Little Mouse's Big Book of Fears
by
Emily Gravett
Illustrator: Emily Gravett
Little Mouse is scared of most things, from creepy crawlies and loud noises, to getting lost. These fears are pinpointed in intricate detail in a fold-out map of the Isle of Fright at the end of the book.
In a series of striking double-page spreads, the mouse’s fears are gradually revealed until – on the very last page – we learn that, despite his diminutive stature, he is still capable of scaring someone much bigger than himself.
This book is a delight; complete with nibbled pages, fold out features, Gravett’s trademark collage technique, and a charming rodent protagonist.
Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books
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Emily Gravett
Emily Gravett was born in Brighton. After leaving school with few qualifications she spend eight years living on the road before getting a place on the BA Illustration course at Brighton university. She won the Macmillan Prize for illustration with Wolves which was published to great acclaim in August 2005, winning many prizes and making the beginning of an internationally stellar career creating extraordinary books for children. She now lives back in Brighton with her partner, daughter and two pet rats.
Emily is one of Booktrust's Best New Illustrators 2008.
Visit Emily's gallery of illustrations
http://www.emilygravett.com
Emily Gravett
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