Children's book Author & Illustrator

Rachel Bright

Biography

Rachel Bright is a wordsmith, printmaker, and thinker of happy thoughts. She is passionate about time-honored printmaking techniques, and is the author-illustrator of In A Minute Mama Bear, Love Monster, Love Monster and the Perfect Present, Love Monster and the Last Chocolate, and Love Monster and the Scary Something, as well as many other celebrated books, which have been translated into thirty-eight languages. She works from her studio on a farm near the sea in England, where she lives with her partner; her daughters, River and Sky; and Elvis, the nicest dog in the world.lovemonsterbooks.com

The Speedysaurus
The Camel Who Found His Smile
Up and Away
The Stompysaurus
Snail in Space
The Hugasaurus
The Gecko and the Echo
Head Over Tail
Slug in Love
Free-Range Freddy
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The Speedysaurus
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$858
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · September 2, 2025

The Speedysaurus

By Rachel Bright · With Chris Chatterton

A dinosaur's wobbly bike ride challenges her dreams of victory.

32 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 163 ratings
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The Koala Who Could

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2016

A koala's world changes when his safe tree falls.

Love Monster

Picture Book · Ages 2–4 · 2012

A monster searches for someone who loves him just the way he is.

The Squirrels Who Squabbled

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

Two squirrels race for the last pinecone of the season.

The Worrysaurus

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2020

A dinosaur's picnic is threatened by worries. Can he find peace?

The Hugasaurus

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2022

Can a little dinosaur mend friendships with kindness?

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$858

The Stompysaurus

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2024

A dinosaur's day spirals into chaos. Can he find calm amid the storm?

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Book Stats

24

Authored

1

Illustrated

5

Collaborators

Picture books

22

Chapter books

2

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All Rachel Bright Books

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The Speedysaurus
Sale price
$858

The Speedysaurus

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2025

A dinosaur's wobbly bike ride challenges her dreams of victory.

The Camel Who Found His Smile

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

A camel's bad day turns around with a new friend and a smile.

Up and Away

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2025

Can Peter Rabbit teach ducklings to fly, or will they find their own way?

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$858

The Stompysaurus

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2024

A dinosaur's day spirals into chaos. Can he find calm amid the storm?

Snail in Space

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

A snail defies limits to reach the stars.

The Hugasaurus
Sale price
$759

The Hugasaurus

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2022

Can a little dinosaur mend friendships with kindness?

The Gecko and the Echo

Chapter Book · 2022

A gecko's quest for stardom reveals the true value of friendship over fame.

Head Over Tail

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2022

Peter Rabbit's quick-fix laundry plan goes awry. Can playtime and chores coexist?

Slug in Love

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

A lonely slug seeks a hug, but will love find him?

Free-Range Freddy

Picture Book · 2020

A chick hatches with unexpected colors, challenging farmyard norms and sparking a lively adventure.

When I'm Bigger, Mama Bear

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2020

A young bear learns the limits of independence and the comfort of a mother's help.

The Worrysaurus
Sale price
$1597

The Worrysaurus

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2020

A dinosaur's picnic is threatened by worries. Can he find peace?

In a Minute, Mama Bear

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2019

A busy day turns into unexpected fun when plans change unexpectedly.

The Way Home for Wolf

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2018

A lone wolf cub learns the value of friendship in the Arctic night.

Love You Hoo

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2017

Bedtime cuddles reveal cherished memories and future adventures.

The Lion Inside

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

A mouse and a lion form an unlikely friendship that helps them both find their true voice.

Side by Side

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2015

A little mouse seeks a true friend in Wintermouse Wood.

Love Monster and the Last Chocolate

Picture Book · Ages 2–4 · 2014

A monster must decide if sharing chocolates is worth the risk of losing his favorite piece.

Love Monster and the Perfect Present

Picture Book · Ages 2–4 · 2013

A monster's quest for the perfect gift leads to an unexpected heartwarming surprise.

Sale price
$858

Love Monster

Picture Book · Ages 2–4 · 2012

A monster searches for someone who loves him just the way he is.

My Sister is an Alien

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2010

A boy suspects his baby sister is an alien and plans a daring moon mission.

Pandas Who Promised

Chapter Book · Ages 4–7

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The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Rachel Bright's books.

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Jim Field

Illustrator / 5 shared books

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