John Kelly

About The Author

John Kelly has been creating children’s books since 1990, combining his talent for drawing with a passion for explaining science, history, and engineering in engaging ways. He has designed hundreds of titles for publishers and licensors like Dorling Kindersley, Lucasfilm, and Disney. His debut picture book, Guess Who’s Coming for Dinner? (The Mystery of Eatum Hall in the US), led to a successful career as an author and illustrator, with works translated into over 20 languages. Twice shortlisted for both the Kate Greenaway Medal and the Royal Society Junior Science Book Prize, John continues to inspire young readers with imaginative stories, including his recent series, The Monster Doctor, published by Macmillan UK.

Appearances

AUG 15
12:00AM
In Person

Book reading and Q&A

Cover to Cover
2116 Arlington Avenue
Columbus, OH 43221
OCT 3
12:00AM
In Person

Book Reading

Interabang Books
5600 W Lovers Ln #142
Dallas, TX 75209

Books by John Kelly

Andy (Spanish Edition)

La historia de un perro

By John Kelly
Producer Ignite Animation Studios / With Canine Companions
Adaptado del cortometraje del mismo nombre, este conmovedor libro ilustrado para niños sigue el recorrido de un cachorro determinado que supera la adversidad para descubrir su propósito como perro de servicio.

"Una historia cautivadora y muy necesaria que muestra a los niños la i...
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Andy

A Dog's Tale (Canine Companions)

By John Kelly
Producer Ignite Animation Studios / With Canine Companions
Adapted from the award-winning short film of the same name, this heartwarming children’s picture book follows the journey of a determined puppy who overcomes adversity to discover his purpose as a service dog.

"An engaging and very necessary story that shows kids the importance o...
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