Author & Illustrator Profile
Tom Angleberger
5 Books
Tom Angleberger is a bestselling American children's book author and illustrator, best known for his quirky, humorous middle-grade novels. He is the creator of the wildly popular Origami Yoda series, which includes titles like Emperor Pickletine Rides the Bus, brilliantly blending middle school dynamics with pop culture. Beyond his flagship series, Angleberger has written and collaborated on highly engaging, imaginative titles such as Fuzzy, Inspector Flytrap, and Crankee Doodle.
Finding a good job as a butler is surprisingly difficult, especially when you are a very fancy Chihuahua named DJ Funkyfoot. He is not a musician, despite his cool name, but a highly trained butler desperately searching for someone to serve. His luck finally changes when he lands a job taking care of ShrubBaby. She is an adorable, tiny plant with a massive taste for wild thrills and extreme adventures. Most nannies would immediately say no to a baby shrubs crazy demands, but a proper butler must always say yes to his employer. You will follow DJ Funkyfoot as he dutifully fetches the stroller and chases his tiny green boss into a world of unexpected fun. This wacky adventure proves that the best friendships often come in the strangest, funniest packages.
6-8 Years
102 Pages
Prepare to enter the wacky world of a brilliant detective who also happens to be a plant. Inspector Flytrap works tirelessly from his office, solving the biggest and most important mysteries in town. He travels everywhere on a skateboard, pushed by his incredibly loyal and equally hilarious assistant, Nina the Goat. In their very first major caper, the duo heads straight to the Art Museum Secret Lab to investigate a highly unusual case. Someone has discovered a mysterious glob resting right on top of a famous flower painting by Leonardo da Vinci. You will laugh out loud as you follow the clues alongside the worlds greatest Venus flytrap detective. With clever teamwork and a healthy dose of silliness, Inspector Flytrap and Nina prove that no mystery is too strange for them to crack.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
114 Pages
You probably know the famous song about the man who rode a pony to town, stuck a feather in his hat, and called it macaroni. But you have never heard the real, hilariously grumpy story behind those lyrics. Mr Doodle is having a perfectly fine day until his overly eager pony decides they need to take a trip. The pony comes up with the wildest ideas, suggesting they buy macaroni, wear feathers, and do all sorts of ridiculous things. The problem is that Mr Doodle is incredibly cranky and wants absolutely nothing to do with towns, pasta, or bird parts. You will laugh through every page as this energetic pony tries desperately to convince his stubborn owner to just have a little bit of fun. It is a wonderful, silly take on a classic tune that will have you giggling from start to finish.
6-8 Years
37 Pages
Meet Didi Dodo. She is a highly enthusiastic bird who also happens to be a daring spy. The only problem is that she has not actually been hired by anyone yet. Her big break finally arrives when she meets Koko Dodo, a very stressed out baker facing a massive crisis. Someone has sneakily stolen his famous Super Secret Fudge Sauce right before the highly anticipated Royal Cookie Contest. You will follow Didi as she leaps into action, launching a completely wild and wacky plan to catch the chocolate thief. With Koko dragged along for the ride, the two birds must follow the clues, dodge tricky obstacles, and solve the sweet mystery before time runs out. It is a fast paced, incredibly funny chapter book packed with silly situations, clever detecting, and a whole lot of baking chaos.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
101 Pages
By
Rick Riordan, Tom Angleberger, D. J. MacHale, Rebecca Stead, Ray Bradbury, Shaun Tan, Neal Shusterman, Shannon Hale, Kenneth Oppel, and Eric S. Nylund
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Pictures by
Greg Ruth
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Collected by
Jon Scieszka
Blast off into ten incredible stories that will whisk you away to amazing "Other Worlds"! What if your brand-new robot shoes decided they had a mind of their own and started a rebellion? Or what if a group of friendly ghosts needed your help to find the perfect new home? Get ready to meet brave heroes, discover planets you've only dreamed of, and laugh out loud at silly surprises around every corner. This collection is packed with adventures that take you from the farthest reaches of outer space to magical lands hidden just beyond your imagination. Explore what happens when everyday life gets a little bit weird, and discover fantastic possibilities with each new tale. Perfect for young readers who love exciting journeys and discovering the unexpected.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
352 Pages
