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Cressida Cowell

Bestselling Author • 12 Series • 55 Books

12
Series
55
Books
12
Active

🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Emily Brown Books
Start with: That Rabbit Belongs To Emily Brown (2006)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of How To Train Your Dragon Non-Fiction Books
Start with: The Complete Book of Dragons (2014)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of How To Train Your Dragon School Books
Start with: Doom of the Darkwing (2025)

About Cressida Cowell

Cowell also won the Contributions in the Fight Against Stupidity Award by “Philosophy Now” magazine in 2015. The How to Train your Dragon film based on Cowell’s book series won a couple of awards including ten Annie Awards’, a Visual Effects Society Award, a Genesis Award for “Best Feature Film” among others. It was also nominated for an Academy Award for the “Best Original Score” as well as the “Best Animated Feature” and also for two BAFTA – British Academy Film Awards. Its sequel also received several awards including a Golden Globe Award, six Annie Awards and a National Board of Review award among others. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Emily Brown Books series, Cressida Cowell has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Cressida Cowell

Publication Order of Emily Brown Books
5 books 2006–2018
1

That Rabbit Belongs To Emily Brown

That Rabbit Belongs To Emily Brown continues the Publication Order of Emily Brown Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
2

Emily Brown and the Thing

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Emily Brown Books with Emily Brown and the Thing, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2007
3

Emily Brown and the Elephant Emergency

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Emily Brown Books with Emily Brown and the Elephant Emergency, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2009
4

Cheer Up Your Teddy Bear, Emily Brown!

Cheer Up Your Teddy Bear, Emily Brown! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Emily Brown Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2011
5

Emily Brown and Father Christmas

Emily Brown and Father Christmas is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Emily Brown Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2018
Publication Order of How To Train Your Dragon Non-Fiction Books
1 books 2014–2014
1

The Complete Book of Dragons

Epic adventure awaits in The Complete Book of Dragons, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How To Train Your Dragon Non-Fiction Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2014
Publication Order of How To Train Your Dragon School Books
1 books 2025–2025
1

Doom of the Darkwing

Doom of the Darkwing continues the Publication Order of How To Train Your Dragon School Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2025
Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books
14 books 1999–2015
1

Hiccup the Seasick Viking / How To Be A Viking

Hiccup the Seasick Viking / How To Be A Viking continues the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
2

How to Train Your Dragon

Epic adventure awaits in How to Train Your Dragon, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2003
3

How to Be a Pirate

How to Be a Pirate continues the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
4

How to Speak Dragonese

Epic adventure awaits in How to Speak Dragonese, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2005
5

How to Cheat a Dragon's Curse

Epic adventure awaits in How to Cheat a Dragon's Curse, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2006
6

How to Twist a Dragon's Tale

Epic adventure awaits in How to Twist a Dragon's Tale, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2007
7

A Hero's Guide to Deadly Dragons

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Hero's Guide to Deadly Dragons as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series showcases Cressida Cowell's mastery of suspense.

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2008
8

How to Ride a Dragon's Storm

Epic adventure awaits in How to Ride a Dragon's Storm, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2008
9

How to Break a Dragon's Heart

How to Break a Dragon's Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series by Cressida Cowell.

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2009
10

How to Steal a Dragon's Sword

Epic adventure awaits in How to Steal a Dragon's Sword, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2011
11

How to Seize a Dragon's Jewel

Epic adventure awaits in How to Seize a Dragon's Jewel, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2012
12

How to Betray a Dragon's Hero

Epic adventure awaits in How to Betray a Dragon's Hero, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2013
13

The Incomplete Book of Dragons

Epic adventure awaits in The Incomplete Book of Dragons, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2014
14

How to Fight a Dragon’s Fury

Epic adventure awaits in How to Fight a Dragon’s Fury, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of How to Train Your Dragon Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Cressida Cowell has built.

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2015
Publication Order of How To Train Your Dragon Short Stories/Novellas
1 books 2012–2012
1

The Day of the Dreader

The Day of the Dreader is an essential installment in the Publication Order of How To Train Your Dragon Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2012
Publication Order of Super Sue Books
2 books 2003–2005
1

Super Sue

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Super Sue Books with Super Sue, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2003
2

Super Sue at Super School

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Super Sue Books with Super Sue at Super School, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2005
Publication Order of The Wizards of Once Books
4 books 2017–2020
1

The Wizards of Once

Magic takes center stage in The Wizards of Once, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of The Wizards of Once Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Cressida Cowell.

