Charles Santore

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  • Bibliography:
    18 Books
  • First Book:
    June 1997
  • Latest Book:
    January 2023
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Book List in Order: 18 titles

  • The Wizard of Oz

    Santore's version of the L. Frank Baum fantasy is highly visual yet faithful to the original story. never before have the Land of the Munchkins been more enchanting, the forest of Oz more foreboding, or the Emerald City more magnificent. Santore's jo...

  • The Camel's Lament

    THE POOR CAMEL! While most creatures are prized, pampered, or at least tended to (down to the lowly pig!), the camel is our beast of burden, left to thirst, forage, and sleep in the merciless desert. This beautiful, comical picture book is for anyone...

  • Three Hungry Pigs and the Wolf Who Came to Dinner

    The life of a truffle-hunting pig is not easy! Unearthing delicious truffles all day without eating any is too hard for Bianca. After her very first bite, she and her piglets are banished to the forest where they meet up with a wolf. Award-winning il...

  • The Silk Princess

    Princess Hsi-Ling Chi has heard tales of a sleeping dragon and ancient gods residing in the Holy Mountains beyond her father’s palace. But when she emerges from the gates for the first time, she is not afraid. She has with her a magical thread unra...

  • Aesop's Fables

    Aesop's wise and witty fables are among the most popular stories ever written -- and Charles Santore's richly illustrated version is one of the most gorgeous editions ever published. Unavailable for a number of years, this dazzling interpretation fea...

  • The Velveteen Rabbit; Or How Toys Become Real

    A breathtakingly illustrated full-color rendition of the classic Velveteen Rabbit from bestselling illustrator Charles Santore, accompanied by a keepsake plush bunny.This boxed set includes the cherished children’s classic in a full-color illustrat...

  • Knight of the Water Lilies

    The tale of a courageous frog who opens a stubborn Queen’s eyes to the beauty of nature is now available in a hardcover classic edition, featuring Charles Santore’s brilliant illustrations for a new generation of readers.The inspiring story of Wi...

  • Charles Santore's Timeless Tales Gift Set

    Four children’s classics illustrated by Charles Santore make up this wonderful boxed gift set, including the Night Before Christmas, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, The Little Mermaid, and the Velveteen Rabbit.A holiday gift to treasure for a lif...

  • A Stowaway on Noah's Ark

    New York Times bestseller and award-winning illustrator Charles Santore retells the beloved Bible story of Noah's Ark through the eyes of a charming new hero that children will love: a stowaway mouse!Achbar the mouse hears a kindly old man tell the a...



  • The Night Before Christmas Coloring Book

    Bring Santa to life in vivid color within the enchanting pages of The Night Before Christmas Coloring Book, featuring the beloved illustrations from the #1 New York Times bestselling artist Charles Santore!The classic Christmas tale is now ...

  • The Night Before Christmas

    Here is the wonderful new version of the classic poem every family should own. This edition of The Night Before Christmas is lavishly illustrated by renowned, New York Times #1 Bestselling artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaim...

  • The Peter Rabbit Oversized Padded Board Book

    The beloved tale of Peter Rabbit is now available in a beautiful oversized padded board book format, featuring original Charles Santore illustrations.The beloved classic tale of mischievous Peter Rabbit is now available as a stunning oversized padded...

  • A Stowaway on Noah's Ark Oversized Padded Board Book

    The original story of a charming mouse who did not want to be left behind is now available in a beautiful oversized padded board book format featuring Charles Santore’s award-winning illustrations.New York Times best-selling illustrator Charles Sa...

  • The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit

    Beatrix Potter's best-known children's story now in the perfect size for little hands and big imaginations. Hop into this classic, heartwarming Beatrix Potter’s story about her most beloved character, colorfully rendered by best-selling illustrato...

  • Peter Rabbit Classic Tales Mini Gift Set

    Beatrix Potter's best-known children's stories are now available as an adorable miniature-book boxed set.Hop into Beatrix Potter’s classic stories, colorfully rendered by best-selling illustrator Charles Santore, with this adorable miniature-book g...

  • The Wizard of Oz Oversized Padded Board Book

    “We’re off to see the Wizard! The wonderful Wizard of Oz!” Rediscover L. Frank Baum's timeless children’s classic that has charmed readers for generations.Readers of all ages will follow the Yellow Brick Road in this unforgett...

  • The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit Heirloom Edition

    Beatrix Potter’s classic tale is now narrated by an Academy Award winner actor in this elegant, audiobook bundle. Details to be announced in Fall 2022.With beautiful illustrations by best-selling artist Charles Santore, this special edition cap...

  • The Velveteen Rabbit

    This beloved tale is now narrated by an Academy Award winning actor — details to be announced this fall, 2022.Iconic actor [to be announced this fall, 2022) gives life to Margery Williams' story like never before in this stunning edition of ...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Charles Santore has published 18 books.

Charles Santore does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, The Velveteen Rabbit, was published in January 2023.

The first book by Charles Santore, The Wizard of Oz, was published in June 1997.

No. Charles Santore does not write books in series.
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