Cressida Cowell

FantasyAdventureChildren's LiteratureYoung Adult

Biography

Cressida Cowell is a British author best known for her internationally acclaimed book series "How To Train Your Dragon," which inspired the successful DreamWorks animated film franchise. Born in London, Cowell studied English literature at Keble College, Oxford. Cowell's whimsical and imaginative storytelling has captivated readers of all ages, earning her numerous awards and nominations, including the Nestle Children's Book Prize and the British Book Awards Children's Book of the Year. Her books have been translated into over 30 languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide. In addition to the "How To Train Your Dragon" series, Cowell has also penned other popular children's books, including the "Wizard of Once" series and the "Emily Brown" picture book series. She is known for her engaging writing style, colorful characters, and inventive world-building. Cowell is a passionate advocate for children's literacy and regularly visits schools and libraries to inspire young readers. She currently lives in London with her husband and three children.

Standalone Novels

Individual novels by Cressida Cowell not part of a series

  • How to Train Your Dragon
  • One Too Many Tigers

Classic Series

The series that started it all

  • How To Train Your Dragon
  • How To Be a Pirate
  • How to Speak Dragonese
  • How to Cheat a Dragon's Curse

Recent Series

Latest works by the author

  • How to Twist a Dragon's Tale
  • A Hero's Guide to Deadly Dragons
  • How to Ride a Dragon's Storm
  • How to Break a Dragon's Heart

Reading Order

Complete reading order for Cressida Cowell's books

1Standalone Novels
2How To Train Your Dragon

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Cressida Cowell?

Cressida Cowell is a British author known for writing the 'How To Train Your Dragon' series.

How many books are in the 'How To Train Your Dragon' series?

There are a total of 12 books in the 'How To Train Your Dragon' series.

Have the 'How To Train Your Dragon' books been adapted into movies?

Yes, the 'How To Train Your Dragon' books have been adapted into a successful movie trilogy.

What age group is the 'How To Train Your Dragon' series suitable for?

The 'How To Train Your Dragon' series is generally targeted towards children aged 8 and above.

What other books has Cressida Cowell written?

Apart from the 'How To Train Your Dragon' series, Cressida Cowell has written other books such as 'The Wizards of Once' series.