Acclaimed author and illustrator of over 30 children's books, Daniel Kirk delights kids with his fun-filled tales. The first in a new series, Library Mouse tells the story of Sam, a young mouse who lives in a hole in the library and comes out at night to write stories. His books are soon found by a puzzled librarian, who leaves a note inviting the mystery writer to Meet the Author Day. At first Sam isn't sure what to do, but his ingenious solution is sure to be a real winner. This rousing tale will leave kids itching to write their own stories.
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"Oh, how delightful! This goes on my wishlist to own. I borrowed it from the library on a friend's recommendation. The pictures were wonderfully done. The story was inspirational to children or adults! It made me want to make a bunch of little books to write. I already have quite a few young/new adult books I have written for National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo.com) but it is easy to forget how much fun little paper books can be. I think everyone who has children or grandchildren, and even many of us who don't, should have around the house for inspiration."
— Darlene (5 out of 5 stars)
“This is fun, fun, fun.”
— Booklist (starred review)" This book inspired Logan to start writing a book. Love it. "
— RobesonBoys, 2/18/2014" This is a good one. Great protagonist, great message. "
— Mckinley, 2/17/2014" Another great children's book and with a message that encourages imagination and authorship. "
— claire, 2/16/2014" This book is about a mouse who lives in the library and loves to write books. Soon children in the library start to find his books and are curious as to who is writing these amazing books! He is shy but he wants to teach everyone that they can all be authors and write their very own stories too. The pictures in these books are beautiful. This is also a great book to show friendship :) "
— Kristy, 2/15/2014" I LOVED THIS BOOK!!! A little mouse that lives in the library starts writing books and leaving them in the shelves. The librarian and patrons read the books and love them. They want to meet him so they set up a Meet the Author Day. He's a little shy, so he finds a way to encourage everyone to be an author. "
— Linda, 2/12/2014" The mouse is better at shelving correctly than most people. "
— Kate, 2/11/2014" I adored this book. The pictures are great and the story is a wonderful way to show students that anyone can become an author. I would love to use this in a class by acting it out with my students. K-2 "
— Sarah, 2/10/2014" adorable! fabulous illustrations! After we finished the book my daughter wanted to draw her own book. "
— Sheri, 1/15/2014" [from Mama] All the Library Mouse books are just lovely. Bright (computer-generated?) graphics, endearing story and of course, lots and lots of books! Great bedtime stories "
— Quinn, 1/13/2014" This story is wonderful; it is a perfect way to show your pre-k through 2nd grade students that writing is fun. The story is about a little mouse that lives in the library and writes book that the people love, which influences the people that read his stories to become writers. "
— Chardell, 1/10/2014" It's nice, especially if you have doubts about writing or not ;) "
— Leyla, 1/3/2014" Shy mouse who lives in the library writes stories. He places them on the shelves with the other books. Inspired, children decide to write too. Great library or writing themed title. "
— Tricia, 12/30/2013" The text is original. The illustrations by the author are wondrous. Children in a classroom will love to read this book. "
— Andd, 12/29/2013" What a delight! Wonderful illustrations, and an uplifting story about a mouse who discovers he has a gift and talent. Not only that, but I love the empowering message it offers. "
— Heidi, 12/5/2013" i love this book. it is well written and has a lovely message about the joy of writing being the author of your own books. illustrations are beautiful as well. "
— Daniela, 12/3/2013" This is such a cute story that encourages aspiring authors. "
— Shirley, 10/9/2013" love these books, great for writing inspiration in the classroom "
— Lexy, 9/18/2013" This book will help students to publish their own books after the reading. I just love the idea that author made a mirror in a tissue box to reflect the writers (students themselves). It is so creative and it inspires students to fall in love with reading and writing. "
— Jane, 9/9/2013" It had a cute message and my kids liked the part where the mouse sneaks around. It was a cute idea and quite simple. "
— Jenny, 7/7/2013" A very cute story "
— Trista, 6/25/2013" A cute story about a mouse living in the library who aspires to be an author. The illustraions are big and bright but I'm pretty sure I liked it more because I'm a nerdy librarian. "
— Alia, 5/27/2013" Was fasticating book! My son and eventually daughter love for me to read this book over and over again! "
— Michelle, 5/12/2013" Good intro to authorship and being a creator. "
— Kristin, 4/20/2013" This is a great book to get children to not only be avid readers, but to encourage them to be brave enough to become writers too. The story is motivating and sweet, while the illustrations are bold and add a nice touch to the overall cuteness of the story. "
— VegasGal, 2/13/2013" Cute book, good illustrations. Loved what Sam did when they wanted to meet him, such a cute idea. I would love to see something like that in our local library. "
— Lisa, 2/11/2013Daniel Kirk has illustrated a number of popular and bestselling books for children, including Library Mouse, which Booklist praised in a starred review as a “show-stopper.” The Low Road and his Elf Realm trilogy received a starred review from Booklist. He lives in Glen Ridge, New Jersey.