Bruce Hale

Author, Storyteller & Speaker Known for his "Chet Gecko" Chapter Book Series and "Clark the Shark" Picture Books

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Bruce Hale Biography

Bruce Hale began his career as a writer while living in Tokyo, and continued it when he moved to Hawaii in 1983. Before entering the world of children's books, he worked as a magazine editor, surveyor, corporate lackey, gardener, actor and deejay.

From picture books to novels and graphic novels, Hale has written and illustrated 30 books for kids. His "Chet Gecko Mysteries" series includes: "The Chameleon Wore Chartreuse," "The Big Nap," "The Malted Falcon," "Hiss Me Deadly, among others. His "School For S.P.I.E.S." series includes "Playing With Fire" and "Thicker Than Water."

He has created five Hawaii children's books, including Legend of the Laughing Gecko," "Moki and the Magic Surfboard" and "Moki the Gecko's Best Christmas Ever" -- all starring Moki the Gecko. (By the way, Moki the Gecko and Chet are second cousins.)

When not writing and illustrating, Hale loves to perform. He has appeared on stage, on television, and in an independent movie called "The Ride," where he plays a surfer's agent. Hale is a popular speaker and storyteller for audiences of all ages. In 1998, he won a Fulbright Grant to teach storytelling and study folklore in Thailand. (No, he doesn't speak much Thai, but he loves Thai food.)

He has taught writing workshops at colleges and universities, and he has spoken at national conferences of writing, publishing and literacy organizations. On top of that, Hale has visited elementary schools across the country, from Hawaii, to Kansas, to Pennsylvania. (You’d never guess he loves to travel.)

These days, Hale lives in Santa Barbara with his wife, Janette, and his Heinz-57 mutt, Riley. When he's not at the computer or drawing board, you'll find him hiking the hills, bicycling, or riding the waves (when it's warm enough, that is). He also likes going to movies and playing jazz music.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/21/2024.

Bruce Hale Videos

  • Humboldt County Author Festival 2021: Bruce Hale
    Author Bruce Hale shares tips for young readers and aspiring authors, and looks forward to the Author Festival in 2022, in a video for the ...
  • Clark the Shark Afraid of the Dark
    Are you afraid of the dark? Even sharks are sometimes! Author Bruce Hale reads Clark the Shark Afraid of the Dark, illustrated by Guy Francis and...

Bruce Hale Books

  • Monsters on the Loose!: A Seek and Solve Mystery!
    Monsters on the Loose!: A Seek and Solve Mystery!
  • Clark the Shark
    Clark the Shark
  • Playing with Fire (School for Spies Novel, A)
    Playing with Fire (School for Spies Novel, A)
  • Pirates of Underwhere (Prince of Underwhere)
    Pirates of Underwhere (Prince of Underwhere)
  • Prince of Underwhere
    Prince of Underwhere
  • The Mystery of Mr. Nice: A Chet Gecko Mystery
    The Mystery of Mr. Nice: A Chet Gecko Mystery

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