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Bruce Hale

About the Author

Bruce Hale (www.brucehale.com) is passionate about inspiring reluctant readers to read. He has written or illustrated more than thirty-five seriously funny books for children, including two other Monstertown Mysteries, the popular Chet Gecko Mysteries series, and the Clark the Shark picture bookseries.

An actor and a Fulbright Scholar in Storytelling, Bruce is in demand as a speaker, having presented at conferences, universities, and schools across North America and internationally. His acting resume includes regional commercials, theater, and an independent film, “The Ride”. Bruce’s book The Malted Falcon was an Edgar Award Finalist. Murder, My Tweet won the Little D Award for Humor Writing. He lives in Santa Barbara, California with his wife, Janette, and his sweet mutt, Riley.

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Invasion of the Scorp-lions
Invasion of the Scorp-lions

Invasion of the Scorp-lions

by Bruce Hale

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Mutant Mantis Lunch Ladies!
Mutant Mantis Lunch Ladies!

Mutant Mantis Lunch Ladies!

by Bruce Hale

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The Curse of the Were-Hyena
The Curse of the Were-Hyena

The Curse of the Were-Hyena

by Bruce Hale

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Ends of the Earth
Ends of the Earth

Ends of the Earth

by Bruce Hale

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Thicker Than Water
Thicker Than Water

Thicker Than Water

by Bruce Hale

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Playing with Fire
Playing with Fire

Playing with Fire

by Bruce Hale, Illustrated by Brandon Dorman, Cover design or artwork by Brandon Dorman

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