Books by James Dean

Portrait of James Dean

James Dean is best known as the creative force behind the beloved Pete the Cat series, bringing warmth, humour, and a touch of gentle mischief to every page. Originally a self-taught artist, Dean transformed his passion for painting into a storytelling career that has captured the imaginations of children and parents alike. His vibrant illustrations and simple, reassuring narratives celebrate curiosity, friendship, and the joy of everyday life.

Beyond his iconic blue cat, Dean continues to inspire young readers through his playful artistry and positive outlook. Each new title reflects his belief that learning can be fun and that creativity should always be encouraged. His books are perfect for early readers who love colourful characters, catchy rhythms, and tales that remind them to keep smiling, no matter what comes their way.

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154 products


  • Pete the Kitty and the Beanstalk

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty and the Beanstalk

    7 in stock

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    7 in stock

    £6.23

  • Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £11.69

  • Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisPete the Cat meets a super-cool caterpillar in the first Pete the Cat Level 1 I Can Read tale from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator James Dean.Pete thinks he found a new best friend.

    3 in stock

    £5.62

  • Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewFans of the groovy blue cat will enjoy the familiar melodic words and repetition. A solid addition. — School Library Journal

    2 in stock

    £6.99

  • Pete the Kitty 5 PawSome Tales

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty 5 PawSome Tales

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • Pete the Cats Groovy Imagination

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats Groovy Imagination

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £11.69

  • Pete the Cats Family Road Trip

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats Family Road Trip

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisBut the Cat family isn't going to let a small setback get in the way of fun...Pete the Cat's Family Road Trip is a Level I Can Read book, complete with original illustrations from the creators of Pete the Cat, Kimberly and James Dean, and is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

    10 in stock

    £5.62

  • Pete the Cat Plays HideandSeek

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Plays HideandSeek

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £11.69

  • Pete the Cat Checks Out the Library

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Checks Out the Library

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author and illustrator James Dean shows us how much fun reading can be in Pete the Cat Checks Out the Library. Includes over 30 groovy stickers!It's Pete the Cat's first time at the library.

    2 in stock

    £5.62

  • Pete the Cat and the Sprinkle Stealer

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Sprinkle Stealer

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team James and Kimberly Dean comes the next I Can Read Comics book in the Pete the Cat series! In Pete the Cat and the Sprinkle Stealer, Secret Agent Meow (also known as Pete the Cat) is ready to crack another case: a cat burglary hits too close to home when someone steals Pete?s parents? secret recipe for rainbow sprinkle cookies!Pete the Cat and the Sprinkle Stealer is a Level One I Can Read Comic, which means it will introduce children into the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourage visual literacy in emerging readers.

    2 in stock

    £6.23

  • Pete the Cat Crayons Rock

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Crayons Rock

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA solid purchase where Pete is cool. — School Library Journal

    £17.96

  • Pete the Cat and the Mysterious Smell

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Mysterious Smell

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    Book SynopsisPete the Cat fans will giggle along as Pete and his friends track down the source of a peculiar smell in this cool new book by New York Timesbestselling author-illustrator team Kimberly and James Dean. Includes over 30 rockin? stickers!Pete and his friends are so excited because it?s pizza day at school!But before they can enjoy their delicious meal, they notice a peculiar smell. Pete and his friends decide to investigate. They suspect it could be rotten radishes, stinky socks, or trash from the dumpsters.But after checking the salad bar, gym, and playground they still can?t find the source of the smell. Will Pete and his friends ever track down the stink?

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    £7.38

  • Pete the Cats Trip to the Supermarket

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats Trip to the Supermarket

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisPete the Cat helps out at the supermarket in this Level 1 I Can Read tale from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean.Along with his dad and brother, Pete the Cat heads off to the supermarket.

    2 in stock

    £5.62

  • Pete the Cat Hickory Dickory Dock

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Hickory Dickory Dock

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestselling creators James and Kimberly Dean put a groovy spin on the classic children’s song “Hickory Dickory Dock” with everyone’s favorite cool cat.Hickory dickory dock.

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Space Chase

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team James and Kimberly Dean comes the next I Can Read Comics book in the Pete the Cat series!When Agent Meow (also known as Pete the Cat) discovers an empty alien spaceship and accidentally launches into space, what else will he find?

