- 1st Kaye & Ward1983 Hardback Not yet valued Log in to want this
COLE, BABETTE, 1950 to 2017
Babette Cole
English children's writer and illustrator.
- Books
- 5
- Editions tracked
- 5
- First editions
- 5
- Nationality
- United Kingdom
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Reading guide
Babette Cole books in order
In publication order
- 1The Trouble with Mom1983
- 2Princess Smartypants1986
- 3Prince Cinders1987
- 4Mommy Laid an Egg1993
- 5Dr. Dog1994
In order
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read Babette Cole's books in?
In publication order they begin with The Trouble with Mom (1983), then Princess Smartypants (1986) and Prince Cinders (1987). Books in a series are listed in series order on this page.
What was Babette Cole's first book?
The earliest book we list is The Trouble with Mom, first published in 1983.
When was Babette Cole born?
Babette Cole was born in 1950 and died in 2017.
How many Babette Cole books does MyVolumes track?
We track 5 books by Babette Cole across 5 editions, 5 of them first editions.
How do I know if my Babette Cole book is a first edition?
Open the book's page here and compare the publisher, place, date and the issue points we list for the first printing with your copy's title page and copyright page.