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When Ethan looks under the bed for his monster, he finds this note instead: So long, kid. Gotta go. Someone needs me more than you do. Gabe How will Ethan ever get to sleep without his monster s familiar, comforting snorts? And who could need Gabe more than Ethan does? Ah! Gabe must have gone to Ethan s little sister s room! She has been climbing out of bed every night to play, and obviously needs a monster to help her get to sleep -- but not HIS monster! Ethan tries to help his sister find her own perfect monster, but she thinks these freaky-funny monsters are perfect playmates! This will never work! Just when it seems that Ethan will lose his monster forever, an uninvited, tutu-toting little monster full of frightening fun appears. Could she be the best monster-match for Ethan s sister, and will Ethan get Gabe back for good? Following in the spooky-silly tradition of I Need My Monster, here s another irresistible monster-under-the-bed story with the perfect balance of giggles and shivers. Crawl under your covers with Hey, That's MY Monster!, and you'll soon be sleeping soundly.

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The . . . monsters in McWilliam's toy-strewn bedroom scenes are show stealers, whether exuding pools of pink slime or rearing up in glowering, warty menace in vain efforts to get Emma into bed. Kirkus Reviews

Quotes and awards for the first I Need My Monster book: Dramatic in perspective, McWilliam's exaggerated, digitally colored art renders the monsters in a spectrum of neon hues and outlandish shapes. The collaborators ably balance some bedtime chills with humor, and Ethan's enthusiasm for his monster should prove infectious. Publishers Weekly A fun nighttime read for those who enjoy a bit of shiver as they are tucked in to bed . . . a great read-aloud for a slightly older audience at a night-themed story hour. School Library Journal Noll turns the tables on monster fears by introducing readers to Ethan, a little boy who can t fall asleep without the ragged breathing and claw-scratching of his favorite monster, Gabe. Booklist A clever anxiety-defuser and an unusually well done double-debut. Kirkus Reviews A perfect read-aloud for squirmy youngsters, especially boys . . . exquisitely creepy, perfect for. . . all monster-lovers. The Sacramento Bee A must read for any discerning monster lover. A perfect bedtime companion. I'm keeping one copy on the nightstand, and one under the bed! Edward Hemingway, author, Bump in the Night A really fun spin on bedtime anxiety and being afraid of being in your bed alone . . . Stunningly gorgeous. Just One More Book podcast A super title with excellent illustrations and a fun read! Alisha Baber, Lane Education Service District Between the simple hilarity of the story itself and the amazing, gorgeous illustrations, I Need My Monster is a brilliant piece of picture book work. A Patchwork of Books The same kids who loved Neil Gaiman's The Wolves in the Walls are sure to appreciate I Need My Monster too. Highly recommended. Monster Librarian.com [Librarians and teachers, ] be sure to put the book jacket out where students can touch and shiver with delight. Practically Paradise blog, School Library Journal Scholastic Book Club Selection Winner of 6 state awards: Alabama Camellia Award (2010-2011), Arizona Grand Canyon Reader Award (2011), California Young Readers Medal (2011-12), Georgia Picture Storybook Award (2011-12), Nevada Young Reader Award (2011-12), Virginia Reader's Choice Primary Award (2012-13) Included on 5 other state award lists: Mississippi Magnolia Children's Choice Award list (2012-13), Nebraska Golden Sower Award list (2011-12), South Dakota Prairie Bud Award list (2011-12), Washington Children's Choice Book Award list (2010-2011), Wyoming Buckaroo Award list (2011-12) Additionally, these regional awards lists: Connecticut Charter Oak Children's Book Award list (2011-12), Iowa Regional Goldfinch Award Winner (2009-10) Storytelling World Award Honor Book 2010 Translated into 7 languages.

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Amanda Noll teaches Library and Tech in kindergarten through fifth grade, and is the author of the award-winning I Need My Monster. She lives in Spanaway, Washington. Howard McWilliam has illustrated dozens of children's books including the award-winning I Need My Monster, When a Dragon Moves In, and When a Dragon Moves In Again. He is the cover artist of The Week (US and UK) and MoneyWeek. He lives in Cheltenham, England.

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