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30 Best Book Character Costume Ideas for Halloween 2022

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Tamara Schlesinger

The only thing more fun than dressing up for Halloween? Get lost in a good book. And if you’re a bookworm who also loves Halloween, then you know you’ll find plenty of inspiration for costume ideas in fiction. Whether you’re a teacher in need of Halloween inspiration or a parent planning a book character dress-up day at school, we’ve got plenty of character costume ideas book for kids and adults you are sure to love. The best part: everyone will definitely appreciate your costume too.

From characters inspired by classic fairy tales, like Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood, to much more modern fictional icons, like Katniss Everdeen and Harry Potter, we have book character costumes that will appeal to just about everyone. And don’t worry if putting together DIY Halloween costumes isn’t your thing – our list includes costumes you can also pick up in time for the big day. Read on for all the best character-inspired costumes from the book for toddlers, tweens, teachers and everyone in between, from Fantastic Mr. Fox to Captain Underpants to Clifford the Big Red Dog.

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The iconic character of Holly Golightly was first introduced in Truman Capote’s novel Breakfast at Tiffany’sand you can easily channel Holly with a black dress, pearls and a bun.

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Mr. Fox is one of Roald Dahl’s most iconic storybook characters, and dressing like him will ensure you’re warm and cozy all Halloween night.

Get the Fantastic Mr. Fox Costume Tutorial to Rachel Jess.

You’ll take everyone on a trip down memory lane when you’re dressed as Joanna Cole’s crazy Miss Frizzle The Magic School Bus.

If you already have a yellow raincoat and boots at home, taking on Neil Gaiman’s classic character Coraline only requires a blue wig (or blue hair dye, if you really want to commit).

SHOP THE BLUE WIG

Want to spend Halloween night solving mysteries like Carolyn Keene’s Nancy Drew? Then all you need is a plaid skirt, a cardigan and a magnifying glass.

Get the Nancy Drew Costume Tutorial at the farm.

Dressing up as the intrepid French schoolgirl Madeline simply requires a blue cape and a yellow hat, just like Ludwig Bemelmans’ character always wears.

If you’re feeling ready to take on the big bad wolf, simply layer a red hooded poncho over a red dress to become the classic Little Red Riding Hood fairytale character. Don’t forget your basket of goodies!

BUY THE RED PONCHO

Marcus Pfister fans rainbow fish I’d love that this costume doesn’t require any other parts (although, of course, you can feel free to accessorize however you like).

Astrid Lindgren’s spunky character, Pippi Longstocking, is best known for her eclectic ensembles, so as long as you’re ready to mix and match designs, this costume is a cinch to put together.

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If your kid loves Dav Pilkey Captain Underpants series, then this nifty DIY costume is a must.

Get the Captain Underpants Costume Tutorial to Where the smiles have been.

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very hungry caterpillar

Not only is this Eric Carle-inspired costume totally unique, it’s also incredibly affordable and requires no other accessories.

Although better known as a ballet, the story of The Nutcracker was actually inspired by the story of ETA Hoffmann. Nutcracker and the Mouse Kingand what could be more fun than dressing up as the Mouse King for Halloween?

Get the Mouse King Costume Tutorial to See Vanessa Craft.

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Clifford the big red dog

You don’t have to be as big as a house to dress up as Norman Bridwell’s larger-than-life character, Clifford the Big Red Dog.

If you’re looking to add a fun twist to the classic cat Halloween costume, you can just put on an all-black ensemble, draw on some whiskers, add a red and white striped hat, and become a Dr. Seuss character.

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Almost everyone knows the work of Maurice Sendak where the wild things areand dressing your little one as the fearless Max is sure to be a hit.

An all-black ensemble, a topknot and a long braid are all you need to become Suzanne Collins’ fierce Katniss Everdeen. The hunger Games.

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Before Walt Disney made him famous, Pinocchio was a character created by Italian author Carlo Collodi, and dressing up as a mischievous puppet is easier than you might think.

Get the Pinocchio Costume Tutorial at Lovely Effectively.

For a little house on the prairie-inspired look, opt for this long farm girl dress and become Laura Ingalls Wilder for the day.

With the help of a dark pea coat, deerstalker hat and pipe, you can watch just like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s eccentric detective character, Sherlock Holmes.

SHOP HAT AND PIPE

Pair a white button-down shirt with a black skirt and add a few key accessories to become everyone’s favorite babysitter from PL Travers’ book series.

Get the Mary Poppins Costume Tutorial to Keiko Lynn.

Transport yourself to AA Milne’s Hundred Acre Wood for the night with the help of these cozy Pooh Bear pajamas, which you’ll want to wear long after October 31st.

Want to look like a real doll this Halloween? So dress up as Raggedy Ann, Johnny Gruelle’s adorable red-haired character.

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Summon the Boy Who Lived with a sweater, brown and gold striped tie, black cape coat and glasses. Don’t forget your lightning scar!

Get the Harry Potter Costume Tutorial to See Vanessa Craft.

Candy lovers will fall for this Willy Wonka set, inspired by another memorable Roald Dahl character.

Want to look like Michael Bond’s accident-prone Paddington Bear? You just need to get yourself a long blue coat, a pair of red rain boots, and a matching red hat.

SHOP THE RED HAT

To transform you into the main character of Lewis Carroll’s novel Alice’s Adventures in Wonderlandyou just need a blue dress and a white apron.

Get the Alice in Wonderland costume tutorial.

To dress up as the most famous aardvark in history, all you need is a yellow sweater, a pair of ears and Arthur’s signature glasses. And be sure to bring your library card with you!

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