Carol Heyer Picture Books
Thirty Two Picture Books Published. Over Two-Million Picture Books Sold.
HUMPHREY'S FIRST PALM SUNDAY RELEASED AS A BOARD BOOK
Humphrey's First Palm Sunday has just been released as a board book! It's so great to see the new format. The book is beautifully done, colors, story et al. I'm very excited to see this new incarnation.
MOTHER EARTH'S LULLABY: A Song for Endangered Animals is my latest picture book was released this October! I'm very excited!
Below are a two interior illustrations from MOTHER EARTH'S LULLABY.
HUMPHREY'S FIRST CHRISTMAS
Board Book to be Released October 2, 2018
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The rich acrylic paintings of best-selling author and artist Carol Heyer are now presented in board book form. Along with a simplified retelling of the biblical story of the Nativity. Here, young readers will be introduced to the events surrounding the birth of Jesus, including the journey to Bethlehem, the shepherds in the field, and the appearance of the Wise Men. September 29, 2015 |
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The best-selling Easter book is now available in board book format. The rich acrylic paintings of best-selling author and artist Carol Heyer, are now presented in board book form, along with a simplified retelling of the biblical story of Easter. Here young readers will be introduced to the events surrounding the death and Resurrection of Jesus in an age-appropriate manner. Ages 3 to 5.
February 3, 2015 |
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HUMPHREY'S FIRST CHRISTMAS
Written and Illustrated by Carol Heyer
"Every year during the Scholastic Book Fair...I find a book we all love, deeming it the Hit of the Book Fair! This year HUMPHREY'S FIRST CHRISTMAS is hands down now the Hit!"
~ THE BOOK COLLECTOR
"I am drowning in a sea of lovely Christmas picture books...And I'm not sure I can resist the divinely silly HUMPHREY'S FIRST CHRISTMAS by Carol Heyer — a story about a camel's journey to the stable and the surprise he finds waiting there."
~ DESERET NEWS
"A book read many times during Christmas at the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, NC has a charming conclusion. Humphrey whines and complains because his blanket is lost. He tries many hilarious ways to stay warm. The beauty of the story is when this self-important camel beholds the Christ Child."
~ANN H. SANGER
Scholastic Book Club Selection
Crown Award Nominee
Over 100,000 COPIES SOLD
Written and Illustrated by Carol Heyer
"Every year during the Scholastic Book Fair...I find a book we all love, deeming it the Hit of the Book Fair! This year HUMPHREY'S FIRST CHRISTMAS is hands down now the Hit!"
~ THE BOOK COLLECTOR
"I am drowning in a sea of lovely Christmas picture books...And I'm not sure I can resist the divinely silly HUMPHREY'S FIRST CHRISTMAS by Carol Heyer — a story about a camel's journey to the stable and the surprise he finds waiting there."
~ DESERET NEWS
"A book read many times during Christmas at the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, NC has a charming conclusion. Humphrey whines and complains because his blanket is lost. He tries many hilarious ways to stay warm. The beauty of the story is when this self-important camel beholds the Christ Child."
~ANN H. SANGER
Scholastic Book Club Selection
Crown Award Nominee
Over 100,000 COPIES SOLD
A Norwegian publisher has purchased rights to my original picture book HUMPHREY'S FIRST CHRISTMAS! Humphrey's name was changed to Konrad the Kamel. Alliteration rules!
So exciting to see Konrad's Forste Jul.
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A new follow-up to the popular Humphrey's First Christmas that finds Humphrey in the midst of Jesus' triumphal entry.
The delightfully goofy camel we met in Humphrey's First Christmas is back, three decades older and not much wiser. He wants nothing more than to be the lead camel in the caravan, so he can improve his view. When the caravan leads him to Jerusalem, he crosses paths with Jesus making his triumphal entry. Humphrey is delighted to see Jesus, now a grown man, and remembers the Child to whom he gave his coveted blanket all those years ago in Bethlehem. Ages 4-8. |
The Norwegian publisher, Juritzen Publishing in Oslo purchased the rights to my original picture book HUMPHREY'S FIRST PALM SUNDAY! His name was changed to Konrad the Kamel.
So exciting to see Konrad's Forste Palmesondag!
ONCE UPON A COOL MOTORCYCLE DUDE
Written and illustrated by Kevin O'Malley
Illustrated by Scott Goto, Carol Heyer
"The fun in this picture book comes in the contrasting styles of the illustrations, which include contributions from Carol Heyer ... The girl's story features bright colors, flowers, and long golden locks ..."
