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Janet Stevens

    Janet Stevens crafts imaginative children's stories, bringing to life a cast of humorous animal characters. Her distinctive artistic style and innate ability to imbue her creations with personality make her work particularly engaging for young readers. Often collaborating with her sister, Susan Stevens Crummel, she also lends her talents to texts by other esteemed authors.

    The Donkey Egg
    Cook-A-Doodle-Doo!
    Someday I'm Gonna Rent This Town!
    And the Dish Ran Away with the Spoon
    The Great Fuzz Frenzy
    My Big Dog
    • 2023

      Unworldly teenager Gemma was beginning her working life in a busy London office, with high hopes of following family tradition by establishing a career in the Civil Service. She had no idea a chance meeting a few days later would mean her chosen path heading way off course, sending her whole future in an entirely unplanned direction. No idea of the roller coaster she was embarking on, held for life by a soul-deep bond which could not be broken. She should have heeded the first warning, thus avoiding the emotional turmoil that lay in wait. Dave. Could she - should she - trust him? Faced with life changing situations and decisions, Gemma had the love and support of others to help her. Yet time after time, when she should have taken the opportunities to extricate herself from the all-consuming relationship, she would ultimately press the 'self-destruct' button, sending her spiralling back towards the man who possessed her. Dave. There was no escape... was there?

      Stolen Love
    • 2019

      The Donkey Egg

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.1(793)Add rating

      Featuring Bear and Hare from their Caldecott-Honor winning Tops & Bottoms, the Stevens sisters celebrate perseverance and teamwork in this laugh-out-loud story of triumph over trickery.

      The Donkey Egg
    • 2018

      Help Me, Mr. Mutt!

      • 56 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.1(1159)Add rating

      What's a dog to do with a problematic human? Mr. Mutt has the answers!

      Help Me, Mr. Mutt!
    • 2017

      The Great Fuzz Frenzy

      • 56 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.6(15)Add rating

      When a tennis ball lands in a prairie dog town, the residents find that their newfound frenzy for fuzz creates a fiasco.

      The Great Fuzz Frenzy
    • 2016

      And the Dish Ran Away with the Spoon

      • 56 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      The story revolves around the beloved characters Dish and Spoon, who embark on nightly adventures as they escape their routine. Each evening, they venture out, only to return by morning—until one fateful night when their escapade takes an unexpected turn. This whimsical tale explores themes of adventure, friendship, and the thrill of breaking free from the ordinary.

      And the Dish Ran Away with the Spoon
    • 2015
    • 2011

      Little Red Pen

      • 56 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Poor Little Red Pen! She can't possibly correct a mountain of homework all by herself.

      Little Red Pen
    • 2009

      My Big Dog

      • 40 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.6(29)Add rating

      This bestselling story humorously explores the antics and rivalry between cats and dogs, bringing their playful dynamics to life. With engaging characters and comedic situations, it promises to entertain readers of all ages. The return of this beloved tale in a Dragonfly paperback format makes it an accessible addition to any collection.

      My Big Dog
    • 2005

      Cook-A-Doodle-Doo!

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.2(451)Add rating

      A determined rooster and his quirky friends—Turtle, Iguana, and Potbellied Pig—embark on a culinary adventure to create the ultimate strawberry shortcake. Despite their lack of cooking skills, they learn essential techniques with Rooster's guidance, navigating humorous mishaps along the way. The story combines an old family recipe with comedic moments, making it an entertaining picture book for children that emphasizes teamwork and creativity in the kitchen.

      Cook-A-Doodle-Doo!
    • 2002

      Anansi and the Magic Stick

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      It's a fine bright day, and all the animals are working--all except Anansi, that is! He's sleeping, as usual. Warthog, Lion, and Zebra laugh so hard at his messy house that they wake him up. Anansi stomps off in a huff--right into an amazing secret! Hyena has a magic stick that follows his orders. If Anansi steals the stick, he'll never have to work again, and his home will be the neatest one in town. Is the magic stick his secret for success? Or the beginning of disasters he can't even imagine?

      Anansi and the Magic Stick