Books in Order: A Deep Dive into the Legacy of Author Michael Bond’s Life and Writing Style
About the Author
Michael Bond was a critically acclaimed author who is globally celebrated for bringing to life an endearing character – the marmalade-loving Paddington Bear from Peru. Bond’s masterful storytelling that began with his first book, ‘Books in Order: A Bear Called Paddington,’ paved the way for a delightful series of books that eventually found their way into TV and film adaptations. The bewitching charm of Bond’s Paddington series has captured the hearts of millions, resulting in over 35 million copies of the books sold worldwide.
Michael Bond’s Other Literary Endeavours
Beside his phenomenal success with the Paddington series, Bond also proved his versatility with a series of mystery novels targeted at an adult audience – the ‘Detective Monsieur Pamplemousse’ series. His unwavering passion for writing is evident in his prolific career spanning nearly six decades, from his first published book in 1958 until his last one in 2017.
The Early Years
Prior to his successful writing career, Bond served in the Middlesex Regiment of the British Army until 1947. It was during these formative years that the seeds of his writing career were sown. Bond passed away in 2017, but his legacy continues to inspire, entertain, and educate at the age of 91.
Michael Bond’s Unique Writing Style
Influenced by his own diverse life experiences, Bond’s distinct writing style fused whimsical charm with profound truths, making his stories relatable to both children and adults. With each ‘books in order‘, Bond consistently delivered engaging plotlines, colorful characters, and heartwarming lessons that not only entertained but also encouraged the love for reading in countless individuals across generations.
Publication Order of Paddington Bear Books
| A Bear Called Paddington | (1938) |    |
| More About Paddington | (1959) | |
| Paddington Helps Out | (1960) | |
| Paddington Abroad | (1961) | |
| Paddington at Large | (1963) | |
| Paddington Marches on | (1964) | |
| The Adventures of Paddington | (1965) | |
| Paddington at Work | (1967) | |
| Paddington Goes to Town | (1968) | |
| The Best of Paddington Bear | (1970) | |
| Paddington Takes the Air | (1970) | |
| Paddington Takes to TV | (1971) | |
| The Hilarious Adventures of Paddington | (1972) | |
| Paddington’s Blue Peter Story Book | (1973) | |
| Paddington On Top | (1974) | |
| Paddington on Stage | (1974) | |
| Great Big Paddington Book | (1976) | |
| More Hilarious Adventures of Paddington | (1978) | |
| Fun And Games With Paddington | (1978) | |
| Paddington’s Picture Book | (1978) | |
| Paddington Takes the Test | (1979) | |
| Paddington on Screen | (1982) | |
| Paddington’s Story Book | (1983) | |
| The Great Big Paddington Bear Picture Book | (1984) | |
| The Life And Times Of Paddington Bear | (1989) | |
| The Giant Paddington Storybook | (1989) | |
| Paddington Treasury | (1989) | |
| Paddington’s Favourite Stories | (1992) | |
| Paddington’s Birthday Book | (1996) | |
| Learn with Paddington | (1999) | |
| Paddington Suitcase | (2007) | |
| Paddington Rules the Waves | (2008) | |
| Paddington Here and Now | (2008) | |
| My Book of Marmalade | (2008) | |
| Paddington Pocket Library | (2008) | |
| The Arrival | (2009) | |
| Paddington, King of the Castle | (2009) | |
| Paddington and the Disappearing Sandwich | (2009) | |
| Paddington at the Beach | (2009) | |
| Paddington at the Rainbow’s End | (2009) | |
| The Paddington Treasury for the Very Young | (2010) | |
| Paddington | (2011) | |
| Paddington Buggy Book | (2011) | |
| Paddington’s London Treasury | (2011) | |
| Paddington Races Ahead | (2012) | |
| Love from Paddington | (2012) | |
| A Bear Called Paddington and Stories | (2014) | |
| Favourite Paddington Stories | (2014) | |
| The Classic Adventures of Paddington | (2014) | |
| Paddington’s Big Suitcase | (2015) | |
| Paddington’s Finest Hour | (2017) | |
| Best-loved Paddington Stories | (2017) | |
| Paddington Storybook Collection | (2017) | |
| Paddington Collector’s Quintet | (2018) | |
| Paddington Turns Detective and Other Funny Stories | (2018) | |
| The Complete Adventures of Paddington | (2018) | |