Children's book Author & Adapter

James Howe

Biography

James Howe is the author of more than ninety books for young readers, including the modern classic Bunnicula and its highly popular sequels. In 2001, Howe published The Misfits, which was the inspiration for the national movement known as No Name-Calling Week (NoNameCallingWeek.org), an event observed by thousands of middle and elementary schools annually. There are three companion novels to The Misfits: Totally Joe (2005), Addie on the Inside (2011), and Also Known as Elvis (2014). Howe’s many other books for children from preschool through teens frequently deal with the acceptance of difference and being true to oneself. Visit him online at JamesHowe.com.

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Most Popular James Howe Books

Sale price
$858

Bunnicula

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1979

A family adopts a mysterious rabbit that may be a vampire, leading to a series of strange events and discoveries.

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$759

Howliday Inn

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1982

Strange howls and vanishing animals haunt a pet hotel. Can Harold and Chester solve the mystery?

At a glance

Book Stats

51

Authored

0

Illustrated

19

Collaborators

Picture books

25

Graphic novels

2

Chapter books

25

Publishing timeline

Books published each year, stacked by book type.

Book mix

The share of the catalog represented by each book type.

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All James Howe Books

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Milo Walking
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$1797

Milo Walking

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Discover the wonders hidden in everyday walks with Milo.

Tyrone O'Saurus Dreams
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$1697

Tyrone O'Saurus Dreams

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

A young dinosaur defies expectations to pursue his dream of dancing.

Big Bob, Little Bob
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$1597

Big Bob, Little Bob

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2016

Can two opposites become friends despite their differences?

Addie on the Inside
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$858

Addie on the Inside

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2011

A seventh grader battles bullying and heartbreak, questioning her true identity.

Brontorina
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$759

Brontorina

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2010

A dinosaur dreams of dancing despite her size.

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$574

Houndsley and Catina

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2009

Can two friends find harmony in their favorite activities?

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$1498

Houndsley and Catina

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2006

Can friendship survive a memoir critique and a cooking contest disaster?

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$474

Scared Silly

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2005

A witch brews trouble on Halloween night. Can the pets save the day?

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$574

The Vampire Bunny

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2004

A cat suspects the new pet rabbit is a vampire. Can he protect the family?

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$674

Bud Barkin, Private Eye

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003

A detective dog tackles a quirky case involving a mysterious dame and a clown with a peculiar calling card.

The Secret Garden
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$674

The Secret Garden

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1993

A hidden garden holds secrets that could heal two troubled souls.

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$474

Rabbit-cadabra!

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 1993

A magician's act threatens to unleash vampire bunnies. Can Chester stop the chaos?

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$759

Return to Howliday Inn

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1992

A ghostly mystery at Howliday Inn: Can the pets uncover the truth behind Rosebud's disappearance?

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$474

Hot Fudge

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 1991

Fudge turns white, then vanishes. Can Harold, Chester, and Howie catch the thief?

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$574

Pinky and Rex

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 1990

Two friends clash over a single pink dinosaur. Can a little sister solve their dilemma?

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$1600

Scared Silly

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1989

Pets face a mysterious visitor on Halloween night.

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$759

Nighty-Nightmare

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1987

Lost in the woods, friends face sinister forces and a mysterious tale.

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$759

Howliday Inn

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1982

Strange howls and vanishing animals haunt a pet hotel. Can Harold and Chester solve the mystery?

The Hospital Book
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$1600

The Hospital Book

Chapter Book · Ages 6–+ · 1981

Discover what awaits on a child's first hospital visit.

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$858

Bunnicula

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1979

A family adopts a mysterious rabbit that may be a vampire, leading to a series of strange events and discoveries.

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Collaborators

The authors and illustrators who share the credits across James Howe's books.

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Jeff Mack

Illustrator / 6 shared books

JM

11

Deborah Howe

Author / 1 shared book

DH

15

Leslie H. Morrill

Illustrator / 1 shared book

LM

17

Lynn Munsinger

Illustrator / 1 shared book

LM

18

Nancy Carpenter

Illustrator / 1 shared book

NC

19

Sakika Kikuchi

Illustrator / 1 shared book

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