Children's book Author & Illustrator

Marla Frazee

Biography

Marla Frazee was awarded a Caldecott Honor for All the World and A Couple of Boys Have the Best Week Ever, and the Boston Globe Horn Book Award for Picture Book for her wordless book The Farmer and the Clown. She is the author-illustrator of many books, including The Boss Baby, the book that inspired the DreamWorks Animation film Boss Baby. She has illustrated many acclaimed picture books, including God Got a Dog by Cynthia Rylant; Stars by Mary Lyn Ray; and Everywhere Babies by Susan Meyers. She is also the illustrator of the New York Times bestselling Clementine chapter book series by Sara Pennypacker. The mother of three grown sons, she lives in Pasadena, California.

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In Every Life
The Great Zapfino
The Farmer and the Circus
The Farmer and the Monkey
Little Brown
Our Story Begins
Waylon! One Awesome Thing
The Farmer and the Clown
Completely Clementine
Clementine and the Spring Trip
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In Every Life
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Picture Book · Ages 0–8 · February 7, 2023

In Every Life

By Marla Frazee

Explore life's wonders through love, loss, hope, and joy.

Caldecott Honor (2024)
32 pages· 50 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
3.8/7 Bookroo·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,463 ratings
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Clementine

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2006

A third-grade girl navigates the challenges of friendship and growing up.

The Seven Silly Eaters

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1997

A family of picky eaters surprises their mother with a special twist.

All the World

Board Book · Ages 3–8 · 2009

Experience a day of life's simple joys and connections.

The Boss Baby

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2010

A baby takes charge, demanding attention and control in a household upheaval.

The Talented Clementine

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2007

A young girl navigates the challenges of a school talent show while trying to find her own unique talent

Stars

Board Book · Ages 0–5
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13

Authored

27

Illustrated

33

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Picture books

14

Graphic novels

1

Chapter books

10

Board books

4

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In Every Life

Picture Book · Ages 0–8 · 2023

Explore life's wonders through love, loss, hope, and joy.

Graphic Nov.
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$1697

The Great Zapfino

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

A circus performer must confront his fear of heights to find true courage.

The Farmer and the Circus

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

A farmer visits the circus, reuniting with friends. What awaits him there?

The Farmer and the Monkey

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2020

A farmer's quiet life is upended by a mischievous circus monkey.

Little Brown

Picture Book · Ages 0–8 · 2018

A lonely dog takes all the toys. What happens next?

Our Story Begins

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Discover the childhood sparks that ignited today's beloved storytellers.

Waylon! One Awesome Thing

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2016

Waylon's world is unraveling, but one unexpected event might just bring it all together again.

The Farmer and the Clown

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

A baby clown and a farmer discover unexpected friendship and life lessons.

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$574

Completely Clementine

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2015

A third-grader navigates the challenges of growing up, including family, friendship, and finding her place in the world.

Clementine and the Spring Trip

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2013

A third-grader navigates the challenges of growing up, including friendships, family, and self-discovery.

Boot & Shoe

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

Two dogs' perfect routine is upended by a mischievous squirrel.

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$574

Clementine and the Family Meeting

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2011

A third-grader navigates the challenges of growing up, including a new baby on the way, a missing pet rat, and a science project gone wrong.

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$759

The Boss Baby

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2010

A baby takes charge, demanding attention and control in a household upheaval.

Clementine, Friend of the Week

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2010

A third-grade girl navigates friendships and personal growth while dealing with the loss of her beloved pet.

All the World
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All the World

Board Book · Ages 3–8 · 2009

Experience a day of life's simple joys and connections.

A Couple of Boys Have the Best Week Ever

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2008

Two boys find unexpected adventure indoors during a summer at Nature Camp.

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$574

The Talented Clementine

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2007

A young girl navigates the challenges of a school talent show while trying to find her own unique talent

Clementine's Letter

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2007

A third grader schemes to keep her favorite teacher from leaving for Egypt.

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$674

Clementine

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2006

A third-grade girl navigates the challenges of friendship and growing up.

Walk On!

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2006

A baby dares to take their first steps, discovering a new world.

Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

Why did the chicken cross the road? Discover unique artistic twists.

Santa Claus the World's Number One Toy Expert

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2005

Discover how Santa matches every child with the perfect gift each Christmas.

Roller Coaster

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2003

First-time rider faces the thrill of a roller coaster.

Everywhere Babies
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$958

Everywhere Babies

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2001

Celebrate the joyful chaos of babies' first year with playful rhymes and charming illustrations.

Harriet, You'll Drive Me Wild!

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2000

A pesky child and her mother navigate love despite their flaws.

The Seven Silly Eaters
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$1899

The Seven Silly Eaters

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1997

A family of picky eaters surprises their mother with a special twist.

It Takes a Village

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

Can a community unite to change the world?

Stars
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$858

Stars

Board Book · Ages 0–5

How Elegant the Elephant

Chapter Book · Ages 4–7

Explore a whimsical world where animals and insects reveal their quirky secrets through playful poems.

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Sara Pennypacker

Author / 8 shared books

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