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Children's book Author & Illustrator
G. Brian Karas
Biography
G. Brian Karas has illustrated more than ninety children’s books, including two by Megan McDonald about Ant and Honey Bee; Tap Tap Boom Boom by Elizabeth Bluemle; and Are You Going to Be Good? by Cari Best, a New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children’s Book of the Year. G. Brian Karas lives in the Hudson Valley of New York.
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Most Popular G. Brian Karas Books
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I Like Bugs
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1938
Discover the world of bugs—big, small, flying, crawling. Perfect for young readers.
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$1797
Lemonade in Winter
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2012
Can a winter lemonade stand succeed against the odds?
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$1697
The Boy Who Loved Maps
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022
A boy's quest for the perfect place reveals unexpected treasures close to home.
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$1799
Muncha! Muncha! Muncha!
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002
Bunnies raid a garden at night; can Mr. McGreely outsmart them?
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$958
Throw Your Tooth on the Roof
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1998
Explore global tooth-losing traditions beyond the tooth fairy's visit.
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$574
I Like Fish
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2014
Dive into a vibrant underwater world with simple rhymes and colorful fish.
At a glance
Book Stats
6
Authored
57
Illustrated
37
Collaborators
Picture books
54
Chapter books
2
Board books
1
Publishing timeline
Books published each year, stacked by book type.
Publication timeline from 1840 to 2025.
Book mix
The share of the catalog represented by each book type.
Book type breakdown: 54 picture books, 2 chapter books, 1 board books.
57
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Complete bibliography
All G. Brian Karas Books
Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.
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Our Air
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2025
Discover the unseen force shaping our world and why it matters.
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The Cookie Vote
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025
Students learn how a bill becomes law, sparking a cookie debate.
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$2089
The Cookie Vote
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025
Students learn democracy's sweet side when a cookie debate sparks a lesson in compromise.
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$1797
The Power of Yeti
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2023
A boy discovers the secret to unlocking his potential with a surprising friend.
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$1697
I Love You Little, I Love You Lots
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2022
A dog and cat explore love's boundless reach in a charming tale.
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$1697
The Boy Who Loved Maps
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022
A boy's quest for the perfect place reveals unexpected treasures close to home.
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$1697
The Little Library
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2021
A hesitant reader discovers a passion for woodworking, transforming his library experience.
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$958
Peter Easter Frog
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021
A frog challenges the Easter Bunny's egg-delivering reign. What happens next?
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$1697
Almost Time
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2020
A boy learns patience as he waits for sugaring time and a loose tooth to fall out.
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$1697
The Dinosaur Expert
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Can Kimmy prove girls can be paleontologists on a museum trip?
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$1597
Night Job
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018
A boy discovers magic in the night while working with his father.
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$899
Anywhere Farm
Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2017
Transform any space into a thriving farm with just a seed and imagination.
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$1797
A Hat for Mrs. Goldman
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016
Sophia must knit a perfect hat for Mrs. Goldman, but her efforts unravel. Can she find a creative solution?
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$1599
More-igami
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016
A boy's origami obsession leads to unexpected challenges and friendships.
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$1899
On the Farm, At the Market
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2016
Farmers bring their harvest to market, where a special meal awaits.
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Make Way for Readers
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016
Preschoolers explore magical tales with Miss Bingo, the storytime flamingo.
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$1699
A Poem in Your Pocket
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
A student struggles to write the perfect poem for a special day.
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$1899
Ivan
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2014
A gorilla's journey from captivity to freedom sparks a movement for animal welfare.
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$1899
As an Oak Tree Grows
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2014
Witness 200 years of change through the eyes of an ancient oak tree.
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$1597
Tippy-Tippy-Tippy, Splash!
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014
A farmer's beach escape is foiled by stowaway bunnies with surprising talents.
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$1697
Tap Tap Boom Boom
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2014
A storm forces strangers into the subway, sparking unexpected connections.
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$574
I Like Fish
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2014
Dive into a vibrant underwater world with simple rhymes and colorful fish.
