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Blobheads Books in Order

9 Books
1999 – 2004 Published
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Where to Start with Blobheads

For the best experience, you should read the Blobheads series in its original publication order. The overarching plot begins with Billy Barnes discovering three bizarre purple aliens in his bathroom, who mistake his baby brother for the ruler of the universe. Reading the books sequentially allows young readers to follow the unfolding alien antics, the development of their wacky powers, and the progression of their ultimate mission to return home.

Blobheads Books in Publication Order

The series consists of nine illustrated books published between 1999 and 2004. Here is the recommended order:

  1. Invasion of the Blobs (1999) – Billy first encounters Zerek, Kerek, and Derek, who mistake his baby brother Silas for the Most High Emperor of the Universe.
  2. Talking Toasters (1999) – The aliens use their 'mental tentacle' powers on kitchen appliances, bringing them to life with chaotic results.
  3. Beware of the Babysitter (1999) – Billy and the Blobs must deal with a babysitter who threatens to disrupt their secret operations.
  4. Silly Billy (2000) – The extraterrestrial crew causes major embarrassments for Billy at home and school.
  5. Naughty Gnomes (2000) – The Blobs bring garden gnomes to life, leading to neighborhood madness.
  6. Garglejuice (2000) – A strange potion causes unexpected side effects and alien shenanigans.
  7. Purple Alert! (2000) – A race against time as the group tries to send their 'emperor' back to Planet Blob via a supermarket wormhole.
  8. School Stinks! (2000) – The chaotic aliens follow Billy to school, turning his classes upside down.
  9. Blobheads Go Boing! (2004) – The final installment where Billy reflects on his wild adventures and wonders if normal life will be too quiet without his friends.

Collections and Omnibus Editions

If you are looking to collect the books, Pan Macmillan released Bumper Blobheads, a handy compilation volume that brings together the first four books in the series: Invasion of the Blobs, Talking Toasters, School Stinks!, and Beware of the Babysitter.

The Television Adaptation

In 2003, the books were adapted into a Canadian live-action/animated sitcom titled The Blobheads. Co-produced by DECODE Entertainment and C.O.R.E. Digital Pictures, it aired for one season consisting of 26 episodes on CBC Kids in Canada and Nickelodeon in the UK. The series brought the CGI-animated Blobs to life alongside a live-action cast, retelling classic storylines like the garglejuice incident and the battle with the babysitter.

Frequently Asked

QWhat is the recommended reading order for Blobheads?

It is best to read the series in publication order, starting with Invasion of the Blobs and finishing with Blobheads Go Boing!.

QWho are the creators of the Blobheads series?

The series was written by Paul Stewart and illustrated by Chris Riddell, the same creative duo behind The Edge Chronicles.

QWhat is the target age group for these books?

The books are aimed at young readers aged 7 to 10 years old, featuring short, highly illustrated chapters perfect for newly fluent or reluctant readers.

QIs there a Blobheads television show?

Yes, a 26-episode Canadian live-action/animated TV adaptation titled The Blobheads premiered in 2003 on CBC and Nickelodeon.

QWhat is the Bumper Blobheads book?

Bumper Blobheads is an omnibus edition containing the first four stories: Invasion of the Blobs, Talking Toasters, School Stinks!, and Beware of the Babysitter.

QHow many books are in the Blobheads series?

There are nine books in total, published between 1999 and 2004.