The Outermost Mouse
$41.17
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
17 June 2026
Summary
A tiny-but-mighty little mouse faces down an incoming storm to protect her home. A tribute to courage and the rugged beauty of Cape Cod from Newbery Honor-winning author Lauren Wolk.
“A triumphant tale of defending what you love.” -Kirkus, starred review
The Outermost Mouse loves her life at the tip of the beach. She has blue sky above and sand as warm and soft as her mother below. Best of all is the house, a huge nest she has made her own. There are jam-jar posies, lanterns f…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593407776 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0593407776 |
| Author: | Lauren Wolk, Kristen Adam |
| Publisher: | Dutton Books for Young Readers |
| Imprint: | Dutton Books for Young Readers |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 17 June 2026 |
| Weight: | 369g |
| Dimensions: | 222mm x 267mm x 9mm |
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Critics Review
★ “A radiant reminder that while no one can stop the storm or hold back the sea, anyone can learn to ride the waves and embrace a brand-new adventure.” —Booklist, starred review
★ “The writing is sophisticated. [The] artwork is beautiful… A must-have for any library.” —School Library Journal, starred review
★ “There’s no escaping the feeling of hope and vitality in the face of chaos and change. Wolk’s carefully selected words conjure up classic children’s tales. Adam’s dreamlike watercolors will make readers feel as though they, too, inhabit this enchanting world.” —Kirkus, starred review
Critical acclaim for Lauren Wolk
Wolf Hollow
A Newbery Honor Book • New York Times Bestseller
“Wolf Hollow has stayed with me long after I closed the book.” —Linda Sue Park, Newbery Medalist and New York Times bestselling author of A Long Walk to Water
Beyond the Bright Sea
Winner of the Scott O’Dell Award for Historical Fiction
“Once you pick up Beyond the Bright Sea, you won’t be able to put it down.” —NPR, Best Books of the Year
Echo Mountain
“Historical fiction at its finest.” —The Horn Book, starred review
My Own Lightning
“A powerful story to electrify the soul.” —Booklist, starred review
Candle Island
“A cathartic and deeply felt story, a resounding celebration of unconditional love and personal expression.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
About The Author
Lauren Wolk
Lauren Wolk is an award-winning poet, artist, and novelist. She is the author of Echo Mountain, My Own Lightning, Newbery Honor-winner Wolf Hollow, and Scott O’Dell Award-winner Beyond the Bright Sea. Lauren was born in Baltimore and has since lived in California, Rhode Island, Minnesota, Canada, and Ohio. She now lives with her family on Cape Cod.
Kristen Adam is an illustrator and print & pattern designer based in Portland. Her illustrations have been applied to a wide range of product categories including nursery bedding, apparel, and greeting cards. Her other picture books include The Urban Owls by the host of National Geographic’s Extraordinary Birder, Christian Cooper.
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