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Sue Hendra

Bestselling Author • 7 Series • 66 Books

7
Series
66
Books
7
Active

🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Children's Books
Start with: Oliver's Wood (1996)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of I Spy Island Books
Start with: I Spy Island (2021)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Lift the Flap Books
Start with: First Words (2008)

About Sue Hendra

Sue Hendra is the creator and author of some of the most popular picture books in the genre. Her work “Wanda the Alien” has also been adapted into a TV series that has also been very popular on Channel 5 in the United Kingdom. Sue Hendra has now been creating several best-selling and award-winning picture books for more than fifteen years and has now worked on at least 70 titles. When Hendra met Paul Linnet her husband, he found him to be a person with the same sense of humor and they would begin illustrating and working together. The two lovebirds currently make their home in Brighton where they live with Wanda their daughter. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Children's Books series, Sue Hendra 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 Sue Hendra

Publication Order of Dave Books
3 books 2009–2016
1

Dave

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dave Books with Dave, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2009
2

Dave's Breakfast Blast-Off!

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dave Books with Dave's Breakfast Blast-Off!, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2015
3

Double Dave

Double Dave continues the Publication Order of Dave Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016
Publication Order of I Spy Island Books
2 books 2021–2022
1

I Spy Island

I Spy Island is an essential installment in the Publication Order of I Spy Island Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2021
2

Book vs. Shark

Book vs. Shark is an essential installment in the Publication Order of I Spy Island Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2022
Publication Order of Lift the Flap Books
4 books 2008–2009
1

First Words

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lift the Flap Books with First Words, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2008
2

First Learning

First Learning is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lift the Flap Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2008
3

First Shapes

First Shapes is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lift the Flap Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2009
4

First Colors

First Colors is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lift the Flap Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2009
Publication Order of Pop It In The Pocket Books
4 books 1999–2000
1

Animals

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Pop It In The Pocket Books with Animals, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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1999
2

Things That Go

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Pop It In The Pocket Books with Things That Go, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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1999
3

Toys

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Pop It In The Pocket Books with Toys, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2000
4

Clothes

Clothes is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Pop It In The Pocket Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2000
Publication Order of Supertato Books
9 books 2014–2023
1

Supertato Veggies Assemble

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Supertato Books with Supertato Veggies Assemble, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2014
2

Hap-pea Ever After

Hap-pea Ever After continues the Publication Order of Supertato Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016
3

Veggies in the Valley of Doom

Veggies in the Valley of Doom continues the Publication Order of Supertato Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
4

Carnival Catastro-Pea!

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Supertato Books with Carnival Catastro-Pea!, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2019
5

Supertato Super Squad

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Supertato Books with Supertato Super Squad, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2020
6

Bubbly Troubly

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Supertato Books with Bubbly Troubly, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2021
7

Night of the Living Veg

Night of the Living Veg is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Supertato Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2021
8

Supertato Presents Jack and the Beanstalk

Supertato Presents Jack and the Beanstalk is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Supertato Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2023
9

Three Epic Adventures of Supertato

Three Epic Adventures of Supertato is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Supertato Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2023
Publication Order of Wanda and the Alien Books
4 books 2011–2014
1

Wanda and the Alien

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wanda and the Alien Books with Wanda and the Alien, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2011
2

Wanda's Space Party

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wanda and the Alien Books with Wanda's Space Party, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2012
3

Wanda and the Alien to the Rescue

Wanda and the Alien to the Rescue continues the Publication Order of Wanda and the Alien Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
4

Wanda and the Alien Go Camping

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wanda and the Alien Books with Wanda and the Alien Go Camping, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2014
Publication Order of Children's Books
40 books 1996–2018
1

Oliver's Wood

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Oliver's Wood, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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1996
2

Tie Your Shoes!

Tie Your Shoes! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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1996
3

Flip and Find: Colours

Flip and Find: Colours continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
4

Scary Party

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Scary Party, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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1998
5

What's That Colour

What's That Colour continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
6

What's That Shape

What's That Shape is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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1999
7

Flip and Find: Opposites

Flip and Find: Opposites continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
8

Flip and Find: Numbers

Flip and Find: Numbers continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
9

Puzzle Play: On Safari

Puzzle Play: On Safari is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2000
10

On the Farm

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with On the Farm, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2001
11

Dinosaur Dinner

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Dinosaur Dinner, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2001
12

Chunky Car

Chunky Car is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2002
13

Chunky Plane

Chunky Plane continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2002
14

Chunky Boat

Chunky Boat is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2002
15

My First Big Book of Learning Fun

My First Big Book of Learning Fun continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
16

Follow my Finger Overground

Follow my Finger Overground is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2004
17

My Favourite Things: Dogs

My Favourite Things: Dogs continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
18

My Cat's Favourite Things

My Cat's Favourite Things continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
19

Upsy Down Town

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Upsy Down Town, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2004
20

My Mummy's Favourite Things

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with My Mummy's Favourite Things, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2004
21

My Grandpa's Favourite Things

My Grandpa's Favourite Things continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
22

My Daddy's Favourite Things

My Daddy's Favourite Things continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
23

Mole Digs a Hole

Mole Digs a Hole continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
24

Mole Scores a Goal

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Mole Scores a Goal, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2007
25

Mole Takes a Stroll

Mole Takes a Stroll is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2007
26

Mole Makes a Roll

Mole Makes a Roll continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
27

Tractor

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Tractor, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2008
28

Digger

Digger is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2008
29

Excavator

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Excavator, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2008
30

Dumper Truck

Dumper Truck continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
31

My Mermaid Counting Book

My Mermaid Counting Book continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
32

Busy Day, Busy Night: Rain Forest

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Busy Day, Busy Night: Rain Forest, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2009
33

Barry the Fish with Fingers

Barry the Fish with Fingers continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
34

Norman The Slug With The Silly Shell

Norman The Slug With The Silly Shell continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
35

Barry the Fish with Fingers and the Hairy Scary Monster

Barry the Fish with Fingers and the Hairy Scary Monster is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2011
36

Keith the Cat with the Magic Hat

Magic takes center stage in Keith the Cat with the Magic Hat, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Children's Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Sue Hendra.

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2012
37

Gordon's Great Escape

Gordon's Great Escape is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sue Hendra have come to expect.

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2013
38

Lots and Lots of Fun Stuff to Do with Barry and Norman

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Lots and Lots of Fun Stuff to Do with Barry and Norman, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2013
39

The Sue Hendra Collection

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with The Sue Hendra Collection, another outstanding contribution from Sue Hendra.

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2015
40

Norman's New Shell

Norman's New Shell continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Sue Hendra's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Sue Hendra?

Sue Hendra is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 66 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Dave Books, Publication Order of I Spy Island Books, Publication Order of Lift the Flap Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Sue Hendra series to start with?

For readers new to Sue Hendra's work, the Publication Order of Children's Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 40 books. Begin with Oliver's Wood to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Sue Hendra written?

Sue Hendra has written over 66 books across 7 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Sue Hendra books in order?

Yes, reading Sue Hendra'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 Sue Hendra write in?

Sue Hendra writes primarily in fiction. With 7 series across 66 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Sue Hendra's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Sue Hendra'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 Sue Hendra's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Sue Hendra's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Children's Books series. The first book, Oliver's Wood, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.