~ BOOKLIST
AWARDS
BUCKEYE CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD WINNER
COLORADO CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD WINNER
LOUISIANA YOUNG READER'S CHOICE AWARD WINNER
MARYLAND BLACK-EYED SUSAN BOOK AWARD WINNER
MONARCH AWARD WINNER
NEVADA YOUNG READER'S AWARD WINNER
NORTH CAROLINA CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD WINNER
WASHINGTON CHILDREN'S CHOICE
IRA/CBC CHILDREN'S CHOICE
IRA/CBC TEACHERS' CHOICE
Over 55,000 copies sold
Written and illustrated by Kevin O'Malley
Illustrated by Scott Goto, Carol Heyer
"The fun in this picture book comes in the contrasting styles of the illustrations, which include contributions from Carol Heyer ... The girl's story features bright colors, flowers, and long golden locks ..."
~ BOOKLIST
AWARDS
BUCKEYE CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD WINNER
COLORADO CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD WINNER
LOUISIANA YOUNG READER'S CHOICE AWARD WINNER
MARYLAND BLACK-EYED SUSAN BOOK AWARD WINNER
MONARCH AWARD WINNER
NEVADA YOUNG READER'S AWARD WINNER
NORTH CAROLINA CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD WINNER
WASHINGTON CHILDREN'S CHOICE
IRA/CBC CHILDREN'S CHOICE
IRA/CBC TEACHERS' CHOICE
Over 55,000 copies sold
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ONCE UPON A ROYAL SUPERBABY
Written and illustrated by Kevin O'Malley Illustrated by Scott Goto, Carol Heyer "...Heyer's hyperrealistic art functions well to depict the imaginations of the narrators; children of both genders will relate..." ~ SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL "A flaxen-tressed Queen named Tenderheart, depicted with airy delicacy by Heyer... The artistic mashup illustrates the value of collaborative effort as hilariously as does the tumultuous tale." ~ KIRKUS REVIEWS |
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THE LITTLE SHEPHERD'S CHRISTMAS
Written and Illustrated by Carol Heyer "Carol Heyer's books rise above the rest with her lush attention to detail, both in her illustrations and words. THE LITTLE SHEPHERD'S CHRISTMAS is reverent and warm, however parents and grandparents will celebrate that it's not just another accounting of the first Christmas. Boys and active girls, especially, will identify with this young shepherd's need to prove that his name, Reuel, does not mean "tiny gray mouse that follows his brothers everywhere." There's adventure and action, too, and the story's heartwarming conclusion brings Reuel to baby Jesus' side at the manger -- and an unexpected answer to his quest. Perfect for engaging the attention of even the wiggliest of listeners." ~SWF Reviewer Crossings Book Club Selection Scholastic Edition |
THE FIRST EASTER
Written and Illustrated by Carol Heyer
"Known for her intensity of color and composition, Heyer is the appropriate artist for this story of great importance for many families. It's about time the stories were told with illustrations of better quality, with artists equal to the challenge."
~ THE NEWS
NUMBER ONE on AOL's Top Ten Easter Books for 2011
Scholastic Book Club Edition
Over 120,000 COPIES SOLD
Written and Illustrated by Carol Heyer
"Known for her intensity of color and composition, Heyer is the appropriate artist for this story of great importance for many families. It's about time the stories were told with illustrations of better quality, with artists equal to the challenge."
