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Guy Parker-Rees, Author
Imprint: Orchard Books
Publication date: October 22, 2026
Category: Picture storybooks
ISBN: 9781408375464
A heartwarming tale of love, connection and taking your first steps in the world, from the illustrator of the internationally bestselling Giraffes Can’t Dance.
Little Mouse dreams of adventure. But without Big Mouse by his side, the world feels like a scary place.
Might wishing on a twinkling star help Little Mouse remember that Big Mouse’s love is never far away?
An utterly charming and gently reassuring tale, perfect for sharing at bedtime or giving as a gift to be treasured.
Guy Parker-Rees’ exuberant and energetic illustrations have made him a household name and one of today’s bestselling children’s illustrators. Notable successes include picture book classic Giraffes Can’t Dance, a worldwide bestseller; Spookyrumpus, winner of the Sheffield, Dundee and Portsmouth book awards, and most recently, Elephant Me. Guy lives in Brighton with his wife and three sons.
To get in touch about booking an event, please email guy@guyparkerrees.com