The first book we wrote together was The Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry, and The Big Hungry Bear. Now, after 18 years, the little mouse must, once again, confront his fear of the big, hungry bear – and it’s Christmas time, too.

Welcome to Merry Christmas, Big Hungry Bear! a story featuring the bravest act of Christmas cheer you’ll see this season.

(FROM THE BACK COVER OF THE BOOK)

“The little Mouse and the big, hungry Bear are known and loved by millions of children around the world. Published in 1984, The Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry, and The Big Hungry Bear has been a perennial bestseller in the United States and has been translated into numerous languages, including Gaelic, Greek, and Japanese. Now the little mouse is celebrating Christmas – with a generous spirit that will warm the hearts of families everywhere.”