woods?

The Day Santa Stopped Believing in Harold

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

Santa doubts Harold's existence and devises a plan to uncover the truth.

Maxwell the Monkey Barber

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2016

A monkey barber faces his toughest challenge: styling an elephant with no hair. Can he find a solution?

Explorers of the Wild
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$1597

Explorers of the Wild

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

A boy and bear face fear, explore the wild, and discover the power of friendship.

Vroom, Zoom, Bud
Sale price
$1398

Vroom, Zoom, Bud

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2016

A race or a mud puddle? Bud must decide.

If I Had a Gryphon

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2016

A girl dreams of mythical pets but discovers their chaos. Is her hamster the best choice?

To the Sea

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2015

A boy befriends a lost blue whale and embarks on a journey to return him home.

Muddy, Mud, Bud
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$574

Muddy, Mud, Bud

Picture Book · Ages 5–6 · 2014

A car wash promises mud, but Bud's in for a surprise.

Let's Meet a Veterinarian

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2012

Discover what a veterinarian does during a school visit.

Sale price
$858

Let's Meet a Police Officer

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2012

Discover the tools and secrets of a police officer's day.

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Gina Bellisario

Author / 3 shared books

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