Books by William Bee
Beware of the Frog
by William Bee
With deliciously ugly villains and a gasp-inducing ending, this quirky tale of the unexpected will have readers croaking with laughter.
Sweet old Mrs. Collywobbles lives on the edge of a big, dark, scary wood, so it’s a good thing that she has a pet frog to protect her. Too bad for the Greedy Goblin, the Smelly Troll, and the Giant Hungry Ogre, who don’t take this little amphibian seriously (GOBBLE)!
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Whatever
by Michel Houellebecq, William Bee
It takes extreme measures to get a response out of the stubbornly indifferent Billy in a wry little tale that readers of all ages will surely relate to.
Billy can be very difficult to please. Show him something very tall or very small, and he'll say, "whatever." Let him play inside the bounciest castle, and he'll shrug and say, "whatever." Take him for a ride in the smokiest train or the speediest spaceship — it doesn't matter. Billy's reaction is always the same. What might the surly boy say if a hungry tiger came by and his nonchalant dad gave Billy a taste of his own medicine? William Bee's quirky illustrations give an amusing new spin to a familiar scenario that will have both children and adults laughing in recognition.
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Whatever
by Michel Houellebecq, William Bee
"Houellebecq captures precisely the cynical disillusionment of disaffected youth."Booklist
"This boy needs serious therapy. He may be beyond help."The Washington Post
Just thirty, with a well-paid job, depression and no love life, the narrator and anti-hero par excellence of this grim, funny, and clever novel smokes four packs of cigarettes a day and writes weird animal stories in his spare time.
A painfully realistic portrayal of the vanishing freedom of a world governed by science and by the empty rituals of daily life.
Michel Houellebecq is a multi-award-winning French author. He currently lives in Spain.
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And the Train Goes...
by William Bee
Climb aboard for a quirky look at life on a train, chock-full of sound words and sly surprises.
CHUFF-CHUFF, CHUFFERTY-CHUFF...PUFF-PUFF, PUFFERTY-PUFF...
Here’s one train you don’t want to miss! From the stout stationmaster to the chickens a-laying, from a traveling teapot to a chaotic class trip, the clever visual details aboard every teeming car will have readers riding this train again and again. Woo-wooooo!
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Worst in Show
by Anna E. Collins, William Bee
Best in Show meets You’ve Got Mail in this rivals-to-lovers romcom following a woman ready to do whatever it takes to save her grandpa’s shop—even if that means training a wild pup for a dog show, side-by-side with her greatest rival.
Aspiring fashion designer Cora Lewis should have known better. Entering her grandpa’s extremely adorable—and totally unruly—pups in a dog show? What was she thinking? Oh, right. Her grandpa is injured, his beloved pet shop is losing the fight against the upscale dog boutique across the street, and his business and home are on the line. She needs that prize money to save the day—and if the only way to win is to train with her strongest adversary, then she’ll suck it up and ask for help.
Rival store owner Leo Salinger is everything Cora is not: successful, wealthy, and overly ambitious. She would never guess that he is also the kind and witty pen pal she's met on a local message board. But somewhere between teaching pups to heel, fetch, and stay, Cora and Leo are finding a little competition can ignite a serious attraction. Can they stop this sexy spark . . . before all her dreams go to the dogs?
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Worst in Show
by Anna E. Collins, William Bee
William Bee’s clever tale of celebrating every kind of winner—warts optional—is brought to vibrant life by Kate Hindley’s hilarious illustrations.
It’s time for the Best Monster in the World Competition, and Albert can’t wait to enter his very own monster, Sidney, in the contest! Albert is absolutely sure that his pet is a winner. But, as monsters go, is sweet, well-behaved Sidney really the smelliest, dirtiest, most parasite-ridden monster of all?
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Migloo's Weekend
by William Bee
Join Migloo, everyone’s favorite dog, in another comical, jam-packed search-and-find storybook experience from William Bee.
Migloo, the star of Migloo’s Day, is back — and it’s the weekend! Migloo and his Sunnytown friends are throwing off their uniforms and living large, going on trips to the museum, the outdoor cinema, the racetrack, and the glitzy fairground. There might even be a film star sighting in the offing, too! Packed with all the interactive features of its predecessor — humorous visual narratives, a dizzying gatefold, and a play page packed with many more things to find — this much-awaited follow-up to Migloo’s Day finds Sunnytown to be funnier, sillier, and busier than ever before.
