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Children's book Author
James Preller
Biography
James Preller is the author of numerous books, including the acclaimed novels The Courage Test, The Fall, Bystander, and Six Innings, and the Scary Tales and Jigsaw Jones series. He travels throughout the country visiting schools and book festivals. He lives in Delmar, New York, with his wife and their children.
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Most Popular James Preller Books
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The Case of the Vanishing Painting
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2004
A missing painting threatens Parents' Night. Can Jigsaw solve the mystery in time?
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$858
The Case of the Haunted Scarecrow
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2001
A missing necklace leads to a moving scarecrow mystery.
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$958
The Case of the Golden Key
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2002
A mysterious key and secret codes challenge young sleuths to uncover hidden truths.
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$474
The Case of the Stinky Science Project
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
A stinky science project leads to a puzzling mystery for young detectives.
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$858
Blood Mountain
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019
Lost on Blood Mountain, siblings face nature's wrath and a mysterious hunter. Who will find them first?
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$958
The Case of the Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004
Footprints and a ghost haunt the school. Can Jigsaw solve the mystery?
At a glance
Book Stats
49
Authored
0
Illustrated
10
Collaborators
Picture books
6
Chapter books
42
Board books
1
Publishing timeline
Books published each year, stacked by book type.
Publication timeline from 1994 to 2026.
Book mix
The share of the catalog represented by each book type.
Book type breakdown: 6 picture books, 42 chapter books, 1 board books.
49
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Complete bibliography
All James Preller Books
Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.
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Shaken
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2026
A soccer star's life unravels after a severe concussion. Can she find a new purpose?
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$574
Two Ballerinas . . . and a Moose
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2025
A moose dreams of dancing gracefully despite lacking ballet slippers.
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Two Birds . . . and a Moose
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024
A moose tries to join birds atop a tree. Can he succeed?
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$759
The Whispering Pines
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023
A family vacation turns eerie at EXIT 13 Motel. Can they escape its mysteries?
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Fairy House
Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2022
Your choices lead to magical adventures or unexpected transformations. Choose wisely!
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$1797
All Welcome Here
Board Book · Ages 4–7 · 2020
First day of school: excitement, challenges, and anxieties unfold in poetic snapshots.
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$858
Blood Mountain
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019
Lost on Blood Mountain, siblings face nature's wrath and a mysterious hunter. Who will find them first?
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$1498
The Case of the Hat Burglar
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2019
A thief targets hats, eluding young detectives. Can they crack the case?
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$759
Better Off Undead
Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2017
An undead boy and friends uncover a corporate conspiracy amid environmental chaos.
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$674
The Case from Outer Space
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2017
Clues hint at an alien visit to school. Can Jigsaw solve the mystery?
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The Case of the Smelly Sneaker
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2017
A missing sneaker threatens the big game. Can Jigsaw solve the mystery?
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$799
The Courage Test
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016
A boy's journey on the Lewis and Clark Trail reveals hidden truths and tests his courage against life's challenges.
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$1799
A Pirate's Guide to First Grade
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2010
A young pirate navigates first grade's adventures and hidden treasures.
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$474
The Case of the Groaning Ghost
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2007
Ghosts haunt classmates, and a rival detective steals clients. Can Jigsaw uncover the truth?
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$379
The Case of the Spoiled Rotten Spy
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007
A TV show's prop vanishes. Can a young detective solve the mystery before filming resumes?
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$379
The Case of the Kidnapped Candy
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2007
A Valentine's candy heist challenges young detectives to uncover the sweet-toothed culprit.
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$474
The Case of the Snowboarding Superstar
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2005
A young detective faces a snowy mystery without his partner.
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$474
The Case of the Food Fight
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2005
Can Jigsaw clear Joey's name before he's banned from the cafeteria?
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$379
The Case of the Frog-Jumping Contest
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2005
A champion frog vanishes at the carnival. Can young detectives solve the mystery before the contest begins?
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$474
The Case of the Double Trouble Detectives
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2005
Two detectives clash in a town too small for both. Who will outsmart the other?
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The Case of the Vanishing Painting
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2004
A missing painting threatens Parents' Night. Can Jigsaw solve the mystery in time?
Sale price
$958
The Case of the Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004
Footprints and a ghost haunt the school. Can Jigsaw solve the mystery?
Sale price
$474
The Case of the Perfect Prank
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004
Can young detectives solve a puzzling mystery before it's too late?
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$759
The Case of the Best Pet Ever
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2003
A missing prize medal, a pet show, and a mystery to solve.
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$379
The Case of the Rainy Day Mystery
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2003
A detective duo uncovers secrets in the rain. What's Bigs hiding?
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$1401
The Case of the Race Against Time
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003
A detective must solve the mystery of his own missing pocket watch.
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$958
The Case of the Million-Dollar Mystery
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2002
A stolen invention, a suspect principal, and a young detective on the case.
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$958
The Case of the Golden Key
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2002
A mysterious key and secret codes challenge young sleuths to uncover hidden truths.
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$958
The Case of the Bear Scare
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2002
A young detective duo faces a mysterious growl in the woods.
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$958
The Case of the Buried Treasure
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002
A cryptic note hints at treasure. Can Jigsaw solve the mystery?
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$858
The Case of the Haunted Scarecrow
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2001
A missing necklace leads to a moving scarecrow mystery.
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$674
The Case of the Bicycle Bandit
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2001
A beloved, beat-up bike vanishes. Can young detectives solve the mystery?
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$379
The Case of the Detective in Disguise
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2001
A young detective tackles brownie theft and a missing football mystery.
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$474
The Case of the Stinky Science Project
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
A stinky science project leads to a puzzling mystery for young detectives.
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$958
The Case of the Mummy Mystery
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2001
A missing worm, a mummy suspect, and a Halloween mystery await Jigsaw Jones.
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$474
The Case of the Class Clown
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
Young detectives unravel schoolyard mysteries.
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$474
The Case of the Runaway Dog
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
A missing dog leads to a puzzling mystery for two young detectives.
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$474
The Case of the Ghostwriter
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2001
A rare coin is missing, and a mystery author remains unknown.
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$474
The Case of the Marshmallow Monster
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
A camping trip turns mysterious as marshmallows vanish. Is a monster to blame?
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$1401
The Case of the Spooky Sleepover
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
Jigsaw Jones tackles eerie noises haunting Ralphie's nights.
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$1287
The Case of the Great Sled Race
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
A sled vanishes before a big race. Can Jigsaw solve the mystery?
Six Innings
Chapter Book · 2000
A sidelined announcer watches the championship game, yearning to play.
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$379
The Case of the Stolen Baseball Cards
Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 1999
Baseball cards vanish. Can Jigsaw and Mila crack the case?
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$1401
The Case of the Secret Valentine
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1999
A second-grade detective tackles a puzzling Valentine's Day mystery.
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$1401
The Case of the Christmas Snowman
Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1998
A lost rare coin leads to a holiday mystery with a tough suspect.
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$474
The Case of Hermie the Missing Hamster
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1998
A detective duo hunts for a missing hamster.
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$399
Hiccups for Elephant
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995
Elephant's hiccups keep everyone awake.
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$399
Wake Me in Spring
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994
Can Bear resist sleep and stay awake for winter?
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$858
Scary Tales: 3 Spooky Stories in 1
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12
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Collaborators
The authors and illustrators who share the credits across James Preller's books.