Horatio Squeak
Age 3+
Picture Books
Award-winning children's fiction author Karen Foxlee makes her picture book debut with this classic hero story about the difference one small voice can make.
In a very fine house, on a very grand street,
Lived the tiniest mouse you could possibly meet.
The youngest of twelve, he was timid and slight,
But he was always, ALWAYS very polite.
When tiny Horatio Squeak is invited to a mysterious party at the top of the stairs, he finds himself in the unexpected company of kittens with dreadfully bright teeth and dreadfully sharp claws. Despite their intimidating appearance, the kittens are welcoming hosts who seem to enjoy Horatio's company. But when they spot a bird in the window, they cannot resist the urge to catch it. As Horatio watches on with horror, he finds the courage to speak out and save the scared bird. With his newfound bravery, Horatio returns home feeling stronger and not nearly so small.
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Creators
Karen Foxlee spent most of her adult life working as a registered nurse while pursuing her secret dream of becoming a writer. Her young adult novels The Anatomy of Wings and The Midnight Dress as well as her books for younger readers, Ophelia and the Marvellous Boy, A Most Magical Girl and Lenny's Book of Everything have been published locally and internationally to much acclaim. This is her debut picture book. She lives and writes in Queensland, Australia.
Evie Barrow is an artist and illustrator, living in Melbourne. Her work has been featured on the cover of Frankie Magazine and in Shout Out to the Girls. This is her debut picture book.