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$1499
Ant and Honey Bee
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2013
Can Ant's friendship survive the winter chill?
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$1799
The Apple Orchard Riddle
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2013
Students solve a riddle on a school trip to an apple orchard.
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$1797
Lemonade in Winter
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2012
Can a winter lemonade stand succeed against the odds?
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$1697
Neville
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011
A boy discovers a creative way to make friends in a new neighborhood.
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$1799
Clever Jack Takes the Cake
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010
Jack must deliver a cake to the princess, but unexpected obstacles await.
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$1699
The Village Garage
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2010
Busy workers and trusty trucks tackle seasonal challenges at the Village Garage.
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$1599
Surprise Soup
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2009
Kevie awaits his new sibling's arrival, holding the secret to a special soup surprise.
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$1999
Big Bad Bunny
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008
A young mouse rebels against her babyish nickname in a mischievous way.
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$1799
How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin?
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2007
A classroom pumpkin experiment reveals surprising secrets hidden inside small things.
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$1600
Are You Going to Be Good?
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2005
A boy's first grownup party reveals an unexpected ally.
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$474
The Case of the Desperate Duck
Picture Book · Ages 6–6 · 2005
A tea room's sugar cubes vanish. Can detectives solve the sweet mystery?
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$1699
On Earth
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2005
Experience Earth's endless journey through day, night, and seasons.
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$1399
Ant and Honey Bee: What a Pair!
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2005
Rain threatens to ruin their costumes, but can quick thinking save the day?
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$474
The Case of the Baffled Bear
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2004
A bear loses his whistle. Can a detective duo solve the mystery before pretzels distract them?
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$1599
I Like where I Am
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2004
A boy's move brings unexpected joys in a new place.
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$699
Ten Little Mummies
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2003
Mummies vanish one by one during playtime.
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$599
Oh No, Gotta Go!
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2003
A frantic search for a bathroom leads to unexpected adventures.
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$379
The Case of the Fidgety Fox
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2003
Melvin's lucky dice vanish, halting his bus. Can the High-Rise Private Eyes solve the mystery?
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$1799
Incredible Me!
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003
A child joyfully celebrates her unique qualities.
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$1599
Atlantic
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002
Discover the mysteries of the Atlantic through its own voice.
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$1799
Muncha! Muncha! Muncha!
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002
Bunnies raid a garden at night; can Mr. McGreely outsmart them?
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$574
Daniel's Pet/Daniel y su mascota
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2002
A pet hatches an unexpected surprise.
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$379
The Case of the Sleepy Sloth
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002
A lawn chair vanishes. Can two detectives crack the case?
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$474
The Case of the Puzzling Possum
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001
A trombone vanishes and reappears. Who's behind it?
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$574
The Case of the Troublesome Turtle
Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2001
Balloons vanish every Friday. Can two detectives solve the mystery?
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$574
The Case of the Missing Monkey
Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2000
A glass monkey is missing. Can detectives solve the mystery?
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$474
The Case of the Climbing Cat
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2000
A thief steals binoculars. Can two detectives solve the mystery?
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$958
Throw Your Tooth on the Roof
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1998
Explore global tooth-losing traditions beyond the tooth fairy's visit.
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$674
Elevator Magic
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1997
Subtraction becomes magical as an elevator ride reveals unexpected surprises.
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$858
My Crayons Talk
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1996
Crayons come alive, sharing colors and feelings with a young girl.
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$574
Sid and Sam
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996
Sam faces a dilemma when Sid's endless song won't stop.
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$759
Truman's Aunt Farm
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1994
Truman's ant farm order brings unexpected aunts. Chaos ensues.
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$250
The Best Teacher in the World
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1990
A note goes missing, sparking a quest for answers.
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$574
I Like Bugs
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1938
Discover the world of bugs—big, small, flying, crawling. Perfect for young readers.
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$1699
The Village Blacksmith
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1840
A humble blacksmith's life unfolds in a modern retelling of a classic poem.
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Collaborators
The authors and illustrators who share the credits across G. Brian Karas's books.
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