Illustrator & Author Profile
Debbie Ridpath Ohi
8 Books
Debbie Ridpath Ohi is a Canadian children's book author and illustrator recognized for her expressive, minimalist art style. While she has written and illustrated her own titles like Sam & Eva, she is also highly celebrated for illustrating books by legendary authors such as Judy Blume and Michael Ian Black. Her work is known for its humor and its ability to capture the emotional nuances of childhood.
Spencer is a boy who takes his reading routine very seriously. Every single night, he picks out a book, reads it aloud, and carefully puts it exactly back where it belongs. He has a perfect system, until the morning he wakes up to find his favorite bedtime story has completely vanished. Even stranger, a totally unexpected object has been left in its place.
As the days go by, more of his beloved books start disappearing, replaced by weird and wonderful clues. Spencer realizes he has a major mystery on his hands and decides to stay awake to catch the sneaky book thief in the act. This delightful and clever whodunit celebrates the magic of a good story and the lengths we will go to protect our favorite things to read.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Sam has a fantastic plan to draw the coolest velociraptor ever. But when Eva decides to join the fun, Sam is not thrilled to share his artistic spotlight. Soon, their simple drawing session turns into an epic, hilarious battle of imaginations on the page. As their creations come to life, the kids find themselves dodging everything from superhero marmots to massive explosions of confetti.
What starts as a stubborn standoff quickly spirals completely out of control. When their wildest doodles team up against them, Sam and Eva must figure out how to put their crayons together and draw their way out of danger. This energetic and colorful adventure shows exactly what happens when two gigantic imaginations collide, proving that teamwork just might be the best masterpiece of all.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Something highly suspicious is happening in Mitzi Tulane's house, and she is just the preschool detective to crack the case. A strange and delicious smell is wafting through the rooms, and her family is acting very secretive. Armed with her sharpest investigative skills, Mitzi follows her nose to uncover the truth behind the mysterious scent.
From analyzing the clues in the kitchen to questioning her prime suspects, Mitzi leaves no stone unturned in her quest for answers. Young readers will love following along as this clever and curious sleuth pieces together the evidence, leading straight to a wonderfully sweet and happy surprise. This playful mystery is perfect for sharp eyed kids who love to solve a tricky puzzle.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Bath time is over, but getting dressed is the last thing on this kid's mind. Why wear boring clothes when you can run free and absolutely naked? There is a certain thrill to zooming down the hallway without a single sock, shirt, or pair of pants slowing you down. But just when being completely bare seems like the ultimate way to play, our speedy hero discovers something even better.
Adding a simple cape transforms an ordinary run around the house into a spectacular superhero adventure. With the wind rushing past and nothing holding him back, he is ready to save the day in his birthday suit. This hilarious and relatable story captures the joyful energy of childhood independence and the simple fun of a wild imagination.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Have you ever had a day where you just felt sad and nothing seemed to help? Flamingo is having one of those days. He feels down, and he does not know why.
His best friends, a little girl and a very helpful Potato, want to fix it. They try everything they can think of to cheer him up. Potato even offers his favorite thing in the world, which is dirt. But even dirt cannot make Flamingo smile.
Sometimes, trying to make someone happy does not work right away, and that is completely fine. Join this funny trio as they discover a wonderful secret about feelings. You will learn that sadness does not last forever, and the best way to help a friend is just to sit right beside them, even if you are a potato.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
The Crash Landing
Gurple and Preen are on a mission, but things have just gone terribly wrong. With a loud crash, their spacecraft lands on a totally unfamiliar planet. Now they are stuck, and the only supplies they have left are a bunch of crayons.
The Crayon Solution
Gurple is frustrated and starts snapping the crayons into pieces. But Preen has a brilliant idea. What if those broken crayons are exactly what they need to fix their ship and get back home? You will get to see how drawing and a little bit of imagination can solve giant space problems.
Why You Will Love It
This funny and colorful adventure shows that making a mess is sometimes the first step to creating something amazing. It is a great story about working together, using what you have, and letting your creativity take flight.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
Bob the puffer fish and his best pal, Sea Monkey, are facing one seriously ocean-sized problem. Sea Monkey is terrified because he believes he is very heavy, which means he will inevitably sink straight down to the dark bottom of the ocean. Bob is panicking for the exact opposite reason. He is incredibly light and puffed up, which means he will float all the way to the dangerous surface! You will love seeing how these two wonderfully anxious underwater friends deal with the terrifying forces of gravity pulling them in opposite directions. The solution? Just hold on tight! This incredibly heartwarming and funny picture book proves that facing your biggest fears is always easier when you have a friend by your side. Dive into this silly aquatic adventure about overcoming anxiety and learning that teamwork can keep you perfectly balanced in the water.
6-8 Years
38 Pages
Meet an eight-year-old girl who calls herself The Great One and her six-year-old brother, who she affectionately calls The Pain. These two siblings have completely different views on life, especially when it comes to who is the favorite child in the family. The Great One thinks her brother is a massive nuisance who gets away with everything just because he is younger. Meanwhile, The Pain thinks his older sister is incredibly bossy and thinks she knows absolutely everything. In this delightfully funny story, the brother and sister take turns sharing their side of the story, pointing out each other's annoying habits and competing for their parents' attention. As they list their hilarious complaints, readers will easily recognize the familiar, funny struggles of growing up with brothers and sisters. Deep down, they might just realize that their parents have enough love for both of them.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
