"My kids love Vikram Madan's books!" - Kazu Kibuishi, NYT Bestselling Creator of the AMULET Series.
Newsflash: OWL & PENGUIN has received the THEODOR SEUSS GEISEL AWARD HONOR from the American Library Association!
Newsflash: OWL & PENGUIN has received the THEODOR SEUSS GEISEL AWARD HONOR from the American Library Association!
Hilarious Collections of Funny Poems (Ages 7 and up):
OWL & PENGUIN Beginning Reader Graphic Novel (Comics), GEISEL HONOR AWARD WINNER (Ages 3-5):
ZOONI TALES Rhyming Graphic Novel Series (Ages 5-8):
BOBO & PUP-PUP Early Reader Graphic Chapter Books (Ages 2-8):
Art Books:
|
|
|
|
Poetry Anthologies featuring Vikram's poems:
|
BEWARE THE DRAGON AND THE NOZZLEWOCK: A graphic novel poetry collection full of surprising characters!
An imaginative blend of humor, comics, and verse, sure to get kids (and adults) to fall (back) in love with humorous poetry. "One of the finest, funniest poetry books you'll have encountered in a long time!" - Betsy Bird, Fuse 8 School Library Journal Learn more here. Beware the Dragon and the Nozzlewock By Vikram Madan Wordsong (an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers) ISBN: 9781635928174 On shelves November 12th |
|
A Hatful of Dragons: and More Than 13.8 Billion Other Funny Poems
A highly-acclaimed, delightfully-funny, multiple-award-winning and fun poetry book, often compared to the works of Shel Silverstein and Jack Prelutsky. Selected as a Best Book by * Bank Street College of Education * Kirkus Reviews * New York Public Library * Denver Public Library * Evanston Public Library * School Library Journal Betsy Bird's Best Poetry Books * School Library Journal Betsy Bird's Funniest Books List plus * Kirkus Starred Review * American Library Association 2021 Summer Reading Pick * Texas Bluebonnet Award 2021-2022 Finalist * South Dakota Prairie Bloom Award 2022 Finalist * Soon to be a Theater Production for Kids. * Released in India by HarperCollins India. Learn more here. |
|
|
ZOONI TALES: Keep it Up, Plucky Pup!
Fans of Baloney and Friends and Narwhal and Jelly will love this rhyming early graphic novel series with loads of laughs and silly gaffs, from a Theodor Seuss Geisel Honoree. Think "Dr. Seuss meets Dog-Man". Ages 5-8. "Funny... easy-to-read... fun rhymes... sweetly expressive characters... charming... the graphic format and rhyming text will engage young readers." - KIRKUS REVIEWS More information here! A Junior Library Guild GOLD STANDARD Selection. Published by Holiday House Books for Young Readers |
|
Coming June 2024
ZOONI TALES: A FRIEND TILL THE END Book #2 in the ZOONI TALES series arrives June 2024. Yes, it features a space story! More information here! A Junior Library Guild GOLD STANDARD Selection. Published by Holiday House Books for Young Readers |
Available Now
|
Owl & Penguin
A 2023 THEODOR SEUSS GEISEL HONOR WINNER A graphic novel for emergent readers. Ages 3-8. * A Junior Library Guild GOLD STANDARD Selection * School Library Journal Fuse8 Best Easy Reader List 2022 * An ALA 2023 Notable ("best of the best") Book * SLJ Blog Betsy Bird's Best Easy Readers of the Year "Engaging vignettes in the lives of two adorable friends...Reminiscent of Arnold Lobel's Frog and Toad" - Kirkus Reviews
"A breezy foray into the tradition of supportive picture book friendships... Cute and cheery, this graphic novel for early readers is a functional, fun read-together." - School Library Journal Learn More Here. |
Available Now.
|
Owl & Penguin: Best Day Ever
A graphic novel for emergent readers. Ages 3-8. * A Junior Library Guild GOLD STANDARD Selection "[A] clever collection of five little stories about two feathered pals navigating the often fragile nature of friendship. This works both as an easy graphic novel and as a visually appealing easy reader, with the expressive characters doing everything from watching a scary movie together to learning to compromise when choosing a game to play. They often speak in emojis or in images, making the dialogue a joy to follow. Hilarious yet packed with heart." - Mr. Brian's Picture Book Picks (Mr. Brian is a librarian and former Caldecott Medal judge).
Learn More Here. |
|
The third installment of the Owl And Penguin Starter Graphic Novels for Emerging Readers.
"This series continues to be a terrific example of how the graphic novel format can be used as a tool for new readers." - BOOKLIST "Exceedingly simple text... tells a dynamic story, complemented by enchanting cartoon illustrations of the big-eyed, adorable duo. Another sure-to-please entry in the buddy saga." - Kirkus Reviews * A Junior Library Guild GOLD STANDARD Selection Learn More Here. |
|
BOBO & PUP-PUP SERIES
An early reader graphic chapter book series for ages 3-8 featuring the adventures of a dog and monkey duo with very different personalities. Published by Penguin Random House "Clever humor ... engagingly fun and savvy early readers that build upon comprehension skills. Simple dialogue, stealthy repetition, and amusing sound effects emphasize phonics... and the sheer joy had by the two friends give the stories zingy appeal! - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, Starred Review. Titles #1. We Love Bubbles #2. Let's Make Cake #3. The Funny Book #4. Hatch An Egg Learn More Here! |
|
Lord of the Bubbles: and Other Funny PoemsWINNER OF THE 2019 MOONBEAM BRONZE AWARD FOR CHILDREN"S POETRY!!!
