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Derek Anderson

Derek Anderson

Derek Anderson

Derek Anderson is the best-selling artist and co-creator of the New York Times bestelling Little Quack series. He is also the genius behind Gladys Goes Out To Lunch and Ballyhoo Bay. He and his wife, Cheryl, reside in Minneapolis, MN. Visit him at www.derekanderson.net.

Little Quack's ABC's will be released on June 29, 2010 in Board Book
Jun 29, 2010
Little Quack's ABC's is now available in Board Book
Jun 29, 2010
Little Quack's Opposites will be released on June 29, 2010 in Board Book
Jun 29, 2010
Little Quack's Opposites is now available in Board Book
Jun 29, 2010
News:
Ballyhoo Bay has won an award
May 05, 2010
Cuaquito (Little Quack) is now available in Board Book
Jan 26, 2010
Cuaquito (Little Quack) will be released on January 26, 2010 in Board Book
Jan 26, 2010
Little Quack Loves Colors is now available in Board Book
Jun 23, 2009
Little Quack Counts is now available in Board Book
Jun 23, 2009
Little Quack Counts will be released on June 23, 2009 in
Jun 23, 2009
Little Quack Counts is now available in
Jun 23, 2009
Little Quack Loves Colors will be released on June 23, 2009 in
Jun 23, 2009
Little Quack Loves Colors is now available in
Jun 23, 2009
Graphic Excerpt:
Ballyhoo Bay
May 08, 2009
Ballyhoo Bay is now available in Hardcover
Feb 24, 2009
Ballyhoo Bay is now available in eBook
Feb 24, 2009
Ballyhoo Bay will be released on February 24, 2009 in Hardcover
Feb 24, 2009
Ballyhoo Bay is now available in Hardcover
Feb 24, 2009
Author Appearances have been announced:
Find Derek Anderson appearances
Feb 19, 2009
Little Quack's Bedtime is now available in Board Book
Jan 06, 2009
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on January 06, 2009 in
Jan 06, 2009
Little Quack's Bedtime is now available in
Jan 06, 2009
Little Quack Counts will be released on June 23, 2009 in Board Book
Dec 19, 2008
Little Quack Loves Colors will be released on June 23, 2009 in Board Book
Dec 19, 2008
Ballyhoo Bay will be released on February 24, 2009 in Hardcover
Dec 19, 2008
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on January 06, 2009 in Board Book
Dec 19, 2008
Little Quack's New Friend will be released on January 08, 2008 in Board Book
Jan 08, 2008
Little Quack's New Friend is now available in Board Book
Jan 08, 2008
The Potty Train will be released on January 08, 2008 in Paper Over Board
Jan 08, 2008
The Potty Train is now available in Paper Over Board
Jan 08, 2008
Little Quack's New Friend will be released on January 08, 2008 in
Jan 08, 2008
Little Quack's New Friend is now available in
Jan 08, 2008
The Potty Train will be released on January 08, 2008 in
Jan 08, 2008
The Potty Train is now available in
Jan 08, 2008
Romeo and Lou Blast Off will be released on November 06, 2007 in Hardcover
Nov 06, 2007
Romeo and Lou Blast Off is now available in Hardcover
Nov 06, 2007
Over the River will be released on September 25, 2007 in Board Book
Sep 25, 2007
Over the River is now available in Board Book
Sep 25, 2007
Little Quack's Hide and Seek will be released on January 23, 2007 in Board Book
Jan 23, 2007
Little Quack's Hide and Seek is now available in Board Book
Jan 23, 2007
Little Quack's Hide and Seek will be released on January 23, 2007 in
Jan 23, 2007
Little Quack's Hide and Seek is now available in
Jan 23, 2007
How the Easter Bunny Saved Christmas will be released on October 03, 2006 in Hardcover
Oct 03, 2006
How the Easter Bunny Saved Christmas is now available in Hardcover
Oct 03, 2006
How the Easter Bunny Saved Christmas will be released on October 03, 2006 in
Oct 03, 2006
Oct 03, 2006
Blue Burt and Wiggles will be released on August 29, 2006 in Hardcover
Aug 29, 2006
Blue Burt and Wiggles is now available in Hardcover
Aug 29, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on August 18, 2006 in Trade Paperback
Aug 18, 2006
Little Quack's Bath Book will be released on January 24, 2006 in Bath
Jan 24, 2006
Little Quack's Bath Book is now available in Bath
Jan 24, 2006
