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.

Book Features

• Beloved author Karen Foxlee is known for her beautifully-written character-driven young adult and middle-grade fiction. Horatio Squeak is her debut picture book, and its character-driven story of self-empowerment will make Foxlee a favourite for an even younger audience. 
• This is a story about the power one voice, no matter how small, can have. It's for anyone who has ever wished to be stronger, louder, or bigger and anyone who has bravely spoken out against bullies or wished they had. 
• Karen Foxlee's rhyming, character-driven adventure will appeal to fans of Julia Donaldson's picture books and to readers of Polly Dunbar's cautionary tale, A Lion is a Lion.