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Publication Order of Billy Sook Books

Runny Babbit (2005)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Runny Babbit Returns (2017)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle

Publication Order of The Missing Piece Books

The Missing Piece (1976)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Missing Piece Meets the Big O (1981)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back (1963)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle

Publication Order of Plays

with David Mamet
Oh, Hell!: Two One Act Plays (1990)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein (2001)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Things Change (2003)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Shel's Shorts (2003)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle

Publication Order of Chapbooks

A Giraffe and a Half (1964)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle

Publication Order of Picture Books

Take Ten (1955)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Uncle Shelby's ABZ Book (1961)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Giving Tree (1964)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Who Wants a Cheap Rhinoceros? (1964)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Different Dances (1979)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle

Publication Order of Collections

Don't Bump the Glump! and Other Fantasies (1964)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Where the Sidewalk Ends (1974)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
A Light in the Attic (1981)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Falling Up (1996)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Poems and Drawings (2002)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Every Thing on It (2011)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

Now Here's My Plan (1960)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Playboy's Teevee Jeebies (1963)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
More Playboy's Teevee Jeebies (1965)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Playboy's Silverstein Around the World (2007)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle

Publication Order of David Mamet Collected Plays

American Buffalo (By: David Mamet) (1975)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Water Engine (By: David Mamet) (1976)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Mr. Happiness (By: David Mamet) (1976)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
A Life in the Theatre (By: David Mamet) (1977)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Sexual Perversity in Chicago (By: David Mamet) (1978)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Duck Variations (By: David Mamet) (1978)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Woods (By: David Mamet) (1979)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Reunion (By: David Mamet) (1979)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Dark Pony (By: David Mamet) (1979)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Lakeboat (By: David Mamet) (1981)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Squirrels (By: David Mamet) (1982)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Edmond (By: David Mamet) (1983)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Glengarry Glen Ross (By: David Mamet) (1983)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Shawl (By: David Mamet) (1985)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Speed-the-Plow (By: David Mamet) (1987)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
House of Games (By: David Mamet) (1987)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Oh, Hell!: Two One Act Plays (With: David Mamet) (1990)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
We're No Angels (By: David Mamet) (1990)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
A Waitress in Yellowstone, or Always Tell the Truth (By: David Mamet) (1990)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
We Will Take You There (By: David Mamet) (1990)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
A Wasted Weekend (By: David Mamet) (1990)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Museum of Science and Industry Story (By: David Mamet) (1990)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Bradford (By: David Mamet) (1990)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Homicide (By: David Mamet) (1992)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Oleanna (By: David Mamet) (1993)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Prairie du Chien (By: David Mamet) (1994)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Cryptogram (By: David Mamet) (1995)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Death Defying Acts (By: Woody Allen,David Mamet,Elaine May) (1996)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Old Neighborhood (By: David Mamet) (1998)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Spanish Prisoner (By: David Mamet) (1999)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Winslow Boy (By: David Mamet) (1999)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Henrietta (By: David Mamet,Elizabeth Dahlie) (1999)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Boston Marriage (By: David Mamet) (2001)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Faustus (By: David Mamet) (2001)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Things Change (With: David Mamet) (2003)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Romance (By: David Mamet) (2005)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
November (By: David Mamet) (2008)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Keep Your Pantheon (By: David Mamet) (2009)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Race (By: David Mamet) (2010)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Voysey Inheritance (By: David Mamet) (2010)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
School (By: David Mamet) (2010)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Anarchist (By: David Mamet) (2011)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
China Doll (By: David Mamet) (2014)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
The Penitent (By: David Mamet) (2017)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle

Publication Order of Anthologies

Murder For Love(1996)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle
Murder for Revenge(1998)Hardcover  Paperback  Kindle

Shel Silverstein
Shel Silverstein was an American composer, cartoonist, screenwriter, musician, and celebrated author of children’s books. Silverstein’s genius showed in everything he touched, and some of his children’s books are still celebrated decades after they were first published. His songwriting earned him a nomination for the Oscars, while he won a Grammy for his outstanding works. The talented author’s debut book, Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back, was first published in 1963, followed by four others in 1964. In 1974, Where the Sidewalk Ends was published, and A Light in the Attic came much later in 1981. Silverstein died in 1999.

