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  • Bibliography:
    25 Books
  • First Book:
    June 2012
  • Latest Book:
    March 2024
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Book List in Order: 25 titles



  • When a day at the park doesn't go as planned, find out how Carmin takes a stand! Carmin Cares is the simple and touching story of a little girl who makes a difference-all because she gets gum stuck on her shoe while playing in the park! Through lo...



  • Playing and dancing, you're a star! Listen to Danza: Beautiful is what you are! 
    Danza and her friends are silly and sweet. Playing before the mirror, they are reminded of just how special they are. Parents and children alike can relate to t...



  • Enjoy this children's ebook from the Pumpkinheads series! Ella's toys are beyond compare, but playtime's more fun when she learns to share! Flaunting her toys but keeping them to herself is not much fun after the other kids lose interest. Left al...



  • Love Monster Lulu is scaring up snuggles! But with no one around, who's left to cuddle? Lulu is sad when she can't find anyone to share her love with, but her mother and sister give the comfort she needs in this sweet story showcasing the importan...



  • Find out what listening is really worth as Sage makes music from the sounds of the earth. Banging away on her drum, Sage can really make a racket! Stopping to listen to the world around her, Sage learns that music surrounds her in the simplest of ...



  • Imagine and dream. Play and learn. Now you have the wand. It is your turn. What will you change? Who will you be? Anything's possible - try it and see! Slide down rainbows and swing from stars! Bounce on clouds and drive fast cars! Join the Pumpkinhe...



  • Go, go, go! Peanut's not slow! But Peanut breaks the rules by running in the house. What will happen when Carmin discovers his big mess? Join Carmin and Peanut in this heartwarming story about learning from mistakes.Peanut's Mistake is part of the aw...



  • Ever wonder why there’s a little pink eraser on every pencil? Find out in this funny, clever picture book that tells the true story of how Pencil and Eraser became the best of friends. When Pencil draws on the pages of this book, Eraser erases p...



  • A purple marker shows his friends that being creative means sometimes coloring outside the lines in When Pencil Met the Markers, the imaginative, inspiring, and colorful follow-up to When Pencil Met Eraser from writers Karen Kilpatrick and Luis O. Ra...






  • Pop! is a children’s illustrated picture book exploring the power of self-acceptance & overcoming obstacles. Meet Otto, a young Kernel who’s been dreaming about the day he would pop. But what happens when Pop Day finally arrives, and th...



  • Help turn “I don’t likes” into open minds by following llama’s hilarious but unsuccessful journey to prove that Nobody Likes Unicorns! What will happen when a llama tries to convince a group of kids why nobody likes unicorns? ...



  • Share your love with a Smooch, an unbreakable bond that lasts for all time and in all circumstances! Smooch! A Kiss! It's stuck on you. The love inside is just like glue. Wipe or rub it's there to stay,'Cause kisses never fade away! This lively, hear...



  • A mermaid tale to inspire giggles in mermaid lovers everywhere! When a seahorse tries to convince a group of sea creatures why nobody likes mermaids, will it be the seahorse who learns something in the end? Come along on this imaginative, laugh out ...



  • A hilarious take on the beloved classic nursery rhyme with a modern, heartwarming twist. Mary's donkey follows her everywhere - from home to school to the store to the park. But everywhere that the donkey goes, he causes trouble! What can Mary do to...



  • From the award-winning creators of When Pencil Met Eraser comes a tale about underappreciated Glue, who longs to stand out, and soon meets a new friend, Glitter, who helps bring out her inner sparkle, confidence, and creativity. Perfect for back to s...



  • For fans of The Book With No Pictures and The Monster at the End of this Book, this funny and interactive picture book showcases a word-eating monster and the (adorable) surprise behind this frightful creature.Beware: There is a sleeping monster with...



  • A hilarious bedtime story that will get even the most reluctant kids ready for sleep through a fun (and educational) adventure! In addition to curbing fears of the dark, this creative entry in the field of bedtime books also encourage...



  • "Kids will laugh and learn as P.I. Butterfly solves the case!" - Jim Benton, NYT bestselling author (Dear Dumb Diary, Franny K. Stein, Catwad)This outlandish whodunit will keep readers guessing and laughing...all the way to the surprise ending! It...



  • Share your love with a Smooch, an unbreakable bond that lasts for all time and in all circumstances! Smooch! A Kiss! It's stuck on you. The love inside is just like glue. Wipe or rub it's there to stay,'Cause kisses never fade away! This lively, hear...






  • What happens when a Monster keeps eating its emotions? A hilarious adventure featuring a loveable character who learns that maybe expressing feelings is better than holding them inside. Monster is enjoying the day until it accidentally steps in mess,...



  • Can P.I. Butterfly save a birthday party gone bad? From mysterious disappearances to a house full of suspects, P.I. Butterfly must stop the Birthday Bandit before her younger brother’s birthday is completely ruined!First an “O” balloon goes mis...



  • The world will try and tell you who you are, but it’s up to you to decide who you want to be. From a very early age, children hear countless opinions (both positive and negative) from other people about themselves. My mom says I’m sweet, ...



  • SLEEP captures the magic of childhood and imagination through a unique and creative perspective, revealing the whimsy of dreams through word and letter concepts that will be sure to delight readers both young and old. Once there was a girl who could...



  • The third installment of the popular award-winning early graphic novel series!It's the opening night of the school play but Daisy, the lead of the show, has disappeared! There's no way Daisy would ever miss her starring role. With a class full of sus...



  • This heartfelt picture book captures the essence of what it means to be a parent or caregiver: being present. Inspired by the author’s long illness of her young daughter, this beautiful book’s loving words will remind readers that th...


Award-Winning Books by Karen Kilpatrick

When Pencil Met Eraser
2022 Beehive Award -- Picture Book


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Karen Kilpatrick has published 25 books.

Karen Kilpatrick does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, I Am Here, was published in March 2024.

The first book by Karen Kilpatrick, Carmin Cares, was published in June 2012.

No. Karen Kilpatrick does not write books in series.