Melissa Sweet

Melissa Sweet

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James Howe is the author of more than ninety books for young readers. Bunnicula , coauthored by his late wife Deborah and published in 1979, is considered a modern classic of children's literature. The author has written six highly popular sequels, along with the spinoff series Tales from the House of Bunnicula and Bunnicula and Friends. Among his other books are picture books such as Horace and Morris but Mostly Dolores and beginning reader series that include the Pinky and Rex and Houndsley and Catina books. He has also written for older readers. The Misfits, published in 2001, inspired the antibullying initiative No Name-Calling Week, as well as three sequels, Totally Joe , Addie on the Inside , and Also Known as Elvis. A common theme in James Howe's books from preschool through teens is the acceptance of difference and being true to oneself. Visit him online at JamesHowe.com.

Melissa Sweet has illustrated more than eighty children's books, including the Caldecott Honor books The Right Word and A River of Words: The Story of William Carlos Williams both written by Jen Bryant. She also wrote and illustrated Tupelo Rides the Rails ; Carmine: A Little More Red , which was a New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book; and Balloons Over Broadway , a picture book biography that was named a 2011 Publishers Weekly Best Nonfiction Picture Book. When she is not in her studio, Melissa can be found taking an art class, hiking with her dogs, or riding her bicycle. She lives with her family in Rockport, Maine.

1st August 1994

Rosie and the Poor Rabbits

That lovable Rosie of Rosie Runs Away and Rosie's Baby Tooth is back in a touching story about a child's growing awarene... MoreRosie and the Poor Rabbits

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30th March 1991

Pinky and Rex and the Mean Old Witch

Pinky, Rex, and Amanda plot revenge on the bad-tempered old woman who lives across the street, until Pinky realizes that... MorePinky and Rex and the Mean Old Witch

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1st September 1993

Sycamore Street

A perfect step up from picture books, Sycamore Street is also a perfect book for children learning the meaning of "best ... MoreSycamore Street

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31st March 1993

Pinky and Rex and the New Baby

When her family adopts a new baby, Rex tries hard to be a perfect big sister. But Rex spends so much time with the baby ... MorePinky and Rex and the New Baby

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30th March 1991

Pinky and Rex and the Spelling Bee

Pinky and Rex continue to support each other, even through the worst of times! Readers will love this supportive duo! ... MorePinky and Rex and the Spelling Bee

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30th April 1992

Pinky and Rex Go to Camp

Although his best friend Rex is excited about going to camp, Pinky is afraid of leaving home.... MorePinky and Rex Go to Camp

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30th March 1990

Pinky and Rex

Rex thinks his trip to the museum with Pinky is about to be ruined when his grumpy sister, Amanda, decides to join in. A... MorePinky and Rex

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30th March 1990

Pinky and Rex Get Married

Pinky is distraught when Rex doesn't come home to play because of a wedding. To be sure that they never get separated ag... MorePinky and Rex Get Married

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1st April 1995

Pinky and Rex and the Double-Dad Weekend

Pinky and Rex are thrilled at the prospect of the coming weekend. Leaving everyone else at home--including Pinky's pesky... MorePinky and Rex and the Double-Dad Weekend

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