James Stevenson (July 11, 1929 – February 17, 2017) was an American illustrator and author of over 100 children's books.
His books, like What's Under My Bed, have been featured on the Reading Rainbow television series.
[4] James Stevenson wrote and illustrated his first book Walker, the Witch, and the Striped Flying Saucer in 1969.
He had previously illustrated the children's book If I Owned a Candy Factory (1968) written by his then eight-year-old son, James Walker Stevenson.
Usually containing outrageous and unbelievable tales: Featuring Emma, a good witch, and her nemeses Dolores and Lavinia: Featuring a crotchety old man: These books feature the alligator Mr. Frimdimpny who has rules about no laughing: A series of books illustrated in a softer watercolor style: Collections of James Stevenson's poetry, illustrated by himself.