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Arty: The Greatest Artist in the World
by William Bee
Meet Arty, the frog that paints—and find out how he became the world’s greatest artist!
Arty is a frog—but not just any frog. He’s the greatest artist in the whole wide world! Join him and his agent, Mr. Grimaldi, and find out how Arty became famous by painting a series of record-setting masterpieces. Along the way, they end up in lots of strange and funny situations, from balancing on a stepladder at the top of Mount Everest to being strapped to the wing of a supersonic plane. Kids will laugh at Arty’s antics even as they’re inspired to get creative themselves.
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Stanley the Farmer (Stanley Picture Books, 3)
by William Bee
It’s another busy day for Stanley and friends on the farm!
“This first taste of farming will be loved by parents and children alike.” ―School Library Journal
From plowing the field, to planting and watering the seeds, to harvesting the wheat―all on his trusty red tractor, big green combine, blue baler, and trailer―Stanley the hamster has a lot to do on his farm. Luckily, his friends Shamus and Little Woo lend a helping hand. And at the end of a day of hard work, Stanley returns home where it’s “Time for supper! Time for a bath! And time for bed!”
Perfect for fans of Lucy Cousins’ Maisy series, Stanley the Farmer by William Bee is a simple yet engaging look at how farmers grow and harvest crops. It’s chock-full of equipment, tools, and vehicles and features bold, brightly colored illustrations with thick black outlines that are perfect for a young audience. It ends with a familiar, comforting bedtime refrain that puts little ones in the mind to go to sleep.
The sturdy padded picture book format is ideal for readers at a transitional age between board books and picture books, and the Stanley books are trusted models for basic preschool concepts such as colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, community helpers, jobs and careers, vehicles, and daily routines.
Don’t miss any of the titles in the Stanley series!
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Stanley's Diner (Stanley Picture Books)
by William Bee
It's another busy day for Stanley and friends at the diner!
Eggs and pancakes, coming right up! Stanley is cooking for all his hungry friends in his diner, while Hattie takes their orders. Then Stanley bakes and serves up a special cake—all for one very special "little" customer.
Accessible text and brightly colored illustrations helpfully convey restaurants and kitchens for toddlers who love equipment, tools, and vehicles. After a hard day at work, Stanley winds down his day with a familiar supper and bath routine that makes this series a great pick for bedtime reading!
William Bee's beloved Stanley series is a trusted model for basic preschool concepts like colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, jobs and daily routines. Toddlers will love hanging out with this adorable cast of friendly neighborhood critters in any of the available series titles. Help your little one collect them all!
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Stanley the Builder (Stanley Picture Books, 1)
by William Bee
It’s another busy day for Stanley and friends on the construction site!
“Simplicity and good design make this pleasing picture book a riveting choice for young children intrigued by seeing big machines, using hand tools, and building things.” ―Booklist Online
When Myrtle buys a plot of land, she asks her friend Stanley to build her a new house. He works step by step – from clearing the site with his orange bulldozer, to lifting beams with his green crane. Luckily, Stanley’s friend Charlie helps out, too. And at the end of a hard day of working, Stanley returns home where it’s “Time for supper! Time for a bath! And time for bed!”
Stanley the Builder shows young readers―with simple steps, accessible text, and brightly colored illustrations―how construction workers build a house. Toddlers who love equipment, tools, and vehicles won’t be disappointed! It ends with a familiar, comforting bedtime refrain that puts little ones in the mind to go to sleep.
Perfect for fans of Maisy and vehicles, tools, and equipment, William Bee’s beloved Stanley series features Stanley, an adorable hardworking hamster, and his community of rodent friends as they work different jobs and help each other along the way. The sturdy padded picture book format is ideal for readers at a transitional age between board books and picture books, and the books are trusted models for basic preschool concepts including colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, community helpers, jobs and careers, vehicles, and daily routines.
Don’t miss any of the titles in the Stanley series!
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Stanley's Garage (Stanley Picture Books, 2)
by William Bee
It’s another busy day for Stanley and friends at his garage!
From filling up Hattie’s red speedster with gas to changing the tire on Shamus and Little Woo’s blue station wagon, it sure is a busy day for Stanley at his garage. As his friends each come in with different car problems, Stanley the hamster knows just what to do to get them back on the road.