~ THE NEWS
NUMBER ONE on AOL's Top Ten Easter Books for 2011
Scholastic Book Club Edition
Over 120,000 COPIES SOLD
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THE FIRST CHRISTMAS
Written and Illustrated by Carol Heyer "The illustrations are stunning. In a word: reverent. The bold colors cause the light in the pictures to bound off the pages. With every turn of the page, I caught my breath as another piercing illustration caused a reverie. What's even more impressive is the text is clean, and simple, and serves as a faithful backdrop for the pictures..." ~ LIT CHIC Selected to be read by the WHITE HOUSE Selected by BARNES AND NOBLE for the Launch of the Nook Color Scholastic Book Club Edition Over 220,000 COPIES SOLD |
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DINOSAURS STRANGE AND WONDERFUL
Written by Laurence Pringle "…younger dinophiles will find the full-color, detailed illustrations convincingly scaly and realistically ugly, especially good is Heyer's Pachyrhinosaurus with its swirling multihued skin." ~ KIRKUS REVIEWS INTERIOR ART Featured in a DISCOVERY CHANNEL SPECIAL SCHOLASTIC BOOK CLUB EDITION PENGUIN PAPERBACK TROLL BOOK CLUB EDITION 112,000 COPIES SOLD |
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THE SLEEPING BEAUTY IN THE WOOD
Retold and Illustrated by Carol Heyer "Heyer's retelling is stately and dignified, and her lovely acrylic paintings should fire kids' imaginations." ~ CHILDREN'S LITERATURE "Faerie Fire," interior art from Sleeping Beauty won two prestigious awards: SPECTRUM SOCIETY OF ILLUSTRATORS LA |
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HERE COME THE BRIDES
Written by Ellen Jackson Illustrated by Carol Heyer "... illustrated in exquisite detail by Heyer's richly colored portraits." ~ KIRKUS REVIEWS "Carefully detailed pastel drawings invite examination and comparison." ~THE SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL |
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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Retold and Illustrated by Carol Heyer BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is retold and illustrated by Carol Heyer in a coverage which is one of the strongest visual presentations of the story to be marketed in book form. If only one version were to be selected, place Heyer's high on the list." ~ THE MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW IRA/CBC CHOICE FOR BEST PAPERBACK |
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EXCALIBUR
Retold and Illustrated by Carol Heyer "An enchantment of word and image." ~ CHILDREN'S BOOKWATCH "Lush, fantasy calendar art, with illustrations in acrylics and pencils illustrate the story of how King Arthur got his sword, Excalibur...a good blend of contemporary and legendary language." ~ THE BULLETIN OF THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN'S BOOKS IRA/CBC CHOICE FOR BEST PAPERBACK |
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A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Retold by Pamela Kennedy Illustrated by Carol Heyer "... It is Heyer's accomplished art that justifies yet another version of this classic. These impressively realistic acrylic paintings... are richly hued and filled with Victorian detail. Heyer effectively depicts such scenes as the horrified Scrooge eating his thin gruel as the chain-dragging ghost of Jacob Marley appears, and the transformed, ebullient Scrooge, a sprig of holly tucked into his hatband announcing to Cratchit on the day after Christmas, "I'll not only pay you more, but I'll help your family...''' ~ PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Over 90,000 COPIES SOLD |
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THE EASTER STORY
Written and Illustrated by Carol Heyer "Heyer presents a workmanlike compression of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus into a standard picture book format. Her vividly colored paintings are the book's best aspect, although Heyer interestingly chooses not to portray Jesus's face. THE EASTER STORY can serve as a creditable catalyst for family discussions regarding the true meaning behind this important celebration." ~ PUBLISHERS WEEKLY SCHOLASTIC Book Club Selection Over 220,000 COPIES SOLD |
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THE CHRISTMAS STORY
Written and Illustrated by Carol Heyer SCHOLASTIC Book Club Selection Over 120,000 COPIES SOLD |
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RAPUNZEL
Illustrated by Carol Heyer "Heyer's realistic acrylic paintings are reminiscent of the dramatic style of Maxfield Parish with the characteristic deep blues and purples...would also be useful in art classes for studies in style, portraiture...." ~ LORGNETTE "Vibrant acrylic paintings add elegance to the presentation." ~ BOOKLIST |
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SCHOLASTIC
LET'S READ ABOUT ABRAHAM LINCOLN Written by Sonia Black Illustrated by Carol Heyer 380,000 COPIES SOLD |
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ROBIN HOOD
Retold and Illustrated by Carol Heyer "Heyer's workmanship is as skillful as Robin's marksmanship." ~ LIBRARY TALK |
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THE DREAM STEALER
Written by Stephen E. Cosgrove Illustrated by Carol Heyer Over 350,000 COPIES SOLD |
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PRANCER
Written by Stephen E. Cosgrove Based on the Screenplay by Greg Taylor Illustrated by Carol Heyer Art Used in Orion Pictures Ad Campaign for PRANCER Feature Film Release Over 300,000 COPIES SOLD |
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ALL THINGS BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL
Written by Cecil Frances Alexander Illustrated by Carol Heyer |
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A STAR IN THE PASTURE
Written by Katherine Zwers and John Tobin Illustrated by Carol Heyer FIRST PICTURE BOOK SALE |
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THE GOLDEN EASTER EGG
Written by Katherine Zwers and John Tobin Illustrated by Carol Heyer |
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THE GIFT OF THE MAGI
Written by O. Henry Illustrated by Carol Heyer |
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DOWN THE GREAT UNKNOWN
Interactive Project and Book Illustrated by Carol Heyer |
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BLACK BEAUTY
Written by Anna Sewell Illustrated by Carol Heyer |
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SCHOLASTIC
LET'S READ ABOUT GEORGE BUSH Written by Sonali Fry Illustrated by Carol Heyer 42,000 COPIES SOLD |
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BABU THE BUFFALO
Written by Beatrice J. Corry Illustrated by Carol Heyer |