Lauren Child Book order

November 29, 1965

Lauren Child is an author and illustrator whose works delve into the world of childhood with unparalleled playfulness and visual invention. Her writing, inspired by everyday life and chance observations, captures authentic moments of the child's experience. She skillfully combines her talent for design with a profound understanding of young minds, creating engaging and original narratives. Her distinctive style and focus on the essence of childhood experiences have made her books beloved by young readers.

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Clarice Bean: The Utterly Complete Collection

2025
Clarice Bean, Scram!
The Story of How We Got Our Dog
176 pages
7 hours of reading
"A superbly illustrated, slyly funny story of a four-legged family secret." --The Guardian (UK) It is sweltering hot, and Clarice Bean is bored, and boredom can lead to trouble, and trouble can lead to people getting very mad at you. Not good when the person who's mad at you is your sister and she has the thing you want most of all: a pair of roller skates. How can Clarice make things right when there's this dog who won't stop following her around? Doesn't he have a home of his own to go to? She's told him to scram, but he just won't listen. Find out in this story from the inimitable Lauren Child about falling out with a sister, falling in with a dog, and doing everything wrong, only to find you've got everything right.
2025
Clarice Bean, Smile
288 pages
11 hours of reading
Exploring themes of environmental awareness and personal growth, Clarice grapples with her overdue school project while reflecting on endangered species and the nature of happiness. Her daydreams may hold the key to her creativity, but she also faces challenges at home, including a forgetful grandfather and a stressed-out father. With Lauren Child's signature humor and charming illustrations, this story celebrates individuality and the impact one can have on the world around them.
2024
Smile
Clarice Bean is back with all her trademark humour in this heartwarming story by former Children’s Laureate Lauren Child
2023
Think Like an Elf
Join the one and only Clarice Bean and 'Think Like an Elf' in this irresistible and spectacularly sparkling Christmas story from the inimitable Lauren Child.
2022
Clarice Bean, Think Like an Elf
240 pages
9 hours of reading
Clarice Bean is eager to share her Christmas spirit through various acts of kindness, such as making cards for neighbors, supporting a friend, and participating in the Christmas concert. However, as she endeavors to spread joy, she discovers that the holiday season will be uniquely challenging for her family, hinting at underlying themes of resilience and the complexities of family dynamics during festive times.
2022
Scram!
4.7(41)Add rating
The exceptionordinary, effervescent Clarice Bean is back with her trademark heart and humour in this beautifully illustrated story by former Children's Laureate Lauren Child - a delightful summer read for the entire family!
2021
Clarice Bean
Join the one and only Clarice Bean and 'Think Like an Elf' in this irresistible and spectacularly sparkling Christmas story from the inimitable Lauren Child.
2020
The Goody
32 pages
2 hours of reading
3.5(74)Add rating
A touchingly funny tale of being GOOD, being BAD, and most importantly, being YOU from Lauren Child, multi-award-winning, bestselling creator of Charlie and Lola.
2019
Hubert Horatio: How to Raise Your Grown-Ups
208 pages
8 hours of reading
3.4(6)Add rating
The story features Hubert Horatio Bartle Bobton-Trent, a charming character brought to life by Lauren Child, known for her engaging illustrations and humor. Aimed at children six and older, this book promises laughter and delightful visuals, continuing the whimsical adventures that fans of Clarice Bean and Charlie and Lola will appreciate.
2019
Hubert Horatio. A very fishy tale
96 pages
4 hours of reading
3.9(26)Add rating
A hilarious new story about Hubert Horatio Bartle Bobton-Trent from Lauren Child - the superstar creator of Clarice Bean and Charlie and Lola - published especially for World Book Day! When Hubert Horatio is a baby, his parents take him on an outing. But it's not long before they are distracted by something in a shop window and let go of his pram. Hubert is surprised to find himself hurtling faster and faster down the hill before plummeting - splash! - into some water. From being mistaken for a haddock and wrapped in newspaper to granting three wishes, there are no end of surprises in this funny fishy tale, which proves that Hubert is indeed "one in a TRILLION". Legendary children's writer and Waterstones Children's Laureate 2017-2019 Lauren Child revisits one of her most popular characters in this brand-new, laugh-out-loud story about the rather unconventional Bobton-Trents! Perfect for children aged six and up.