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Derek Taylor Kent

Author. Screenwriter. Director. Art Director. Mentor.
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Picture books written by Derek are meant to delight, educate, and inspire.

All are perfect for ages 3 to 8. 

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Hysterical Rhymes and How You Can Rhyme Too!
Hysterical Rhymes and How You Can Rhyme Too!

A collection of hilarious, heartwarming and educational children's poems for kids of all ages and reading levels. Also an educational guide that teaches how to read and write poetry. The book is illustrated by renowned artist/cartoonist Travis Hanson (www.BeanLeafPress.com) with hundreds of hilarious drawings that make the poems come to life.

Ages 4-12

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Dinosaur Derby
Dinosaur Derby

It’s Jurrasic Park meets Fast and the Furious in the thrilling and hilarious rhyming picture book about the secret world of wacky dinosaur racing! But do the tiny dinosaurs stand a chance against their gigantic counterparts?

Ages 3-8

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The Leaning Tower of Pizza
The Leaning Tower of Pizza

A diverse group of kids tell one another about famous landmarks they’ve heard about. The only problem is that they maaaay have misheard the names and their imaginations run wild with delicious possibilities. This LOL picture book is the perfect introduction to world travel, trying new foods, and experiencing different cultures.

Ages 3-8

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The Grossest Picture Book Ever
The Grossest Picture Book Ever

Welcome to the town of Gross! Here, everyone is always trying out-gross one another and there’s a new gross surprise around every corner. But wait until you see what happens on the grossest day ever! Laugh like crazy while picking up important lessons about preserving our environment.

Ages 4-9

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El Perro Con Sombrero
El Perro Con Sombrero

A bilingual doggy tale in English and Spanish about a homeless dog who chances upon a lucky sombrero that changes his life forever. Ideal for dual-immersion schools and any child who wants to learn English or Spanish in through a fun, heartwarming story.

Illustrated by Jed Henry.
Spanish translation by Gabriela Revilla Lugo

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El Perro con Sombrero meets Los Gatos con Gelatos
El Perro con Sombrero meets Los Gatos con Gelatos

It’s the highly anticipated sequel to El Perro con Sombrero!

In this new bilingual adventure, Pepe must race against the clock to deliver a forgotten homework assignment to little Lucia before school starts, but a gang of ice cream-loving cats called Los Gatos con Gelatos have other plans for him!

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Counting Sea Life with the Little Seahorse
Counting Sea Life with the Little Seahorse

Derek's first book co-written with his fiance, #1 best-selling children's author Sheri Fink. Travel along with Sheri's beloved character the Little Seahorse as he learns to count by counting all of the amazing sea life that he encounters in the ocean.

Plus, there's a special surprise ending that can make every young reader a part of the story!

Ages 0-5.

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Simon and the Solar System
Simon and the Solar System

Young Simon Beck can't fall asleep because he's so worried about his astronomy test the next day. But then a friendly alien shows up in a spaceship and takes him on a tour of the planets he will never forget. Will they survive Saturn's rings and a dust storm on Mars? Illustrated by Youtube celebrity artist Mary Doodles (Mary Gutfleisch) and Global E-Book award winner for best illustrations in a picture book, this action-packed tale is the perfect study guide for the solar system and beyond.

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Audio Book (narrated by Derek! $2.76! Also on iTunes + Amazon)

Doggy Claus/ Perro Noel
Doggy Claus/ Perro Noel

A bilingual holiday tale in English and Spanish about Santa Claus’ dog named Jingle, who decides that he wants to deliver presents to every dog on Christmas. But Santa makes it look much easier than it is! Ideal for dual-immersion schools, bilingual homes, or any child who wants to hear a warm, laugh-out-loud, enchanting Christmas story.

Illustrated by Lynx Animation Studios.
Spanish translation by Teresa Verduzco

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