A Light in the Attic
A Light in the Attic is a poem collection about monsters, clowns, pirates, and everything in between. The witty writing and silly characters are sure to entertain the young ones with their shenanigans. There is some suggestive and morbid content but not anything children six years and older will not be delighted about. However, you may have to explain death in poems like Little Abigail or the meaning of kidnapping. These issues are covered in a silly way, so you have nothing to worry about if your child understands humor. The language is simple, and everything is explained in a way that young readers can understand.

From the poems, it’s evident that the author is talented. His wit shines through the page, and his humor is clear from the characters he develops to the things he highlights. All illustrations are highly creative, and the poems answer most of the children’s wild imaginations. What if you could drown in your tears, or you were to be kidnapped by a Barbazzoop? Images are in black in white, yet they bring out the best of the characters they represent. You will enjoy the wordplay in these whimsical poems, not to mention the memorable characters. The words alone paint a picture of the topic in the poem, while the illustrations make it possible for the reader to form a personal connection to the characters.

Most of the poems here are short and will take a few minutes to read. The language is simple, making this an ideal book for teaching poetry to young readers. It is fantastic that the author emphasizes goodness, kindness, and being happy. You will enjoy following the characters as they learn and discover new things within a few short lines. While the book was published several decades ago, there is a lot for the kids and young at heart to enjoy. You can be sure that you will have a massive smile on your face anytime you read a poem from the collection.

A light in the Attic is an intriguing children’s story comprising silly poems by characters who are not afraid to do crazy stunts. The book features talking animals, magicians, and monsters, and other bizarre creatures. It is a perfect choice for children above six years or any adult who wants to feel like a kid again. There are some creepy and sad bits, but these are necessary for the children as they help make sense of the world and its realities. It is also refreshing that most of the poems are funny enough to make you laugh and brighten your days.

Where the Sidewalk Ends
Where the Sidewalk Ends is one of Shel Silverstein’s most celebrated works, and for a good reason too. The book comprises funny poems with memorable characters, great flow, and big lessons. In this book, the author’s world begins, and with it comes a boy who turns into a TV, a girl who manages to eat a whale, and a crocodile who visits the dentist, among other interesting characters. In Silverstein’s world, everything is possible. Sisters can be auctioned, it is possible to wash your shadow, and naughty kids who will not take out the garbage exist. The good thing is that all poems end humorously, so there is a lot to giggle and laugh about.

In addition to the humorous characters, these poems come with rhyme and rhythm. They are a joy to read aloud or curl up to late at night when you feel like thinking of something that happened a long time ago. Most of the poems address common concerns with kids and the things they fancy. It is fun joining the characters in their adventures and exploring a world where animals can talk, have emotions, a daily routine, just like humans. There are also human characters, and the author lets us into their private thoughts and lives. From the poem, it is clear how differently children see things and life in general. There are no preconceived notions in this author’s world, so interacting with common occurrences like it is the first time is fun.

This is a collection of profound and outrageously funny classic poetry. The poems are written with kids in mind, but there are many things to enjoy, even as adults. Even you read the book as a kid a child, you will still enjoy it decades later. It’s one of those books that has something new to offer every time you pick it. Silverstein’s world of fantasy and freedom is admirable, and the charm and beauty in it will hold you captive to the last page. It is also notable that the author encourages kindness in a world where almost everyone is concerned about themselves and no one else.

Where the Sidewalk Ends is yet another dive into the author’s fantasy world. He will introduce many characters on these pages, and it will be hard to forget them all. Silverstein writes with such heart that you can cry over his one-page poems. There is also a lot to enjoy, so do not be surprised if you find yourself laughing maniacally at some of the happenings in the poems. There are some intriguing illustrations with most poems that will only make your imagination grow wilder. If you want to get back to that beautiful place called childhood, this book is perfect. It’s also a perfect gift for a curious child, seven years and older.

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One Response to “Shel Silverstein”

  1. Jason C Bernal: 2 years ago

    I’ve read his poems since i was a child. The first poem I ever memorized was icklme pickle tickle too

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