John O’Brien is also the author and illustrator of Mother Hubbard’s Christmas, which Booklist calls “a yuk-filled read-aloud.” He lives in Delran, New Jersey.
Witness George Washington's historic journey to his inauguration, celebrated by a nation eager to honor its first president.
A biography of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, from his childhood to his assassination
Discover the accidental origins of everyday inventions in this intriguing collection of stories.
The life of Benjamin Franklin, from his childhood to his role in the American Revolution.
A biography of Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play in Major League Baseball, and his journey to break the color barrier
A young girl grows up to become a renowned scientist studying chimpanzees in Africa
The life of Thomas Jefferson, from his childhood to his presidency and later years.
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Authored
35
Illustrated
30
Collaborators
Picture books
7
Chapter books
28
Books published each year, stacked by book type.
The share of the catalog represented by each book type.
35
books
Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.
Witness George Washington's historic journey to his inauguration, celebrated by a nation eager to honor its first president.
Uncover the secrets of Machu Picchu, the hidden Inca marvel.
A daring plot to seize West Point unravels, sealing the fate of two ambitious men.
Witness the brutal spectacles of ancient Rome's Colosseum, where life and death hung in the balance.
A queen's extravagance ignites revolution, leading to her dramatic downfall.
A biography of the Brothers Grimm, who collected and published Germanic folktales and fairy tales, and their impact on literature and culture.
A visionary challenges the universe's secrets, risking everything for truth.
Did Betsy Ross sew the first American flag? Discover her untold story.
A general's loyalty is tested as war divides a nation.
A First Lady challenges norms, advocating for women's rights during the Revolutionary War.
Discover how Jefferson's book obsession rebuilt the Library of Congress.
A biography of Michelle Obama, from her childhood to her time as First Lady of the United States
Discover the life of a musical legend who shaped generations.
A young girl grows up to become a renowned scientist studying chimpanzees in Africa
A biography of the life of Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple Computers, from his childhood to his death in 2011.
The life of Paul Revere, from his childhood to his role in the American Revolution.
A biography of Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play in Major League Baseball, and his journey to break the color barrier
A boy's fascination with numbers uncovers a hidden pattern in nature.
A biography of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States, from his childhood to his death in 1945
A biography of Barack Obama, from his childhood to his presidency
A biography of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, from his childhood to his assassination
Discover Lincoln's journey through war and freedom.
A biography about the life of Elvis Presley
Did Marco Polo's tales of China reveal truth or fiction?
The life of William Shakespeare is explored from his childhood to his death, including his early years, his marriage, his career as a playwright and actor, and his later years.
The life of Thomas Alva Edison, from his childhood to his inventions and legacy.
The life of Louis Armstrong, a famous jazz musician, is explored from his childhood in New Orleans to his rise to fame.
This biography tells the story of the life and career of Mark Twain, from his childhood in Missouri to his rise as a renowned author and humorist.
A shy man swallows musical instruments, leading to unexpected chaos.
The life of Thomas Jefferson, from his childhood to his presidency and later years.
A biography about Harry Houdini, a famous magician and escape artist.
The life of Benjamin Franklin, from his childhood to his role in the American Revolution.
Discover the accidental origins of everyday inventions in this intriguing collection of stories.
A tiny knight must rescue a maiden from a dragonfly's clutches.
Uncover the invisible force surrounding us—air! Discover its secrets through fun experiments.
Creative company
The authors and illustrators who share the credits across John O'Brien's books.