Little Quack Dial-a-Duck will be released on January 24, 2006 in Novelty
Jan 24, 2006
Little Quack Dial-a-Duck is now available in Novelty
Jan 24, 2006
Little Quack's Bath Book will be released on January 24, 2006 in
Jan 24, 2006
Little Quack's Bath Book is now available in
Jan 24, 2006
Little Quack's New Friend will be released on January 10, 2006 in Hardcover
Jan 10, 2006
Little Quack's New Friend is now available in Hardcover
Jan 10, 2006
Little Quack's New Friend will be released on January 10, 2006 in
Jan 10, 2006
Little Quack's New Friend is now available in
Jan 10, 2006
Over the River will be released on September 27, 2005 in Hardcover
Sep 27, 2005
Over the River is now available in Hardcover
Sep 27, 2005
Over the River will be released on September 27, 2005 in
Sep 27, 2005
Over the River is now available in
Sep 27, 2005
Gladys Goes Out to Lunch will be released on May 17, 2005 in Hardcover
May 17, 2005
Gladys Goes Out to Lunch is now available in Hardcover
May 17, 2005
Gladys Goes Out to Lunch will be released on May 17, 2005 in
May 17, 2005
Gladys Goes Out to Lunch is now available in
May 17, 2005
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on January 25, 2005 in Hardcover
Jan 25, 2005
Little Quack's Bedtime is now available in Hardcover
Jan 25, 2005
Little Quack will be released on January 25, 2005 in Board Book
Jan 25, 2005
Little Quack is now available in Board Book
Jan 25, 2005
Little Quack's Bedtime will be released on January 25, 2005 in
Jan 25, 2005
Little Quack's Bedtime is now available in
Jan 25, 2005
Little Quack will be released on January 25, 2005 in
Jan 25, 2005
Little Quack is now available in
Jan 25, 2005
Little Quack's Hide and Seek will be released on January 27, 2004 in Hardcover
Jan 27, 2004
Little Quack's Hide and Seek is now available in Hardcover
Jan 27, 2004
Little Quack's Hide and Seek will be released on January 27, 2004 in
Jan 27, 2004
Little Quack's Hide and Seek is now available in
Jan 27, 2004
Little Quack will be released on February 01, 2003 in Hardcover
Feb 01, 2003
Little Quack is now available in Hardcover
Feb 01, 2003
Little Quack will be released on February 01, 2003 in
Feb 01, 2003
Little Quack is now available in
Feb 01, 2003
News:
Little Quack's New Friend has won an award
Prior to Dec 19, 2008
News:
Little Quack's Bedtime has won an award
Prior to Dec 19, 2008
News:
Little Quack has won an award
Prior to Dec 19, 2008
News:
Little Quack has won an award
Prior to Dec 19, 2008
News:
Little Quack has won an award
Prior to Dec 19, 2008
News:
Little Quack's Hide and Seek has won an award
Prior to Dec 19, 2008

Authors on the Web

ESPN.com, August 18, 2010
...for Kurt Warner? No. But the Cardinals don't have much choice: Their other option at quarterback is Derek Anderson. So although I admittedly don't really understand the intricacies of Arizona's immigration law, it's probably best if Leinart and Anderson...
ESPN.com, July 29, 2010
...for Kurt Warner? No. But the Cardinals don't have much choice: Their other option at quarterback is Derek Anderson. So although I admittedly don't really understand the intricacies of Arizona's immigration law, it's probably best if Leinart and Anderson...
Wicked Local Sharon, July 13, 2010
...illustrated by R. Gregory Christie "Hot Rod Hamster" (Scholastic, $16.99), written by Cynthia Lord and illustrated by Derek Anderson "A Very Big Bunny" (Schwartz & Wade, $17.99), written and illustrated by Marisabina Russo...
Appeal-Democrat.com, May 13, 2010
...Buy The following books are available at your favorite bookstores. "Hot Rod Hamster" by Cynthia Lord, illustrated by Derek Anderson, Scholastic, 2010, 36 pages, $16.99 hardcover Read aloud: age 3 and older Read yourself: age 7 — 8 Hamster stops by the...
Port Huron Times-Herald, May 12, 2010
...Buy The following books are available at favorite bookstores. ? "Hot Rod Hamster" by Cynthia Lord, illustrated by Derek Anderson, Scholastic, 2010, 36 pages, $16.99 hardcover ? Read aloud: 3 and older ? Read yourself: 7, 8 Hamster stops by the junkyard....
