Books by Kate Hannigan

An engaging picture book biography based on the incredible true story of a Jewish refugee who pioneered home video games and launched a worldwide obsession.Do you ever wonder how video gaming was invented? What came before your PlayStation or Xbox? This is the story of Ralph Baer, a refugee from Nazi Germany, who used his skills--and a lot of ingenuity and persistence--to make life a little more fun.  Television was new when Ralph returned from serving in World War II, but he didn't settle for watching TV. He knew it could be even more fun if you could play with it. He tinkered and tested, got help and rejected, but with perseverance and skill, he made his vision come true! This is the inspiring story of a fearless inventor who made TV video games a reality.

It''s summertime, and the Bumpus family is growing! Aunt Rosie and Uncle Jonathan are expecting, and the entire family gathers together at Whispering Pines for a baby shower. But with Willow''s injured hand and big sisters pushing their way into the kitchen, it looks like Delia and Willow might have to surrender their aprons. When Grandma gives each of the grandchildren a family heirloom, suddenly Delia''s goes missing. Could it be lost in the cupcake''s batter? Follow the tasty recipes once again as Delia and Willow solve the mystery of the missing keepsake and celebrate the arrival of even more cousins in the second book in this charming series.Praise for Cupcake Cousins"[D]ebut novelist Hannigan has assembled all the ingredients for an entertaining and gentle-natured family tale." -- Publishers Weekly "Hughes'' cheery black-and-white illustrations capture the cousins'' exuberance, highlighting both misadventures and sentimental moments. . . . Hannigan''s lively tale celebrates family and friendship." -- Kirkus Reviews

Cat and Mr. Henry have set the date for their wedding-Christmas Day! Cousins Willow and Delia are excited to be junior bridesmaids at last, but when a record-breaking Christmas Eve blizzard leaves the whole town stranded, the girls have more to worry about than their wedding duties! The guests are late, and the roof has collapsed over the town''s food pantry, leaving many without a holiday meal. Will Delia and Willow be able to help the town''s hungry while giving Cat and Mr. Henry the wedding they''ve dreamed of? Test tasty recipes included throughout as the whole Bumpus family celebrates the true meaning of the holiday season in the final book in the Cupcake Cousins series.Praise for Cupcake Cousins "[D]ebut novelist Hannigan has assembled all the ingredients for an entertaining and gentle-natured family tale. Delia''s anxieties and Willow''s struggle to be seen as more than a little kid are relatable, and first-time illustrator Hughes''s spot illustrations give a good sense of the girls, the vacation home they love, and the matter-of-fact racial diversity of their clan." -- Publishers Weekly "Hughes'' cheery black-and-white illustrations capture the cousins'' exuberance, highlighting both misadventures and sentimental moments. . . . Hannigan''s lively tale celebrates family and friendship." -- Kirkus Reviews

Baking a fluffy pink cupcake is awesome, but wearing a dress that looks like one? No, thank you!Cousins Willow and Delia can''t wait to spend a week vacationing together with their families. Their aunt is getting married, and Willow and Delia are hoping their tasty baked goods will be enough to get them out of being flower girls in the wedding.But with a mischievous little brother, a bacon-loving dog, and a misbehaving blender in the mix, their treats don''t exactly turn out as planned. When a real emergency threatens to ruin the wedding, will their baking skills be enough to save the day?Join Willow and Delia in the kitchen by following their scrumptious recipes for whoopee pies, peach pancakes, and other tasty treats!Praise for Cupcake Cousins"[D]ebut novelist Hannigan has assembled all the ingredients for an entertaining and gentle-natured family tale." -Publishers Weekly"Hughes'' cheery black-and-white illustrations capture the cousins'' exuberance, highlighting both misadventures and sentimental moments. . . . Hannigan''s lively tale celebrates family and friendship." -Kirkus Reviews