Especiales de A la orilla del viento Books in Order

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Published between 1990 and 1994, Especiales de A la orilla del viento is a collection of standalone stories that explore themes of personal growth, emotional awareness, and self-discovery. Each book presents a unique character facing a personal challenge, often involving a symbolic object or internal struggle that helps them gain new understanding. The series emphasizes the importance of listening to one's inner voice and finding strength in vulnerability.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of The Mysteries of Harris Burdick

    The Mysteries of Harris Burdick

    1984 · Chris Van Allsburg

    This book presents a series of loosely related drawings, each accompanied by a title and a caption, which the reader may use to invent his or her own…

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  2. Cover of Willy the wimp

    Willy the wimp

    1984 · Anthony Browne

    A young chimpanzee, tired of being bullied by the suburban gorilla gang, decides to build up his muscles so that he won't be a wimp anymore.

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  3. Cover of Willy the champ

    Willy the champ

    1985 · Anthony Browne

    Willy, who is not skilled in sports or fighting, demonstrates his true strength when a local bully appears. Despite his gentle nature, Willy proves…

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  4. Cover of Things I like

    Things I like

    1989 · Anthony Browne

    A young chimp shares a list of favorite playtime activities, including painting, riding a bike, paddling in the sea, and partying with friends. The…

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    Happy blanket

    1990 · Tony Ross

    Gregory and Lucy each discover that the scary things in life feel less threatening when they have a "Happy Blanket." Their two stories begin at…

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  7. Cover of I love animals

    I love animals

    1994 · Flora McDonnell

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  8. Cover of Willy the wizard

    Willy the wizard

    1995 · Anthony Browne

    Willy the chimpanzee loves to play soccer, but he is never picked for a team until a stranger gives him some shoes that he is certain are magic.

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  9. Cover of Willy the dreamer

    Willy the dreamer

    1997 · Anthony Browne

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  10. Cover of My dad

    My dad

    2000 · Anthony Browne

    A child describes the many wonderful things about "my dad," who can jump over the moon, swim like a fish, and be as warm as toast.

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  11. Cover of Into the forest

    Into the forest

    2004 · Anthony Browne

    After his father seems to disappear, a boy takes a cake to his ill grandmother, traveling through the forest in a journey reminiscent of the story of…

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  12. Cover of El pájaro del alma - 1. edición

    El pájaro del alma - 1. edición

    2005 · Michal Snunit

    Inside each of us is a soul bird that expresses our feelings and should be listened to and appreciated.

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  13. Cover of My mom

    My mom

    2005 · Anthony Browne

    A child describes the many wonderful things about "my mom." The mom is described as someone who can make anything grow, roar like a lion, and be as…

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  14. Cover of Silly Billy

    Silly Billy

    2006 · Anthony Browne

    Billy uses worry dolls recommended by his grandmother to cope with his anxiety, but finds they do not fully resolve his concerns. The story explores…

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  15. Cover of The Incredible Book Eating Boy

    The Incredible Book Eating Boy

    2006 · Oliver Jeffers

    Henry loves to eat books, until he begins to feel quite ill and decides that maybe he could do something else with the books he has been devouring.

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Companion & related books

Related titles and editions that sit outside the main numbered order.

Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Especiales de A la orilla del viento books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “The Mysteries of Harris Burdick”. Start with “The Mysteries of Harris Burdick.”

How many books are in the Especiales de A la orilla del viento series?

We list 19 books by Anthony Browne , published between 1984–2006.

Where can I buy the Especiales de A la orilla del viento books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.