Books by John Himmelman

Known for the Puffin Easy-to-Read series, John Himmelman writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, alongside 3 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, curiosity & wonder, resilience & perseverance.

Series

Puffin Easy-to-Read

1 book · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Amanda and the Witch Switch

John Himmelman

For children who love a bit of magic and enjoy stories where intentions go awry, this tale explores the unexpected fun o

Ages 6–8

I'm Not Scared! A Book of Scary Poems

John Himmelman

Dive into a world of friendly frights with this collection of "scary" poems. From wobbly monsters to creaky noises, it's

Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

4 books

Ages 8–11

3 books

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