Pip, the Adventurous Mouse was written by Carrie Blair to remember her brother, Pip, a teasing presence in her life. Pip the mouse was very inquisitive and wanted to learn and know about everything around him. His parents encourage him to be educated and to experience new things. Moving to the city from the country would change Pip from a country mouse to a city mouse, allowing him to have the best of both worlds. Plus, he would get a fine education and would learn a lot by living in such a busy place. This opportunity would give Pip a chance to learn how different two places can be. First-time author Carrie Blair lives with her husband of almost forty years in Utica, Kentucky. She wanted her book "to convey a message and make small ones laugh." She used to read Little Golden Books to her children every night and hopes that her grandchildren will be just as pleased with her efforts. Publisher's website: http: //sbprabooks.com/CarrieBlair