Henry Cole

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  • Bibliography:
    26 Books (1 Series)
  • First Book:
    May 1995
  • Latest Book:
    March 2024
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Full Series List in Order

Brambleheart

1 - Brambleheart (Feb-2016)
2 - Bayberry Island (May-2017)

Book List in Order: 26 titles

  • Jack's Garden

    Come to the garden that Jack planted. You will see seeds and seedlings, buds and leaves. You will meet birds and bugs and butterflies. And best of all, you will watch the garden bloom! *

    * And maybe you will plant a garden yourself!

  • I Took a Walk

    Have you ever sat quietly near a stream, or in a meadow or a wood, and just looked and listened? Well, now is your chance-come walk with Henry Cole in this delightful follow-up to Jack's Garden. Vibrant, die-cut flaps fold out, inviting young viewers...

  • Warthogs Paint

    The companion to Warthogs in the Kitchen: A Sloppy Counting Book introduces readers to primary and secondary colors as a pack of warthogs do some wild painting in order to entertain themselves on a rainy day....

  • On Meadowview Street

    Caroline lives on Meadowview Street. But where's the meadow? Where's the view? There's nothing growing in her front yard except grass. Then she spots a flower and a butterfly and a bird and Caroline realizes that with her help, maybe Meadowview St...

  • Trudy

    When Esme meets Trudy at the county auction, she knows there's something really special about her.

    "She's quite a goat!"

    But she doesn't know how special, until she takes her home: Trudy can predict the weather. Esme's goat becomes a l...

  • A Nest for Celeste

    A beautifully illustrated novel about a mouse, her friendship with Audubon's apprentice, and her search for home. Beneath the crackled and faded painting of a horse, underneath the worn and dusty floorboards of the dining room, lives Celeste, a mo...

  • The Littlest Evergreen

    The littlest evergreen lived a quiet life on a peaceful hillside. Then one December evening, everything changed. . . . Henry Cole’s The Littlest Evergreen sends a beautiful and timely message about nurturing life. ...

  • That Matheson Kid

    That Matheson Kid - Henry Cole...

  • Unspoken

    A young girl's courage is tested in this haunting, wordless story. When a farm girl discovers a runaway slave hiding in the barn, she is at once startled and frightened. But the stranger's fearful eyes weigh upon her conscience, and she mu...



  • Big Bug

    Size is relative, but everything is worth seeing in this concept book from the illustrator of And Tango Makes Three. Beginning with a beautiful close-up of a “big” ladybug, this book artfully depicts the concept of scale. The book zooms out fr...

  • Brambleheart

    Brambleheart - 1

    From the beloved illustrator and author of A Nest for Celeste comes Brambleheart, a beautiful tale about nature, imagination, and how love is the greatest thing we build. With stunning black-and-white artwork and a gorgeous package, Henry Cole’s an...

  • Spot, the Cat

    Simple and stunning images tell the story of a cat named Spot as he weaves his way in and out of a city in this wordless picture book from award-winning author-illustrator Henry Cole. Through this gorgeous visual narrative, Henry Cole shows us a d...

  • The Somewhat True Adventures of Sammy Shine

    Sammy Shine's life as Hank's pet mouse is simple and quiet -- until he flies off in remote controlled airplane and gets lost.When Sammy Shine crashes into the forest, he ends up in a whole new world; no longer does he live in comfort in his shoe box ...

  • Eddie the Bully

    A thoughtful anti-bullying book from the talented author/illustrator Henry Cole!Eddie the chicken is the meanest kid in class. He may be the smallest, but he is the biggest bully. He calls people names, hides people’s homework, and trips people. No...

  • Bayberry Island

    Brambleheart - 2

    In Henry Cole’s beautifully illustrated sequel to Brambleheart, reminiscent of Brian Jacques’s Redwall and Avi’s Poppy series, Twig’s fantastical adventures continue as he and his animal friends set sail to reunite Char with his dragon family...

  • Another Quest for Celeste

    Celebrated author and illustrator Henry Cole uses stunningly detailed black-and-white artwork to illuminate a tale of friendship between an adventurous mouse and a boy who would become one of America's greatest presidents. Celeste is hundreds of ...

  • Try a Little Kindness

    In this funny picture book, bestselling illustrator Henry Cole shows kids different ways to be kind with his hysterical cartoon animal characters. Each page features a different way to be a good person, like using proper manners, telling someone t...

  • Spot & Dot

    From beloved author-illustrator Henry Cole comes the stunning follow-up to Spot, the Cat. In this beautiful wordless picture book, Spot the cat finds a dog named Dot who’s off on her own adventure through the city! In Henry Cole’s vivid wordle...

  • Nesting

    Award-winning author-illustrator Henry Cole soars to new heights in this stunning picture book about robins: their homes, their lives, and their families. In this black-and-white picture book highlighted with robin’s egg blue, the reader will fo...



  • One Little Bag

    An evocative wordless picture book that is a loving tribute to mindful living on our precious planet.* "Beautifully effective." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Deeply profound... compelling... emotionally resonant." -- School Library Journal, sta...

  • Homer on the Case

    A homing pigeon teams up with a parrot and their human owners to investigate an animal crime spree in this action-packed, illustrated detective story from Henry Cole.Homing pigeon Homer and realizes something is afoul when he witnesses four-legged cr...

  • Principal Tate Is Running Late!

    When their principal is running late, all members of Hardy School must work together to keep things running smoothly! This jaunty and upbeat picture book from celebrated author-illustrator Henry Cole is perfect for back-to-school and all year round. ...

  • Adventure Awaits

    In this beautiful board book from the creator of Big Bug and Spot, the Cat, simple text and lovely illustrations tell the story of a dog and cat whose adventures bring them together.A cat and a dog set off on their own adventures, each intrigued by s...

  • Building

  • Forever Home

    A heart-tugging story about an abandoned dog who is looking for a forever home -- and a boy who finds him!... “An exquisitely rendered, touching story of companionship and belonging." " Kirkus Reviews, starred review... "This sweet and touchi...

  • Albert's ABCs

    Over the course of a day, big brother Albert manages his interactions with his little brother Baxter and the feelings that result, in this relatable romp through the alphabet.Big brother Albert gets increasingly frustrated with little brother Ba...

Award-Winning Books by Henry Cole

Unspoken
2013 Jefferson Cup -- Younger Readers


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Henry Cole has published 26 books.

Henry Cole does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, Albert's ABCs, was published in March 2024.

The first book by Henry Cole, Jack's Garden, was published in May 1995.

Yes. Henry Cole has 1 series.
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