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Brett Helquist

Brett Helquist is the illustrator of many books including The Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket, Chasing Vermeer, by Blue Balleitt and most recently Guitar Genius, by Kim Tomsic and Cezanne’s Parrot, by Amy Guglielmo. He is also the author of Bedtime for BearGrumpy Goat, and Roger the Jolly Pirate. He grew up in Utah and now lives in Brooklyn, New York with his wife and two kids. When he’s not working he’s usually trying to play his guitar. You can visit Brett online at www.bretthelquist.com.
The Mona Lisa Vanishes
Strangeville School Is Definitely Not Cursed
Nadya Skylung and the Cloudship Rescue
Strangeville School Is Totally Normal
Just Being Dalí
Nadya Skylung and the Masked Kidnapper
The Rise and Fall of Mount Majestic

Books

The Mona Lisa Vanishes
Strangeville School Is Definitely Not Cursed
Nadya Skylung and the Cloudship Rescue
Strangeville School Is Totally Normal
Just Being Dalí
Nadya Skylung and the Masked Kidnapper
The Rise and Fall of Mount Majestic

Books for Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month

This Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month (and beyond!), we’re celebrating authors, creators, and illustrators from the Hispanic and Latine community. Join us in uplifting their voices and stories by bringing them into your classroom. Find a full collection of Elementary School titles here.

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