James Howe

James Howe is an American children's author best known for humorous mystery and animal stories, especially the Bunnicula series. The Celery Stalks at Midnight, Howliday Inn, Return to Howliday Inn, Nighty-nightmare, Bunnicula Strikes Again!, and Rabbit-Cadabra! show his talent for mixing spooky premises with comedy, friendship, and accessible suspense.

Howe's books often let animal characters observe human confusion with wit and warmth. His stories are playful enough for young readers while still offering real mystery structure, chapter-book momentum, and affection for oddball characters. Readers, parents, teachers, and librarians looking for funny children's mysteries, gentle horror, animal narrators, and series books that encourage independent reading will find James Howe a dependable favorite.