Ryan T. Higgins
Ryan T. Higgins is an American author and illustrator of children's books, best known for his "Mother Bruce" and "Penelope Rex" series. His work often features humorous and engaging characters, exploring themes of friendship, perseverance, and self-acceptance. Higgins graduated from the College of the Atlantic in 2006 and currently lives in Maine with his wife, children, and a menagerie of pets. He was inspired to write for children by his father's storytelling and by the work of authors like Mo Willems. Higgins initially pursued a degree in ecology, with a backup plan to become a field biologist, but his passion for cartooning and art led him to a career in children's literature.
Awards
['E.B. White Read Aloud Award for Picture Books', 'Ezra Jack Keats New Illustrator Honor', "ALSC Notable Children's Book for Younger Readers", "Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Books", 'New York Times Bestseller', 'IndieBound Bestseller', 'Charlotte Zolotow Award Commended', 'Irma Simonton Black and James H. Black Award Winner', 'Theodor Seuss Geisel Award Honor']
Notable Works
['Mother Bruce series', 'Penelope Rex series', "We Don't Eat Our Classmates", 'Be Quiet!', 'Hotel Bruce', "Bruce's Big Move", 'Santa Bruce', 'What About Worms!?', "Norman Didn't Do It!"]