    7 in stock

    £5.99

  • Pete the Kitty and the Mermaids Sandcastle

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty and the Mermaids Sandcastle

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisA magical mermaid adventure fromNew York Timesbestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean!Pete the Kitty and his mermaid friend Jessie work together to build a sandcastle. But the castle is missing something. Will one shell, two barnacles, three strands of seaweed, and more gifts from the sea be enough to make their sandcastle the best it can be?Young mermaid fans and beachgoers will love building and counting with Pete and Jessie in this My First I Can Read story, complete with original illustrations from the creator of Pete the Cat, James Dean.This My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations?which means it''s perfect for shared reading with emergent readers.The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.

    2 in stock

    £6.23

  • HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats Mars Mission

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £6.23

  • HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats Cool New Ride

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £13.49

  • Pete the Cat TakeAlong Storybook Set

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat TakeAlong Storybook Set

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisPete the Cat is now five times the fun! Groovy!Featuring 5 rockin? Pete the Cat 8x8 stories in a carry-along case complete with a Velcro closure and plastic handle, this collection of favorite easy-to-read stories is perfect for reading on the go!This set includes the following super-cool titles, together for the first time: Pete the Cat: Construction DestructionPete the Cat: Cavecat PetePete the Cat: Robo-PetePete the Cat: Go Pete Go!Pete the Cat and the Treasure MapReaders will love this collection of groovy tales featuring James Dean?s New York Times bestselling character, Pete the Cat.

    2 in stock

    £8.54

  • Pete the Cats 12 Groovy Days of Christmas Gift

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats 12 Groovy Days of Christmas Gift

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    £12.91

  • Pete the Cat The Wheels on the Bus Sound Book

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat The Wheels on the Bus Sound Book

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA fun sound book starring the beloved Pete the Cat!Hop on board with Pete and his friends as they sing the classic school bus tune in this groovy sound book—perfect for little hands and for singing along. This sturdy board book features one easy button for turning on and off the music.Pete the Cat: The Wheels on the Bus is by New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean. Preschoolers will enjoy singing along with Pete!

    1 in stock

    £9.49

  • Potty Time with Pete the Kitty

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Potty Time with Pete the Kitty

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisPotty time is cool with Pete the Kitty in this groovy lift-the-flap potty training board book!Pete the Kitty walks toddlers through every groovy step for using the potty, from getting ready, to washing up—all leading up to one rockin’ celebration!

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Pete the Cat and the New Guy

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the New Guy

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Pete the Cat Five Little Ducks

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Five Little Ducks

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £6.99

  • Pete the Kitty and the Unicorns Missing Colors

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty and the Unicorns Missing Colors

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisTogether, they search for the missing colors of the rainbow.Young unicorn fans will love Pete's enchanting adventure in this My First I Can Read story, complete with original illustrations from the creator of Pete the Cat, James Dean.My First I Can Read books are perfect for shared reading with a child.

    2 in stock

    £5.62

  • Pete The Cat Phonics Box

    HarperCollins Pete The Cat Phonics Box

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    Book SynopsisPete the Cat helps kids learn to read with phonics! Who knew reading could be so groovy?This set of 12 simple and fun Pete the Cat storybooks is an excellent choice to share with your beginning reader. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children ages 3 to 6. Enter into the world of reading with My First I Can Read! Reviewed by a phonics expert, these 12 short full-color books feature repeated examples of short and long vowel sounds and common sight words. Each of the simple stories in this box set is designed to teach kids how to master reading while rocking out with Pete the Cat.Phonics teaches children the relationship between letters and the sounds they make. A child who has mastered these relationships has an excellent foundation for learning to read and spell. According to the National Institute of Child Health & Human Development, a child who has learned phonics has a method to recognize familiar words and “decode” unfamiliar ones.

