Overview

Celeste is a mouse who is looking for a home. Is it nestled in the toe of a warm boot In the shirt pocket of Celeste’s new friend Joseph, who is Audubon’s apprentice Or is home the place deep inside Celeste’s heart, where friendships live

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""With a twist of a pencil nub and a turn of a phrase, Henry Cole brings Audubon to life on the page; the story of tender Celeste will charm the naturalist and fantasist alike."" - Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked and Matchless ""I have long been an admirer of Henry Cole's contribution to children's literature. With this first novel, he weaves a tale that, in addition to his delightful illustrations, has all the best ingredients--a sense of history, time-honored themes, and just the right amount of imagination."" - Julie Andrews, author of Mandy, The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles, and Little Bo ""A rare gift: a novel with artwork as whole and vital as a picture book's."" - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ""The softly shaded pencil drawings bring the story to life through Cole's exceptional ability to imbue animals with personality."" - ALA Booklist ""Evocative illustrations, compelling characters, and thoughtful reflections on the nature of home combine to powerful effect."" - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Author Information

Henry Cole was a celebrated science teacher for many years before turning his talents to children's books. He has worked on over one hundred fifty books for children, including his own Unspoken, Big Bug, A Nest for Celeste, Jack's Garden, Brambleheart, and On Meadowview Street. He lives in Fort Lauderdale, FL. You can visit Henry online at www.henrycole.net.

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