Elise Broach

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  • Bibliography:
    26 Books (3 Series)
  • First Book:
    May 2005
  • Latest Book:
    July 2025
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Full Series List in Order

Bulldozer and Friends

1 - Bulldozer's Big Rescue (Jan-2025)

Masterpiece Adventures

1 - The Miniature World of Marvin and James (Feb-2014)
2 - James to the Rescue (Oct-2015)
3 - Trouble at School for Marvin and James (Apr-2017)
4 - Marvin & James Save the Day (and Elaine Too!) (Apr-2019)
5 - A Trip to the Country for Marvin & James (Apr-2020)

A Superstition Mountain Mystery

1 - Missing on Superstition Mountain (Jul-2011)
2 - Treasure on Superstition Mountain (Feb-2013)
3 - Revenge of Superstition Mountain (Sep-2014)

Book List in Order: 26 titles

  • Shakespeare's Secret

    When Hero starts sixth grade at a new school, she's less concerned about the literary origins of her Shakespearean name than about the teasing she's sure to suffer because of it. So she has the same name as a girl in a play by a dusty old author. Her...

  • What the No-Good Baby Is Good For

    Having reached his limit with the loud, troublesome baby in the house, John tells his mother that it is time to make some changes and suggests that it is time for the baby to go back from where it came, in an amusing tale of sibling rivalry....

  • Hiding Hoover

    Aware that their father is absolutely against owning a pet, a brother and sister find themselves in a difficult situation when a loving dragon named Hoover appears one afternoon--causing the pair to come up with a clever plan to hide their new friend...

  • Desert Crossing

    There are some kinds of trouble you never see coming, like those thunderstorms that start from nothing at all. One minute the sky is bright blue and distant. Then, all of a sudden, it's dark and thick with clouds, pressing down right on top of you. T...

  • Cousin John Is Coming!

    Lock the doors! Pack your bags! Run for your life! Sneaky Cousin John only acts like a bully when adults aren’t around, so Mom doesn’t know it’s a battle of wills every visit. Ben and his kitty are on the verge of fleeing . . . when inspirat...

  • Wet Dog!

    On a hot, hot day, a good old dog just has to get some relief! Around the steamy country lanes, he sniffs and searches until he finds a chauffeur washing a shiny car, a baker scrubbing some sticky pans, and a florist spraying a pink bouquet. They're ...

  • When Dinosaurs Came with Everything

    From beloved duo Elise Broach and David Small comes an adorable picture book about a little boy who gets a free dino with purchase!Free gift with purchase: Dinosaurs! Wait -- free what?!Just when a little boy thinks he’s going to die of boredom fro...

  • Masterpiece

    Marvin lives with his family under the kitchen sink in the Pompadays' apartment. He is very much a beetle. James Pompaday lives with his family in New York City. He is very much an eleven-year-old boy.After James gets a pen-and-ink set for his birthd...

  • Gumption!

    Peter's been invited to go on a safari. He's brought: 1. Uncle Nigel, who's an explorer 2. hiking shorts 3. a canteen But what he will need most is a bit of gumption. (Gumption: n. Courage; spunk; fortitude; resourcefulness; good ...



  • Missing on Superstition Mountain

    A Superstition Mountain Mystery - 1

    It's summer and the three Barker brothers--Simon, Henry, and Jack--just moved from Illinois to Arizona. Their parents have warned them repeatedly not to explore Superstition Mountain, which is near their home. But when their cat Josie goes missing, t...

  • Treasure on Superstition Mountain

    A Superstition Mountain Mystery - 2

    Even though Henry Barker and his two brothers learned firsthand that the urban legend about danger on nearby Superstition Mountain wasn’t just a myth, this doesn’t stop them from planning their return. Along with their friend Delilah, the Barker ...

  • Barnyard Baby

    Barnyard baby, Autumn day. Flannel baby Out to play! Little ones will love playing along with baby during a day full of fall fun, from hayrides to apple picking. This interactive novelty board book features large lift-the-flaps on each sprea...

  • Springtime Baby

    Springtime baby Drizzly day Rainboot baby Let's go play! Little ones will love to join baby on a fun-filled spring day. The adventure begins with some mudpie-making and puddle-stomping, followed by sunshine, a rainbow and gorgeous, sweet smel...

