Children's book Author & Illustrator

Lauren Castillo

Biography

Lauren Castillo has illustrated many picture books and has also written and illustrated several, including the Caldecott Honor book Nana in the City. She lives in Harrisburg, PA, and you can also find her at www.laurencastillo.blogspot.com and follow her on Twitter @studiocastillo.

Just Like Millie
Nana in the Country
A Place to Call Home
The Ramble Shamble Children
The Story of Us
A Boy, a Mouse, and a Spider--The Story of E. B. White
It Is Not Time for Sleeping
Twenty Yawns
Yard Sale
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Lauren's most recent book

Just Like Millie
Sale price
$1697
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · March 27, 2024

Just Like Millie

By Lauren Castillo

A shy girl discovers courage with the help of a rescue dog in a new city.

40 pages· 684 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 527 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
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Most Popular Lauren Castillo Books

The Story of Us

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2020

A storm separates Hedgehog from her friend, sparking a quest filled with new friendships and discoveries.

Nana in the City

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

A boy's fear of the city transforms into wonder with Nana's magical cape.

A Place to Call Home

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2022

A hedgehog's journey through the forest reveals the true meaning of home and belonging.

Just Like Millie

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2024

A shy girl discovers courage with the help of a rescue dog in a new city.

Yard Sale

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2015

Callie's family must let go of their home and belongings. What truly makes a home?

A Boy, a Mouse, and a Spider--The Story of E. B. White

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017

Discover how a sickly child's imagination birthed beloved literary classics.

At a glance

Book Stats

7

Authored

11

Illustrated

8

Collaborators

Picture books

12

Chapter books

3

Publishing timeline

Books published each year, stacked by book type.

Book mix

The share of the catalog represented by each book type.

Complete bibliography

All Lauren Castillo Books

Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.

Just Like Millie
Sale price
$1697

Just Like Millie

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2024

A shy girl discovers courage with the help of a rescue dog in a new city.

Nana in the Country
Sale price
$1899

Nana in the Country

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

A storm tests a boy's resolve to protect his farm and surprise his city-savvy Nana.

A Place to Call Home
Sale price
$1697

A Place to Call Home

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2022

A hedgehog's journey through the forest reveals the true meaning of home and belonging.

The Ramble Shamble Children

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Kids transform their quirky home, but unexpected results lead to a missing sibling and a heartwarming realization.

The Story of Us
Sale price
$1597

The Story of Us

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2020

A storm separates Hedgehog from her friend, sparking a quest filled with new friendships and discoveries.

It Is Not Time for Sleeping

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2016

A boy insists it's not bedtime. When will he finally sleep?

Twenty Yawns
Sale price
$1697

Twenty Yawns

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2016

A restless night turns mysterious. Can Lucy find her way back to sleep?

Yard Sale
Sale price
$699

Yard Sale

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2015

Callie's family must let go of their home and belongings. What truly makes a home?

Nana in the City
Sale price
$1899

Nana in the City

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

A boy's fear of the city transforms into wonder with Nana's magical cape.

The Troublemaker

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

A boy's prank backfires when his toy vanishes. Is he the only mischief-maker?

City Cat

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2013

A stray cat secretly follows a family across Europe's iconic landmarks.

Spunky Tells All
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$1699

Spunky Tells All

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2011

A dog's life changes when a troublesome cat enters his world.

Christmas Is Here

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2010

Rediscover the true meaning of Christmas beyond gifts and indulgences.

School for Woodland Creatures

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9

Forest friends start a school, but Hedgehog doubts her teaching skills. Can she find her unique strength?

Creative company

Collaborators

The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Lauren Castillo's books.

01

Ann Cameron

Author / 1 shared book

02

Barbara Herkert

Author / 1 shared book

03

Christina Soontornvat

Author / 1 shared book

04

Eve Bunting

Author / 1 shared book

05

Jane Smiley

Author / 1 shared book

06

Kate Banks

Author / 1 shared book

07

Lisa Graff

Author / 1 shared book

08

Words from the King James Bible

Author / 1 shared book

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