Kate DiCamillo

is one of my favorite author's.

The Tale of Despereaux won her a Newbery Medal.

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What did we

learn from a little mouse

named

Despereaux?

~ COURAGE ~

is not measured by physical size,

but by the certainty of hope - honor - and a quest.~

~ LOVE ~

doesn't give up nor does it abandon,

it can move a mouse to do the impossible.

~ FORGIVENESS ~

is not just to excuse the perfidy of another,~

it's about saving your own heart.~

~ PERSUASION~

can be a devious rat's expertise,

but, from a princess or an honorable mouse, it can encourage good in others.

~ LIGHT ~

is what we seek,

it brings hope, kindness and deep joy.

The Tale of Despereaux

is such a worthwhile read!

~Courage, love, forgiveness, persuasion and light~

essential themes that swirl into a tale that stirs the soul.

Illustrations by Timothy Basil Ering

From her FAQ's

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Q: What was it like to win the Newbery award for The Tale of Despereaux?

A: It was the most amazing, unbelievable, wonderful, fantastic, extraordinary thing. Truthfully, I still can't believe it. I cried for days. And when I think about it now, it still makes me feel weepy.

Q: Does that mean there's going to be another book about Despereaux?

A: I'm not planning on writing another Despereaux book, but who knows? Anything is possible. And if the mouse comes and sits on my shoulder and whispers another story in my ear, I will certainly write it down.