The idea for writing the Santa Mouse stories came to Michael Brown (1920-2014) while holding piece of children's pajama fabric featuring a tiny Christmas mouse. He went to work creating the character that was to become Santa's little helper. In addition to writing stories about Santa Mouse, Michael Brown performed his own songs in cabaret and was a composer/lyricist and producer/director in the theater.

Robert McPhillips has been involved in a wide variety of projects over the years--from illustrating greeting cards to animation, though he especially loves illustrating children's books. Robert makes his home in North Devon, England, with his wife, Sam.

"Rhyming text tells of Santa Claus and Santa Mouse as they travel around the world delivering presents. Illustrations show scenes of a star-filled night sky and swirling snow as they make their rounds. A discussion of the very best gift has both of them agreeing it is friendship. So, despite a tight schedule, they take time to rescue a lost kitten and bring her home...Fans of the Santa Mouse stories will be pleased with his new friend."-- "School Library Journal"

"...happy ending and attractive illustrations will win over young readers."--School Library Journal "9/16/24"

Publisher: Little Simon

Pub date: 2024-09-10

Length: 40 pages