Books by Barbara Bottner

Barbara Bottner writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, exploring themes of humor, self-confidence & identity, creativity & imagination.

Standalone Books

Bootsie Barker Bites

Barbara Bottner

For the child who feels anxious about playdates with a bossy or aggressive peer and needs to find their own voice.

Ages 4–8

Be Brown!

Barbara Bottner

Follow a frustrated little boy as he attempts to teach his energetic, disobedient dog some manners. This humorous early

Ages 4–11

Priscilla Gorilla

Barbara Bottner

For the child who expresses their big personality in ways that don't always fit classroom rules. Priscilla helps kids na

Ages 4–8

Miss Brooks Loves Books (and I Don't)

Barbara Bottner

For the child who thinks reading is a chore and hasn't found that one special story yet. A stubborn first grader finally

Ages 4–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

4 books

Ages 8–11

4 books

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