Tim Beiser

Event Info: Children's Reading Tent at 4:30 PM - 4:50 PM

Tim Beiser was born on April Fools’ Day in Los Angeles. He lived for many years in New York City, where he wrote plays and science fiction short stories while driving an ambulance for the Fire Department. Now living in Toronto, Tim is an award-winning journalist who has written for many of Canada’s leading publications. His first book for children, Bradley McGogg: The Very Fine Frog, was published to much critical acclaim.

Books

Miss Mousie's Blind Date

As soon as Miss Mousie’s eyes alight on handsome Matt LaBatt, the water rat, she can think of nothing but how to catch his attention. Should she try to speak, bat her eyelashes, drop her hankie? In front of Mole, the deli-owner, the water rat breaks the spell by insulting Miss Mousie, who retreats to her burrow and hides in shame. When Mousie receives an anonymous dinner invitation, she decides to accept it. But how to dress so her mystery date will like what he sees?

Fashioning a gown out of bells, shells, moth wings, pearls, snails, and veils, Miss Mousie heads down the road with much trepidation. After taking a spill and landing in some thistles, she eventually arrives at her destination, shocked to find Mole, the deli-owner, disguised as Matt LaBatt!

In this charming timeless tale, author Tim Beiser shows the reader that love truly lies in the eye of the beholder. Complemented by the gorgeous illustrations of artist Rachel Berman, this poignant tale of love sought and found will delight readers of all ages.

Tundra Books - $19.99 - Juvenile Fiction