Arie Kaplan

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  • Bibliography:
    29 Books
  • First Book:
    September 2006
  • Latest Book:
    May 2025
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Multi-Author Series List

Club Penguin

Shadow Guy and Gamma Gal: Heroes Unite (Sep-2010)

Discover Graphics: Mythical Creatures

Frankie and the Dragon (Jan-2021)
The Troll Under Puzzlefoot Bridge (Jan-2021)
Trevor, the Very Best Giant (Jan-2021)

LEGO Star Wars

The Official Stormtrooper Training Manual (Feb-2017)

Penguins of Madagascar

Penguins on a Mission (Oct-2010)

Star Wars

The Official Stormtrooper Training Manual (Feb-2017)

Book List in Order: 29 titles

  • Masters of the Comic Book Universe Revealed!

    This informal history of the comic book chronicles, largely in their own words, the lives and careers of the artists and writers who created the most significant and memorable comic books and graphic novels. Stretching from Will Eisner, who start...

  • Speed Racer: Chronicles of the Racer

    • "Mach Go Go Go!" Speed Racer and all of the characters you know and love -- from Trixie to Chim-Chim and beyond -- are back in all-new adventures! Kicking off a new era of Speed, writer Arie Kaplan and artist Robby Musso expand the myth...

  • From Krakow to Krypton: Jews and Comic Books

    Jews created the first comic book, the first graphic novel, the first comic book convention, the first comic book specialty store, and they helped create the underground comics (or “Comix”) movement of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. Many of th...

  • Shadow Guy and Gamma Gal: Heroes Unite

    Club Penguin

    Shadow Guy and Gamma Gal are two popular superhero penguins that originated in a popular play at Club Penguin's theater, where kids can put on virtual plays. In this hilarious, action-packed graphic novel, readers will find out the never-before-told ...

  • Penguins on a Mission

    Penguins of Madagascar

    Open up this reader-sized book to find comic book-style interiors, with easy-to-read sentences and colorful stills from the popular television show. With three episode tie-in stories included, plus stickers and a poster, reluctant readers will giggle...

  • The New Kid from Planet Glorf

    Nurk, an alien from the Planet Glorf, visits Earth. He wanders into a school where he discovers many new things like a ruler and books. He has no idea how to use these new items, but an Earthling boy comes to the rescue!...

  • The Official Stormtrooper Training Manual

    LEGO Star Wars
    Star Wars

    Joining the Empire and becoming a Stormtrooper is the adventure of a lifetime, but it comes with its challenges. While you get to spend time telling people "these aren't the droids you're looking for," you've got to be prepared for hitting your head ...

  • Jurassic Park

    Little Golden Books

    Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Jurassic Park with this amazing Little Golden Book adaptation! In 1993 Academy Award-winning director Steven Spielberg introduced audiences everywhere to Jurassic Park, which instantly became a worldwide phenomeno...

  • The Threat of Thanos!

    Little Golden Books

    Marvel's Avengers take on the cosmic bad guy Thanos in this all-new action-packed Little Golden Book! Iron Man, Wasp, Thor and Black Panther -- members of Marvel's Avengers -- team up to take on a threat to the entire galaxy in this out-of-this-wo...



  • The Official Force Training Manual

    Join the resistance and use the Force in this hilarious, fun-filled training manual that's part activity book and part guidebook. Plus, it includes a buildable Rey LEGO(R) minifigure!

    The official training manual for using the Force, c...

  • Official Shark-Tastic Guide

    "A guide to all the awesome sharks from Hungry Shark! Comes with poster!

    Just in time for shark week comes this guide to all of the sharks from the Hungry Shark franchise. With exclusive info about fearsome fish like Tiger Shark and Great White...

  • Despicable Me

    Little Golden Books

    Illumination's Despicable Me--now retold in a classic Little Golden Book! Meet the world's most notorious super-villain, Gru, his mischievous Minions, and the three little girls who turn him from superbad to Super Dad in this Little Golden...

  • Croc Attacks!

    Batman" wrestles with the villain Croc in this action-packed storybook with stickers!Batman follows the criminal Croc into the dark waters of the Gotham City swamp-but will the swamp's quicksand prove to be as deadly as his foe? Young Batman and DC...

  • Frankie and the Dragon

    Discover Graphics: Mythical Creatures

    Frankie Marble is shy. She is afraid of heights. She is too scared to enter the school talent show. But all that changes when she meets Bandit, the dog-that-is-definitely-not-a-dragon! Read all about their adventures in this graphic novel!...