  • The Miniature World of Marvin and James

    Masterpiece Adventures - 1

    In this Masterpiece Adventure, the first in a companion series for younger readers from bestselling author Elise Broach, James is going on vacation for a week. His best friend, Marvin the beetle, has to stay at home. Without James to keep him company...

  • Revenge of Superstition Mountain

    A Superstition Mountain Mystery - 3

    In the third and final book in this action-packed trilogy, the Barker brothers and their good friend Delilah secretly climb up to Superstition Mountain one last time. There are still mysteries to solve―is the creepy librarian really the ghost of Ju...

  • James to the Rescue

    Masterpiece Adventures - 2

    In this Masterpiece Adventure, the second in a companion series for younger readers from bestselling author Elise Broach, Marvin the beetle is going collecting with his family. All is good and well until Uncle Albert gets hurt. Marvin needs James's h...

  • The Wolf Keepers

    Twelve-year-old Lizzie Durango and her dad have always had a zoo to call their home. Lizzie spends her days watching the animals and taking note of their various behaviors. Though the zoo makes for a unique home, it's a hard place for Lizzie to make ...

  • The Zookeeper's Daughter

    Twelve-year-old Lizzie Durango and her dad have always had a zoo to call their home. Lizzie spends her days watching the animals and taking note of their various behaviors. Though the zoo makes for a unique home, it's a hard place for Lizzie to make ...

  • Trouble at School for Marvin and James

    Masterpiece Adventures - 3

    Marvin the beetle is off to school with James for the very first time! Everything runs smoothly on this big adventure until the bell rings after lunch and Marvin gets separated from James. In fact, he gets accidentally thrown away! Will Marvin make i...



  • My Pet Wants a Pet

    A charming picture book that cleverly captures a universal wish―to love and care for something―and shows that you're never too little to share in that dream. Once there was a boy who wanted something to take care of. Something of his very own....

  • Bedtime for Little Bulldozer

    Little Bulldozer struggles to fall asleep in this sweet and clever bedtime picture book by a New York Times-bestselling author. Falling asleep isn’t always easy, especially for a loud and rumbling little bulldozer. Once he finally gets into bed,...

  • Marvin & James Save the Day (and Elaine Too!)

    Masterpiece Adventures - 4

    Book 4 in the Masterpiece Adventures chapter book series featuring Marvin the beetle and his best friend, James. James’s father, Karl, and Christina, his friend from the museum, are getting married! James is the ring bearer and he is excited but...

  • A Trip to the Country for Marvin & James

    Masterpiece Adventures - 5

    A Trip to the Country for Marvin & James is the fifth book in New York Times bestselling author Elise Broach's Masterpiece Adventures chapter book series featuring Marvin the beetle and his best friend, James--featuring illustrations by Kelly Mur...

  • Duet

    ... “Exceptional…. Rich with facts around goldfinches and music, vivid descriptions, unique characters, and carefully crafted suspense.” -- Publishers Weekly, starred review   ... “Perfect for readers who, like Mirabe...

  • Bulldozer's Big Rescue

    Bulldozer and Friends - 1

    From the award-winning team who created Masterpiece comes a charming chapter book about a young bulldozer who is nervous about making friends and starting school.... "Broach and Murphy rev up for a promising new series…. An enthral...

  • Bulldozer Goes to School

    Bulldozer overcomes his anxieties before the first day of school in this second installment of the Bulldozer and Friends series, by the award-winning team who created The Masterpiece Adventure chapter book series. Bulldozer is nervous about his ...

Award-Winning Books by Elise Broach

Masterpiece
2009 E.B. White Read Aloud Award -- Older Reader
When Dinosaurs Came with Everything
2008 E.B. White Read Aloud Award -- Picture Book
2008 Ladybug Picture Book Award -- Children's Picture
2010 Beehive Award -- Picture Book


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Elise Broach has published 26 books.

The next book by Elise Broach, Bulldozer Goes to School, will be published in July 2025.

The first book by Elise Broach, Shakespeare's Secret, was published in May 2005.

Yes. Elise Broach has 3 series.
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