Lehigh Valley Express-Times, May 11, 2010
...Kate DiCamillo Books to buy The following books are available at favorite bookstores. by Cynthia Lord, illustrated by Derek Anderson, Scholastic, 2010, 36 pages, $16.99, hardcover. Read aloud: age 3 and older. Read yourself: age 7 8. Hamster stops by...
TheDay.com, May 9, 2010
...TO BUY The following books are available at favorite bookstores. "Hot Rod Hamster" by Cynthia Lord, illustrated by Derek Anderson, Scholastic, 2010, 36 pages, $16.99 hardcover Read aloud: age 3 and older. Read yourself: age 7-8. Hamster stops by the...
Daily News Transcript, May 5, 2010
...illustrated by R. Gregory Christie "Hot Rod Hamster" (Scholastic, $16.99), written by Cynthia Lord and illustrated by Derek Anderson "A Very Big Bunny" (Schwartz & Wade, $17.99), written and illustrated by Marisabina Russo...
Sun-Journal, April 16, 2010
...race with the big boys. Guaranteed to make both kids and adults squeal with delight. Colorful illustrations by Derek Anderson, story by Maine writer Cynthia Lord. The copy Shopping Siren spotted was actually signed by the author — you can't find that...
Wichita Eagle, April 4, 2010
..."Hot Rod Hamster," by Cynthia Lord and illustrated by Derek Anderson (Scholastic Press, ages 2-6, $16.99), is a fast-paced, read-aloud picture book that all ages will adore. Hamsters may be small, but that doesn't negate their need for...
Indiana Gazette, April 3, 2010
...illustrated by R. Gregory Christie ''Hot Rod Hamster'' (Scholastic, $16.99), written by Cynthia Lord and illustrated by Derek Anderson ''A Very Big Bunny'' (Schwartz & Wade, $17.99), written and illustrated by Marisabina Russo Karen MacPherson, the...
Detroit News, March 25, 2010
...illustrated by R. Gregory Christie; "Hot Rod Hamster" (Scholastic, $16.99), written by Cynthia Lord and illustrated by Derek Anderson; "A Very Big Bunny" (Schwartz & Wade, $17.99), written and illustrated by Marisabina Russo...
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, March 23, 2010
...by R. Gregory Christie; • 'Hot Rod Hamster' (Scholastic, $16.99), written by Cynthia Lord and illustrated by Derek Anderson; • 'A Very Big Bunny' (Schwartz & Wade, $17.99), written and illustrated by Marisabina Russo. First published on March 23,...
Seattle Times, March 20, 2010
...by R. Gregory Christie; • "Hot Rod Hamster" (Scholastic, $16.99), written by Cynthia Lord and illustrated by Derek Anderson; • "A Very Big Bunny" (Schwartz & Wade, $17.99), written and illustrated by Marisabina Russo...
Boston Globe, March 14, 2010
...can have. After the Browns spent a 2007 first-round pick on Brady Quinn, he held out that summer. Derek Anderson became the starter, made the Pro Bowl, and was rewarded with a three-year, $24 million contract. Anderson was cut last week, and Quinn is on...
Pittsburgh Tribune Review, March 7, 2010
...maintained. Ronald Himler's watercolors are warm and sympathetic. "Hot Rod Hamster," by Cynthia Lord, illustrations by Derek Anderson; Scholastic Press, $16.99, 40 pages, ages 3 to 7. David meets Goliath in this spunky tale of race-track derring-do from...
Minneapolis Star Tribune, January 10, 2010
...is the author of two other novels, 'Lady of Milkweed Manor' and 'The Apothecary's Daughter.' Minnesota illustrator Derek Anderson has a new picture book coming out in February with Scholastic Press. 'Hot Rod Hamster' was written by Cynthia Lord, the...
GroceryHeadquarters.com, October 12, 2009
...Glasser. Sleepyhead, by Karma Wilson and illustrated by John Segal. Ballyhoo Bay, by Judy Sierra and illustrated by Derek Anderson. What's Under the Bed?, written and illustrated by Joe Fenton. Families can see which book is inside through a special...
Interest!ALERT, October 12, 2009
...Glasser. Sleepyhead, by Karma Wilson and illustrated by John Segal. Ballyhoo Bay, by Judy Sierra and illustrated by Derek Anderson. What's Under the Bed?, written and illustrated by Joe Fenton. Families can see which book is inside through a special...
PR Newswire via MSN Money, October 12, 2009
...Glasser. Sleepyhead, by Karma Wilson and illustrated by John Segal. Ballyhoo Bay, by Judy Sierra and illustrated by Derek Anderson. What's Under the Bed?, written and illustrated by Joe Fenton. Families can see which book is inside through a special...
