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A Tall Tale

by Steven Kellogg

6 books Started 1984 Latest 1997
Publication Reading Order

The A Tall Tale is a YA Fiction / Children's Fiction series by Steven Kellogg, made up of 6 books published between 1984 and 1997. It begins with Paul Bunyan, a Tall Tale (Short Story) (1984), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is I Was Born about 10,000 Years Ago (Short Story) (1997), spanning 13 years of storytelling.

6books
13years active
2decades
~2.6yrs between books
1997latest release
# Title Year Buy
1980s
1 Paul Bunyan, a Tall Tale (Short Story) 1984 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind Crockett (Short Story) 1985 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Pecos Bill (Short Story) 1986 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Johnny Appleseed (Short Story) 1988 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1990s
5 Mike Fink (Short Story) 1992 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 I Was Born about 10,000 Years Ago (Short Story)Latest 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

A Tall Tale series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the A Tall Tale series?

Start with Paul Bunyan, a Tall Tale (Short Story) (1984), the first book in the A Tall Tale series by Steven Kellogg. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the A Tall Tale series?

There are 6 books in the A Tall Tale series by Steven Kellogg, published between 1984 and 1997.

What is the first book in the A Tall Tale series?

The first book in the A Tall Tale series is Paul Bunyan, a Tall Tale (Short Story), published in 1984 by Steven Kellogg.

What is the latest book in the A Tall Tale series?

The most recent book in the A Tall Tale series is I Was Born about 10,000 Years Ago (Short Story) (1997) by Steven Kellogg.

More series by Steven Kellogg

Steven Kellogg (born February 25, 1941) is an American children's book author and illustrator known for his whimsical and imaginative artwork. Born in Norwalk, Connecticut, Kellogg graduated from the Pratt Institute in New York City. He began his career as an illustrator for magazines and newspapers but soon transitioned to creating children's books. Kellogg's notable works include "The Island of the Skog," "Pinkerton, Behave!" (for which he won the Caldecott Honor in 1983), and "Can I Keep It?" He has also collaborated with his wife, Nancy White Carlstrom, on several books. Throughout his career, Kellogg has received numerous awards, including two Caldecott Honors, and has been praised for his ability to connect with young readers through his humorous and heartwarming illustrations.

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