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  • Bibliography:
    28 Books
  • First Book:
    September 2006
  • Latest Book:
    October 2024
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Multi-Author Series List

Club Penguin

Shadow Guy and Gamma Gal: Heroes Unite (Sep-2010)

Discover Graphics: Mythical Creatures

Frankie and the Dragon (Jan-2021)
The Troll Under Puzzlefoot Bridge (Jan-2021)
Trevor, the Very Best Giant (Jan-2021)

LEGO Star Wars

The Official Stormtrooper Training Manual (Feb-2017)

Penguins of Madagascar

Penguins on a Mission (Oct-2010)

Star Wars

The Official Stormtrooper Training Manual (Feb-2017)

Book List in Order: 28 titles



  • This informal history of the comic book chronicles, largely in their own words, the lives and careers of the artists and writers who created the most significant and memorable comic books and graphic novels. Stretching from Will Eisner, who start...



    • "Mach Go Go Go!" Speed Racer and all of the characters you know and love -- from Trixie to Chim-Chim and beyond -- are back in all-new adventures! Kicking off a new era of Speed, writer Arie Kaplan and artist Robby Musso expand the myth...



  • Jews created the first comic book, the first graphic novel, the first comic book convention, the first comic book specialty store, and they helped create the underground comics (or “Comix”) movement of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. Many of th...



  • Shadow Guy and Gamma Gal are two popular superhero penguins that originated in a popular play at Club Penguin's theater, where kids can put on virtual plays. In this hilarious, action-packed graphic novel, readers will find out the never-before-told ...



  • Open up this reader-sized book to find comic book-style interiors, with easy-to-read sentences and colorful stills from the popular television show. With three episode tie-in stories included, plus stickers and a poster, reluctant readers will giggle...



  • Nurk, an alien from the Planet Glorf, visits Earth. He wanders into a school where he discovers many new things like a ruler and books. He has no idea how to use these new items, but an Earthling boy comes to the rescue!...



  • Joining the Empire and becoming a Stormtrooper is the adventure of a lifetime, but it comes with its challenges. While you get to spend time telling people "these aren't the droids you're looking for," you've got to be prepared for hitting your head ...



  • Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Jurassic Park with this amazing Little Golden Book adaptation! In 1993 Academy Award-winning director Steven Spielberg introduced audiences everywhere to Jurassic Park, which instantly became a worldwide phenomeno...



  • Marvel's Avengers take on the cosmic bad guy Thanos in this all-new action-packed Little Golden Book! Iron Man, Wasp, Thor and Black Panther -- members of Marvel's Avengers -- team up to take on a threat to the entire galaxy in this out-of-this-wo...






  • Join the resistance and use the Force in this hilarious, fun-filled training manual that's part activity book and part guidebook. Plus, it includes a buildable Rey LEGO(R) minifigure!

    The official training manual for using the Force, c...



  • "A guide to all the awesome sharks from Hungry Shark! Comes with poster!

    Just in time for shark week comes this guide to all of the sharks from the Hungry Shark franchise. With exclusive info about fearsome fish like Tiger Shark and Great White...



  • Illumination's Despicable Me--now retold in a classic Little Golden Book! Meet the world's most notorious super-villain, Gru, his mischievous Minions, and the three little girls who turn him from superbad to Super Dad in this Little Golden...



  • Batman" wrestles with the villain Croc in this action-packed storybook with stickers!Batman follows the criminal Croc into the dark waters of the Gotham City swamp-but will the swamp's quicksand prove to be as deadly as his foe? Young Batman and DC...



  • Frankie Marble is shy. She is afraid of heights. She is too scared to enter the school talent show. But all that changes when she meets Bandit, the dog-that-is-definitely-not-a-dragon! Read all about their adventures in this graphic novel!...



  • Loki, god of mischief, pranks big brother Thor in this Little Golden Book!In Asgard and beyond, Thor's brother Loki is the master of mischief and loves pulling pranks with his mystical powers of illusion. This Little Golden Book about everyone's favo...



  • Lucas Torres is the smallest kid in his grade. But when he meets Trevor, the very best giant, Lucas realizes that his small size just might save the day. Follow the new friends as they use teamwork and discover that there is no right or wrong size. L...



  • Noah Gruelle knew there was something odd about Puzlefoot Bridge. But he never expected the clues to point him to Torvald, a troll living under the bridge! A mysterious spell causes Noah to get an even more up-close view of the surprising life of a t...



  • Illumination's hit movie Sing--now retold in the iconic Little Golden Book format!To save his struggling theater, Buster Moon hosts a singing competition with a prize that attracts animals from all over the city. Rosita, Johnny, Meena, and more talen...



  • Jurassic Park’s Mr. DNA introduces young readers to his favorite dinosaurs in this Little Golden Book -- just in time for Jurassic World Dominion, roaring into theaters June 10, 2022!Mr. DNA, the friendly animated strand of DNA who first appeared i...






  • Just in time for the 40th Anniversary of the beloved movie, you can take this adorable Funko Pop! Little Golden Book retelling of E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial home with you!Follow the adventures of E.T. and his friend Elliot in this delightful retellin...



  • Fans of all ages can go Back to the Future with Funko POP! versions of Marty McFly and Doc Brown in this retro Little Golden Book!Relive all the best moments of Marty McFly’s time-traveling journey to 1955 and then back again in this delightful Lit...



  • "Hey, you guys!" The Goonies Little Golden Book is based on the classic film that features those adventure-seeking Goonies as lovable Funko POP! figures!Follow Mikey and the other Goonies as they race to find the pirate treasure that will help them s...



  • Journey into the world of Minecraft in this Step 3 Step into Reading, the only official leveled reader series based on Minecraft, one of the world's best-selling video game!Minecraft® is one of the best-selling video game of all time! And now learni...



  • Inspired by the 1990's animated series , Marvel's mightiest mutants -- the X-Men -- arrive to save the day in their first ever Little Golden Book! Perfect for kids 2 to 5 as well as collectors and fans of all ages.Born with amazing mutant abilities a...



  • In this unique exploration of world mythology, discover how ancient tales across cultures have influenced today’s pop culture, from Beyoncé to Game of Thrones. Fun, engaging, and gorgeously illustrated, The Encyclopedia of Epic Myths and Lege...



  • In this unique exploration of world mythology, discover how ancient tales across cultures have influenced today’s pop culture, from Beyoncé to Game of Thrones. Fun, engaging, and gorgeously illustrated, The Encyclopedia of Epic Myth...



  • Journey into the world of Minecraft in this Step 3 leveled Step into Reading! Learn about Minecraft biomes, potions, and more -- all while learning to read! Perfect for kids who are ready to read on their own.Minecraft® is one of the best-selling vi...



  • A fun-packed graphic novel with Hanukkah-themed, science fiction adventure.Naomi and her best friend Ben love playing with the cool inventions Naomi's scientist mother always works on, like the holographic simulation room where they can fight dinosau...


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Arie Kaplan has published 28 books.

The next book by Arie Kaplan, The Day I Became a Potato Pancake, will be published in October 2024.

The first book by Arie Kaplan, Masters of the Comic Book Universe Revealed!, was published in September 2006.

No. Arie Kaplan does not write books in series.