Books written by Cynthia Rylant

A Little Shopping: Ready-for-Chapters

Rosie, Lily, and Tess, three cousins who are living together with their aunt, decide to make a miniature flower shop just like Aunt Lucy's real shop, and give it to her as a gift.

Brownie & Pearl Make Good

After accidentally breaking a radio, a little girl and her cat try to make up for their mistake.

Henry and Mudge and the Wild Goose Chase

Henry and his dog Mudge tangle with a grumpy goose when they visit a farm.

I Had Seen Castles

Now an old man, John is haunted by memories of enlisting to fight in World War II, a decision which forced him to face the horrors of war and changed his life forever.

Henry and Mudge and the Bedtime Thumps

Level 2 Ready-to-Read Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And in this ninth book of their adventures they spend a scary night together at Henry's grandmother's house in the country.

The Blue Hill Meadows

Tells the story of the Meadow family and the life they lead in the quiet country town of Blue Hill, Virginia.

Brownie & Pearl Step Out

A little girl named Brownie arrives at a birthday party feeling shy while her cat Pearl confidently enters through the "kitty door."

Henry and Mudge and the Forever Sea

Level 2 Ready-to-Read Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And in this sixth book of their adventures they share a fun-filled day at the beach.

Every Living Thing

Here are twelve deeply moving short stories from the perceptive pen of Cynthia Rylant.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Spin the Yarn

Trying to be neighborly, Mr. Putter decides to serve tea to Mrs. Teaberry's knitting club but chaos ensues when Tabby the cat and Zeke the dog find the party irresistible. Jr Lib Guild. Reprint.

Puppies and Piggies

Rhyming text describes what various animals do and what they love, as well as a baby who loves his bed and his mother.

Margaret, Frank, and Andy: Three Writers' Stories

Profiles three enduring figures in children's literature--Margaret Wise Brown, L. Frank Baum, and E. B. White--paying particular attention to the special moments that shaped their lives and their stories.

Children of Christmas: Stories for the Season

Six quiet stories about the emotions of Christmas.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Make a Wish

Happy birthday, Mr. Putter! “The humor in the illustrations as well as in the text will keep readers glued to the pages.”—School Library Journal (starred review) Mr. Putter is sure he is too old for birthday celebrations.

Puppy Mudge Finds a Friend

Puppy Mudge and his new friend, Fluffy, play and play until they get so tired that they curl up together for a nap. Who says cats and dogs can't be friends?