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2017
2

Twice Magic

Magic takes center stage in Twice Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of The Wizards of Once Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Cressida Cowell.

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2017
3

Knock Three Times

Knock Three Times is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Wizards of Once Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2019
4

Never and Forever

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Wizards of Once Books with Never and Forever, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2020
Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books
12 books 2021–2022
1

Can Trees Talk?

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books with Can Trees Talk?, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2021
2

Do Fish Glow in the Dark?

Do Fish Glow in the Dark? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2021
3

Do Spiders Have Pets?

Do Spiders Have Pets? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2021
4

Do Koalas Have Fingerprints?

Do Koalas Have Fingerprints? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2021
5

Why Do Stars Twinkle?

Why Do Stars Twinkle? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2021
6

Can Animals Walk on Water?

Can Animals Walk on Water? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2021
7

Is the Middle of the Earth Hot?

Is the Middle of the Earth Hot? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2021
8

Why is the Sky Blue?

Why is the Sky Blue? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2021
9

Can Wolves See in the Dark?

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books with Can Wolves See in the Dark?, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2022
10

Can it Snow in the Desert?

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books with Can it Snow in the Desert?, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2022
11

Is There Life at the Bottom of the Deepest Ocean?

Is There Life at the Bottom of the Deepest Ocean? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2022
12

Can Butterflies Taste With Their Feet?

Can Butterflies Taste With Their Feet? continues the Publication Order of Tiny Detectives Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2022
Publication Order of Treetop Twins Wilderness Adventures Books
1 books 2020–2020
1

The Twins Greet a Great Auk

The Twins Greet a Great Auk is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Treetop Twins Wilderness Adventures Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2020
Publication Order of Which Way To Anywhere Books
3 books 2022–2025
1

Which Way to Anywhere

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Which Way To Anywhere Books with Which Way to Anywhere, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2022
2

Which Way to the Future

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Which Way To Anywhere Books with Which Way to the Future, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2025
3

Which Way Around the Galaxy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Which Way To Anywhere Books with Which Way Around the Galaxy, another outstanding contribution from Cressida Cowell.

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2025
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
1 books 2006–2006
1

How To Train Your Viking, By Toothless

How To Train Your Viking, By Toothless continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
Publication Order of Children's Books
10 books 1988–2021
1

Little Wonder

Little Wonder is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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1988
2

Don't Do That, Kitty Kilroy!

Don't Do That, Kitty Kilroy! continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
3

What Shall We Do with the Boo Hoo Baby?

What Shall We Do with the Boo Hoo Baby? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2000
4

One Too Many Tigers

One Too Many Tigers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2001
5

Claydon Was a Clingy Child

Claydon Was a Clingy Child continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
6

There's No Such Thing as a Ghostie!

There's No Such Thing as a Ghostie! continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
7

Daddy On The Moon

Daddy On The Moon continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
8

Little Bo Peep's Troublesome Sheep

Little Bo Peep's Troublesome Sheep continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
9

The Story of Tantrum O'Furrily

The Story of Tantrum O'Furrily is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cressida Cowell have come to expect.

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2018
10

Little Bo Peep's Library Book

Little Bo Peep's Library Book continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Cressida Cowell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2021

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Cressida Cowell?

Cressida Cowell is a bestselling author known for 12 book series containing over 55 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Emily Brown Books, Publication Order of How To Train Your Dragon Non-Fiction Books, Publication Order of How To Train Your Dragon School Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Cressida Cowell series to start with?

For readers new to Cressida Cowell's work, the Publication Order of Emily Brown Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 5 books. Begin with That Rabbit Belongs To Emily Brown to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Cressida Cowell written?

Cressida Cowell has written over 55 books across 12 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Cressida Cowell books in order?

Yes, reading Cressida Cowell's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Cressida Cowell write in?

Cressida Cowell writes primarily in fiction. With 12 series across 55 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Cressida Cowell's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Cressida Cowell's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Cressida Cowell's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Cressida Cowell's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Emily Brown Books series. The first book, That Rabbit Belongs To Emily Brown, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.