PR Newswire via Yahoo!, October 12, 2009
...Glasser. Sleepyhead, by Karma Wilson and illustrated by John Segal. Ballyhoo Bay, by Judy Sierra and illustrated by Derek Anderson. What's Under the Bed?, written and illustrated by Joe Fenton. Families can see which book is inside through a special...
Appeal-Democrat.com, September 24, 2009
...My Favorite Pets' is a gem of a book. ? 'Little Quack Counts' by Lauren Thompson, illustrated by Derek Anderson, Little Simon, 2009, 23 pages, $5.99 board book Read aloud: birth ? age 2 Read yourself: age 5 ? 6 The adorable duckling Little Quack...
Port Huron Times-Herald, September 23, 2009
...page, 'My Favorite Pets' is a gem of a book. 'Little Quack Counts' by Lauren Thompson, illustrated by Derek Anderson, Little Simon, 2009, 23 pages, $6 board book. Read aloud: Birth to 2 Read yourself: 5, 6 The adorable duckling Little Quack and sibling,...
Canton Repository, September 20, 2009
...page, ?My Favorite Pets? is a gem of a book. ?Little Quack Counts? by Lauren Thompson, illustrated by Derek Anderson, Little Simon, 2009, 23 pages, $5.99 board book Read aloud: birth?2. Read yourself: 5?6. The adorable duckling Little Quack...
Times Argus, September 14, 2009
...page, 'My Favorite Pets' is a gem of a book. 'Little Quack Counts' by Lauren Thompson, illustrated by Derek Anderson, Little Simon, 2009, 23 pages, $5.99 board book Read aloud: birth ? age 2. Read yourself: age 5 ? 6. The adorable duckling Little...
FOXNews.com, September 10, 2009
...Browns? starting quarterback? At press time, Browns head coach Eric Mangini had apparently decided on his choice between Derek Anderson and Brady Quinn, but was keeping it a secret as part of an elaborate ruse to mess with the minds of the Vikings. As...
The Mommy-Files, August 6, 2010
...called, Hot Rod Hamster , written by Newbury Honor Author, Cynthia Lord.  Pictures in the book are by Derek Anderson.  You can find the book online or in bookstores, retailing for $16.99. My boys love answering the different questions in the book,...
FryingPan Sports, August 5, 2010
...been able to keep it. As insurance Coach Ken Whisenhunt brought in big armed former Pro Bowl QB Derek Anderson. Leinart is due BIG dollars in 2011. If he fails this year he is gone. Look for Anderson to be the starter before the end of the year. 2...
Word From the Birds Blog, July 31, 2010
...a rookie; he is third-string behind Lenon and Ali Highsmith.On offense, Matt Leinart looked pretty good although Derek Anderson got a good chunk of reps too. The offensive line is the same that ended OTAs, with Levi Brown (LT), Alan Faneca (LG), Lyle...
A Sea Of Blue, December 14, 2009
...like gale through a corn field, and I hope they ask—was that Roger Harden or Rajon Rondo?  Derek Anderson or Wayne Turner ?  Larry Conley or Ralph Beard? But most importantly, I hope the reader sees in Mountain Reign the concept of...
MovieBlips - Top Movies News, Videos, and Blogs, November 2, 2009
...Terminator Salvation is quite an interesting one , and pretty abnormal for such a major franchise sequel. Hollywood newcomers Derek Anderson and Victor Kubicek managed to score the rights to the Terminator franchise ... Terminator Franchise to...
Crumley Family Blog, October 23, 2009
...quilt provide ample fodder for his imagination. Ages 3-7. Ballyhoo Bay , written by Judy Sierra and illustrated by Derek Anderson: Mira Bella, an artist who teaches painting and sculpture, loves Ballyhoo Bay and what it offers: sun, sea, sand, and sky....
Brimful Curiosities, October 20, 2009
...Glasser. Sleepyhead by Karma Wilson and illustrated by John Segal. Ballyhoo Bay by Judy Sierra and illustrated by Derek Anderson. What's Under the Bed? written and illustrated by Joe Fenton. From now until October 30, 2009, you can vote for which books...
Straight From Hel, October 14, 2009
...Glasser. Sleepyhead , by Karma Wilson and illustrated by John Segal. Ballyhoo Bay , by Judy Sierra and illustrated by Derek Anderson. What's Under the Bed? , written and illustrated by Joe Fenton. The cereal boxes will have a cut-out so you can select...