  • Loki Little Golden Book

    Little Golden Books

    Loki, god of mischief, pranks big brother Thor in this Little Golden Book!In Asgard and beyond, Thor's brother Loki is the master of mischief and loves pulling pranks with his mystical powers of illusion. This Little Golden Book about everyone's favo...

  • Trevor, the Very Best Giant

    Discover Graphics: Mythical Creatures

    Lucas Torres is the smallest kid in his grade. But when he meets Trevor, the very best giant, Lucas realizes that his small size just might save the day. Follow the new friends as they use teamwork and discover that there is no right or wrong size. L...

  • The Troll Under Puzzlefoot Bridge

    Discover Graphics: Mythical Creatures

    Noah Gruelle knew there was something odd about Puzlefoot Bridge. But he never expected the clues to point him to Torvald, a troll living under the bridge! A mysterious spell causes Noah to get an even more up-close view of the surprising life of a t...

  • Illumination's Sing Little Golden Book

    Little Golden Books

    Illumination's hit movie Sing--now retold in the iconic Little Golden Book format!To save his struggling theater, Buster Moon hosts a singing competition with a prize that attracts animals from all over the city. Rosita, Johnny, Meena, and more talen...

  • Mr. DNA's Book of Dinosaurs

    Little Golden Books

    Jurassic Park’s Mr. DNA introduces young readers to his favorite dinosaurs in this Little Golden Book -- just in time for Jurassic World Dominion, roaring into theaters June 10, 2022!Mr. DNA, the friendly animated strand of DNA who first appeared i...



  • E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

    Little Golden Books

    Just in time for the 40th Anniversary of the beloved movie, you can take this adorable Funko Pop! Little Golden Book retelling of E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial home with you!Follow the adventures of E.T. and his friend Elliot in this delightful retellin...

  • Back to the Future

    Little Golden Books

    Fans of all ages can go Back to the Future with Funko POP! versions of Marty McFly and Doc Brown in this retro Little Golden Book!Relive all the best moments of Marty McFly’s time-traveling journey to 1955 and then back again in this delightful Lit...

  • The Goonies

    "Hey, you guys!" The Goonies Little Golden Book is based on the classic film that features those adventure-seeking Goonies as lovable Funko POP! figures!Follow Mikey and the other Goonies as they race to find the pirate treasure that will help them s...

  • Mobs in the Mansion!

    Journey into the world of Minecraft in this Step 3 Step into Reading, the only official leveled reader series based on Minecraft, one of the world's best-selling video game!Minecraft® is one of the best-selling video game of all time! And now learni...

  • X-Men Little Golden Book

    Inspired by the 1990's animated series , Marvel's mightiest mutants -- the X-Men -- arrive to save the day in their first ever Little Golden Book! Perfect for kids 2 to 5 as well as collectors and fans of all ages.Born with amazing mutant abilities a...

  • The Encyclopedia of Epic Myths and Legends

    In this unique exploration of world mythology, discover how ancient tales across cultures have influenced today’s pop culture, from Beyoncé to Game of Thrones. Fun and engaging, The Encyclopedia of Epic Myths and Legends details the influence...

  • Epic Myths & Legends

    In this unique exploration of world mythology, discover how ancient tales across cultures have influenced today’s pop culture, from Beyoncé to Game of Thrones. Fun and engaging, The Encyclopedia of Epic Myths and Legends details the...

  • Trouble Brewing!

    Journey into the world of Minecraft in this Step 3 leveled Step into Reading! Learn about Minecraft biomes, potions, and more -- all while learning to read! Perfect for kids who are ready to read on their own.Minecraft® is one of the best-selling vi...

  • The Day I Became a Potato Pancake

    "This speculative, character-focused graphic novel highlights aspects of Jewish identity and culture through multiple lenses to craft a goofy yet nuanced read." —Publisher's WeeklyA fun-packed graphic novel with Hanukkah-themed, sc...

  • Fantastic Four Little Golden Book

    Marvel’s iconic first family of super heroes, the Fantastic Four, arrive to save the day in their first ever Little Golden Book!When a team of four daring space explorers get bombarded by mysterious cosmic rays, they return to Earth changed forever...



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Arie Kaplan has published 29 books.

The next book by Arie Kaplan, Fantastic Four Little Golden Book, will be published in May 2025.

The first book by Arie Kaplan, Masters of the Comic Book Universe Revealed!, was published in September 2006.

No. Arie Kaplan does not write books in series.
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