Auto-obsessed preschoolers will be thrilled with the tools, processes, and brightly colored vehicles at Stanley’s garage. And at the end of a day of hard work, Stanley goes home where it’s “Time for supper! Time for a bath! And time for bed!”
Perfect for toddler fans of Maisy, William Bee’s beloved Stanley series features Stanley, an adorable hardworking hamster, and his community of rodent friends as they work different jobs and help each other along the way. The sturdy padded picture book format is ideal for readers at a transitional age between board books and picture books, and the books are trusted models of basic preschool concepts such as colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, community helpers, jobs and careers, vehicles, and daily routines.
Don’t miss any of the titles in the Stanley series!
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Stanley the Mailman (Stanley Picture Books)
by William Bee
It's another busy day for Stanley and friends on the mail route!
Stanley gets up before sunrise to sort through the mail in his post office. Then he sets off on his sporty blue scooter to deliver letters and gifts to his friends around town. Myrtle, Little Woo, and Charlie all receive exciting presents and correspondence. But will everyone be happy with what's in Stanley's mailbag?
Accessible text and brightly colored illustrations helpfully convey postal delivery for toddlers who love equipment, tools, and vehicles. After a hard day at work, Stanley winds down his day with a familiar supper and bath routine that makes this series a great pick for bedtime reading!
William Bee's beloved Stanley series is a trusted model for basic preschool concepts like colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, jobs and daily routines. Toddlers will love hanging out with this adorable cast of friendly neighborhood critters in any of the available series titles. Help your little one collect them all!
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Stanley's Store (Stanley Picture Books)
by William Bee
It's another busy day for Stanley and friends at the grocery store!
Stanley has fresh fruits and veggies to be unloaded, Myrtle needs help at the cheese counter, Shamus and Little Woo's groceries must be rung up, and―oh no! Charlie just knocked over Stanley's produce display. Running a grocery store is hard work, but Stanley pulls through!
Accessible text and brightly colored illustrations helpfully convey grocery stores and shopping for toddlers who love equipment, tools, and vehicles. After a hard day at work, Stanley winds down his day with a familiar supper and bath routine that makes this series a great pick for bedtime reading!
William Bee's beloved Stanley series is a trusted model for basic preschool concepts like colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, jobs and daily routines. Toddlers will love hanging out with this adorable cast of friendly neighborhood critters in any of the available series titles. Help your little one collect them all!
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Stanley's Fire Engine (Stanley Picture Books)
by William Bee
It's another busy day for Stanley and friends on the fire engine!
Stanley keeps his fire engine in tip-top condition. It has a tall ladder, a big water tank, and a long hose. When Charlie's barbecue gets out of control, Stanley jumps to the rescue. CLANG! CLANG! CLANG! Out of the way!
Accessible text and brightly colored illustrations helpfully convey fire safety for toddlers who love equipment, tools, and vehicles. After a hard day at work, Stanley winds down his day with a familiar supper and bath routine that makes this series a great pick for bedtime reading!
William Bee's beloved Stanley series is a trusted model for basic preschool concepts like colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, jobs and daily routines. Toddlers will love hanging out with this adorable cast of friendly neighborhood critters in any of the available series titles. Help your little one collect them all!
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Stanley's Fire Engine (Stanley Picture Books)
by William Bee
Everyone’s favorite hard-working hamster is back―and he’s on a fire truck! Follow along as firefighter Stanley and his friends help their community with an array of emergencies.
“An adorable hamster, a fire engine, and fireworks: high preschooler appeal.” ―Kirkus Reviews
It’s another busy day at Stanley’s Fire Station!
Stanley keeps his fire engine in tip-top condition. It needs to be ready for anything. It has a tall ladder, a big water tank, and a long hose. Uh-oh. The fire station has a phone call: Charlie’s barbecue is out of control. CLANG! CLANG! CLANG! Out of the way! Stanley’s on the job!
Stanley’s Fire Engine stars all of Stanley’s rodent friends in a brightly colored celebration of everyone’s favorite rescue vehicle. Not only is there an adorable fire truck, there’s also a ladder, hose, and fire extinguisher. The story is playful and fun and filled with important examples of the way firefighters help their communities. A great book for fire safety units, community helper lessons, and more.
Perfect for fans of Maisy, William Bee’s beloved Stanley series features adorable hardworking hamster Stanley and his community of rodent friends as they work different jobs and help each other along the way. The sturdy padded picture book format is ideal for readers at a transitional age between board books and picture books, and the books are trusted models of basic preschool concepts such as colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, community helpers, jobs and careers, vehicles, and daily routines.
