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"Marvelous mouse-sized mischief for all ages." -Booklist (starred review)

From the creator of the acclaimed and beloved Pokko and the Drum comes an emotionally resonant, "richly imagined" (The Horn Book, starred review) picture book about trust, worry, and loyalty between a father and daughter.

Mina and her father live in…


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1 author picked Mina as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

First, as always, Matthew Forsythe's illustrations are enchanting. This quirky book takes unexpected turns that will surprise and amuse readers. I love that the child character is the only knowing character, stuck navigating a world made more ridiculous by the adult in her life.

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