Literary Critters
: William Shakesbear's Journey for Inspiration

iterary Critters is a truly unique picture book, introducing young readers to classic literary figures and encouraging them to use their imaginations. This playful story promotes literacy and storytelling as quirky playwright William Shakesbear sets off on a journey to visit some of his Literary Critter friends to see if they have any writing ideas to share—including friends like Mole Dahl, Crane Austen, Beatrix Trotter, Edgar Talon Crow, Yak Kerouac, C.S. Shrewis, Langston Mews, and more. As Will visits his fellow Literary Critter Guild members, he’s greeted with lots of advice from his author friends and has some adventures along the way. He also invites young readers to become part of the Literary Critters Guild and continue growing in their love for all things reading, writing, and books. Literary Critters includes: A playful introduction to iconic authors A personalized page in the book that invites the reader to become a member of the Literary Critters Guild Whimsical art and characters created by Sophie Corrigan Content for children ages 4-8, perfect for instilling a love of reading and literature If your child loves Literary Critters, check out these other titles by Sophie Corrigan: Pugtato Finds a Thing Pugtato Babysits the Snouts And board book—Pugtato Let’s Be Best Spud