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Bill Watterson

b. 1958

1 series 2 books in order

William Boyd "Bill" Watterson II (born July 5, 1958) is an American cartoonist and the author of the influential and popular comic strip Calvin and Hobbes. His career as a syndicated cartoonist ran from 1985 to 1995. He retired at the end of 1995, stating that he felt he had achieved all he could in the comic strip medium. During the early years of his career, he produced several drawings and additional contributions for Target: The Political Cartoon Quarterly. Watterson is known for his views on licensing and comic syndication, as well as for his reclusive nature.

Born
1958
Known for
Calvin and Hobbes

Series by Bill Watterson

Calvin and Hobbes

2 books in order · 1990–1993

Frequently asked questions

How many books has Bill Watterson written?

We list 2 books by Bill Watterson across 1 series, published between 1990–1993 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Bill Watterson's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Teaching with Calvin and Hobbes.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

Where can I buy Bill Watterson's books?

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