If you enjoyed 'The Bubble Collector' you will definitely love this book, which uses the same magic formula of blending humorous poems and wacky drawings into a unique funny experience for all ages. If you haven't read the award-winning 'The Bubble Collector' yet, I invite you to read the 5-star reader reviews on Amazon and get yourself a copy of one or both of these funny books! Paperback * 180 Pages * ISBN 978-1986885355 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION |
|
The Bubble Collector: Poems & Drawings by Vikram Madan
WINNER OF THE 2013 MOONBEAM SILVER AWARD for CHILDREN'S POETRY!!! A hilarious fusion of original funny poems, bubbly drawings, tongue-in-cheek humor and unexpected endings that will delight families, kids, adults and poetry lovers of all ages! Loved by Readers, Reviewers, Bloggers, Booksellers, Teachers, Read the 5-star reader reviews on Amazon Librarians, and Parents! Paperback * 148 Pages * ISBN 978-1482397611 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION |
|
The Lost Tales of Ixi & Mup: Story Starters for Imaginative Minds
People always ask what the stories behind some of my paintings are. Now this book will guide you! This book brings together a series of paintings, featuring two recurring characters, 'mythical explorers Ixi & Mup'. Each image is accompanied by a caption that invites readers to build a story using the images and text. A great seed for creative writing, art discussion, and story-telling, this content has been extensively tested in real world classrooms. More details here. |
|
A Rupture of Robots
Sketchbook Volume One This is what happens when you have too many robots on the brain: a 3-in-1 Art Book, Sketch Book and Coloring Book filled with imaginative, intriguing, humorous, weird, tender or simply unfathomable robot-vignettes that are sure to delight anyone who loves humor, art, and Robots. Suitable for ALL AGES. This hefty book clocks in at half-a-pound, contains over 80 drawings, and has 178 pages for you to look at, color, or draw in. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION. |
|
A Rumpus of Reapers: Sketchbook Volume TWO
A Rupture of Robots, Sketchbook Volume Two, is themed on Lil' Grim Reapers - dancing, cavorting, bumbling through a variety of cute, inspired, or unfathomable vignettes that are, at the end of the day, about our own humanity. A great gift for people who like 67%-dark humor or cute grim reapers. Over 80 drawings * 174 Pages * Available from Amazon.com 5-in-1: Art Book, Coffee Table Book, Coloring Book, Sketchbook, Flipbook. More information. |
Happiness Is... A Cup of Coffee!
A Whimsical Art Book for Coffee Lovers
Ever wanted your coffee with a sea monster, an alien invasion or the zombie apocalypse? Well now you can!
This art-show-in-a-coffee-table-book brings together 43 paintings from my ultra popular Happy Coffee series in a 52-page full-color book that's fun to look at, delightful to gift to others, and guaranteed to make you happy and also last longer than most cups of coffee.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
A Whimsical Art Book for Coffee Lovers
Ever wanted your coffee with a sea monster, an alien invasion or the zombie apocalypse? Well now you can!
This art-show-in-a-coffee-table-book brings together 43 paintings from my ultra popular Happy Coffee series in a 52-page full-color book that's fun to look at, delightful to gift to others, and guaranteed to make you happy and also last longer than most cups of coffee.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ANTHOLOGIES
I have poems in the following poetry anthologies:
A World Full of Poems, edited by Sylvia Vardell, published by DK Books. Contains almost 200 inspiring poems for kids by over a 100 poets. For ages 5-12. |
WA129 is a collection featuring WA State poets, edited by WA State Poet Laureate Todd Marshall, celebrating the 129th anniversary of WA State. This one is for older audiences. Fun fact: I have the only rhyming poem in the entire book! :) |
Flipped Anthology: Mystery & Science Fiction Published by Harper Collins India, 2022. I have a longer sci-fi poem in this book (and the only poem in this book) 
|
What is Hope? Published by Pomelo Books, edited by Sylvia Vardell and Janet Wong. I have one poem in this ekphrastic poem collection aiming to give kids a daily dose of hope. 100% of the profits from this book are donated to the IBBY Children in Crisis Fund. 
Anthologies Coming in 2025:
* If I Could Choose A Best Day: Poems of Possibility * Firenado! Poems about the World's Weirdest Weather |
Unless otherwise noted, all images and text on this website are copyright Vikram Madan. Please do not reproduce without permission.
Disclosure: Amazon will send me a few paltry affiliate cents if you buy books using the amazon links on this page.
Disclosure: Amazon will send me a few paltry affiliate cents if you buy books using the amazon links on this page.