    Out of stock

    £14.39

  • Pete the Cat Petes Big Lunch My First I Can Read

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Petes Big Lunch My First I Can Read

    7 in stock

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    7 in stock

    £5.99

  • Pete the Cat Pete at the Beach My First I Can

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Pete at the Beach My First I Can

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £5.99

  • HarperCollins Pete the Cat Goes Camping

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    £7.83

  • PETE THE CAT 14DOLL

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    £999.99

  • Pete The Cat And The Missing Cupcakes

    HarperCollins Pete The Cat And The Missing Cupcakes

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £16.99

  • A Pet for Pete

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Pet for Pete

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    £7.84

  • Pete the Cats Train Trip

    HarperCollins Pete the Cats Train Trip

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    £5.99

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    £16.20

  • Pete the Cat

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cat Rock On Mom and Dad

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Rock On Mom and Dad

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    Book SynopsisRock out with Pete the Cat in New York Times bestselling artist James Dean''s Pete the Cat: Rock On, Mom and Dad!, complete with stickers, cards, and a poster!Mom and Dad do so much for Pete that he wants to thank them with a special surprise. But what can Pete do that will show Mom and Dad how much he loves them? In this groovy story, Pete learns that it’s not what you do but how you do it that matters, so long as it comes from the heart. Young readers will love watching Pete surprise Mom and Dad with something totally awesome.Moms and dads looking for a Mother''s Day or Father''s Day present for their child to give should consider Rock On, Mom and Dad!

    Out of stock

    £9.41

  • Pete the Cat ValentineS Day is Cool

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat ValentineS Day is Cool

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £13.43

  • Pete the Cat The Great Leprechaun Chase Includes

    HarperCollins Pete the Cat The Great Leprechaun Chase Includes

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean takes us on a St. Patrick's Day adventure with Pete the Cat as Pete discovers how lucky he actually is!It's St. Patrick's Day, and it's also the grand opening of Pete the Cat's leprechaun catching business.

    1 in stock

    £11.24

  • HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Easter Basket Bandit

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisPete and his friends hunt for his missing Easter basket in this storybook?complete with a fold-out poster, stickers, and cards perfect for Easter celebrations!It?s Easter morning, and Pete''s Easter basket is nowhere to be found! Who could?ve taken it?Readers will love helping Pete and his friends find the Easter Basket Bandit and learn that sharing is the sweetest gift of all!Pete the Cat and the Easter Basket Bandit is a must-have gift for Easter baskets!

    1 in stock

    £8.26

  • Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £6.99

  • Pete the Cat Construction Destruction

    HarperCollins Pete the Cat Construction Destruction

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    Book SynopsisLooking for a fun sticker book to go with such favorites as First 100 Stickers: Trucks and Things That Go? It''s Pete the Cat to the rescue! This fun 8x8 storybook includes over 30 groovy stickers.This sticker book starring the ever-popular Pete the Cat will keep your junior construction worker entertained!When Pete sees that the playground is in bad shape, he gets a totally groovy idea—make a new playground! Pete calls in construction workers and cement mixers, backhoes and dump trucks to build the coolest playground ever. In the end, Pete learns that to make something special, you have to dream big.Your child will enjoy this story of Pete the Cat''s construction destruction leading to an all-new playground!

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    £6.99

  • Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana

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    £6.84

  • Pete the Cat Giant Sticker Book

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Giant Sticker Book

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling artist James Dean comes an all-new supercool activity book!Featuring more than 40 activities and 600 awesome stickers, Pete the Cat’s sticker book is sure to entertain readers of all ages.

    1 in stock

    £11.76

  • HarperCollins Pete The Cats Super Cool Reading Collection

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cat RoboPete

    HarperCollins Pete the Cat RoboPete

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £7.41

  • Pete The Cat

    HarperCollins Pete The Cat

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    Out of stock

    £8.92

  • Pete the Cat and the Surprise Teacher

    HarperCollins Pete the Cat and the Surprise Teacher

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisEveryone, even teachers, can learn something new at school in this Pete the Cat I Can Read adventure from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator, James Dean.When Pete goes to school, he finds out his teacher is out sick and the substitute teacher is .

    5 in stock

    £6.86

  • Pete the Cat and the TipTop Tree House

    HarperCollins Pete the Cat and the TipTop Tree House

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean takes readers along for a fun, groovy adventure with Pete the Cat!In Pete the Cat and the Tip-Top Tree House, Pete invites all of his friends over to spend time in his tree house.

    5 in stock

    £6.64

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