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Stanley's Toy Box (Stanley Board Books)
by William Bee
Everybody's favorite hard-working hamster introduces young readers to common toys found at home.
Join Stanley and friends at the park where they explore all the toys in Stanley's toy box. They skip rope, bounce bouncy balls, sail toy boats, and fly kites. But what else is in Stanley's toy box?
This early board book on toy vocabulary and object identification will appeal to toddlers who are eager to learn more about their world.
William Bee's beloved Stanley series is a trusted model for basic preschool concepts like colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, jobs and daily routines. Toddlers will love hanging out with this adorable cast of friendly neighborhood critters in any of the available series titles. Help your little one collect them all!
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Stanley's Lunch Box (Stanley Board Books)
by William Bee
Everyone’s favorite hard-working hamster Stanley introduces young readers to a variety of simple foods as he packs his lunchbox for a very important picnic.
Join Stanley as he visits his local market to shop for items to pack in his lunch box. He’ll get bread from Gabriel, cheese from Hattie, and fruit from George. Hmmm… What will Stanley make for his lunch?
An early introduction to food vocabulary and variety, this board book will appeal to Stanley’s youngest fans.
Stanley activity kit available!
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Stanley's Train (Stanley Picture Books)
by William Bee
It's another busy day for Stanley and friends on the train!
All aboard and tickets ready, please. Stanley and Charlie oil and grease the gears and shovel coal in the firebox before the train heads off on an adventure. The passengers have a beach ball, a toy boat, and an inner tube. Where could Stanley's train be headed?
Accessible text and brightly colored illustrations helpfully convey public transportation for toddlers who love equipment, tools, and vehicles. After a hard day at work, Stanley winds down his day with a familiar supper and bath routine that makes this series a great pick for bedtime reading!
William Bee's beloved Stanley series is a trusted model for basic preschool concepts like colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, jobs and daily routines. Toddlers will love hanging out with this adorable cast of friendly neighborhood critters in any of the available series titles. Help your little one collect them all!
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Stanley's Boat
by William Bee
It’s another busy day for Stanley and friends at the boatyard!
Accessible text and brightly colored illustrations helpfully convey tugboats for toddlers who love equipment, tools, and vehicles. After a hard day at work, Stanley winds down his day with a familiar supper and bath routine that makes this series a great pick for bedtime reading!
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And the Cars Go...
by William Bee
Hop in for a droll read-aloud vrooming with sound words and intricate illustrations of all things that go.
What’s this? A huge traffic jam? But everyone’s in a hurry! There’s the family in the paneled station wagon (brrrm, brrrmm), packed to the roof rack with gear for the beach. There’s the be-hatted Duke and Duchess, out for a drive in their ornate Rolls Royce (whisper, whisper). Not to mention a yellow school bus bursting with kids in beanies (chug, chug), an overheating race car (bang, hissssss . . .), an ice-cream truck ("Mamma mia! My ice cream is melting!"), and other vehicles revving to go. Who — or what — could be holding them all up?
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Stanley the Baker
by William Bee
It’s another busy day for Stanley and friends at the bakery!
Accessible text and brightly colored illustrations helpfully convey the process of turning ingredients into baked goods for toddlers who love equipment, tools, and food. Stanley’s entire community gets involved in the baking process, from milling flour and proofing bread to delivering goodies to customers. After a busy day at work, Stanley unwinds with his familiar supper and bath routine that makes this series a great pick for bedtime reading!
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Stanley's Diner
by William Bee
It's another busy day for Stanley and friends at the diner!
Eggs and pancakes, coming right up! Stanley is cooking for all his hungry friends in his diner, while Hattie takes their orders. Then Stanley bakes and serves up a special cake—all for one very special "little" customer.
Accessible text and brightly colored illustrations helpfully convey restaurants and kitchens for toddlers who love equipment, tools, and vehicles. After a hard day at work, Stanley winds down his day with a familiar supper and bath routine that makes this series a great pick for bedtime reading!
William Bee's beloved Stanley series is a trusted model for basic preschool concepts like colors and shapes, kindness and teamwork, jobs and daily routines. Toddlers will love hanging out with this adorable cast of friendly neighborhood critters in any of the available series titles. Help your little one collect them all!
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