The Monsters' Monster - by Patrick McDonnell (Hardcover)

About the Book

Grouch, Grump, and little Gloom 'n' Doom spend much of their time arguing over who is the "biggest and baddest" until they build a monster together that turns out to be very different than what they expect, in this new work by Caldecott Honor illustrator McDonnell. Full color.

Book Synopsis

A cheeky monster story with a Zen-themed twist about appreciating the small joys that life has to offer, from Caldecott Honor winner and MUTTS comic creator Patrick McDonnell.

★ "A frightfully amazing book to read." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Once upon a time, there were three little rascals who thought they were the BIGGEST, BADDEST monsters around. Then along came an even BIGGER monster who changed their minds. And all it took was two little words..."Thank you!"

In this playful tale from bestselling picture book author Patrick McDonnell, a very BIG monster shows three very BAD little monsters the power of boundless gratitude.

Don't miss these other picture books by Patrick McDonnell:
Me...Jane
The Gift of Nothing
The Gift of Everything
Art
Hug Time
Tek
The Little Red Cat Who Ran Away and Learned His ABC's (the Hard Way)
A Perfectly Messed-Up Story
The Monsters' Monster

Review Quotes

Praise for The Monsters' Monster: A New York Times Bestseller AnIndieboundBestsellerA National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) Silver WinnerA Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2012
A Reader's Digest Best Children's Book of All Time

* "McDonnell's greatest strength is to explore with tenderness the finest instincts humans show.... Another winner."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

* "The story charms, but it is the overall thoughtful design that makes this a frightfully amazing book to read. Make time to share with young monsters everywhere."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review

* "This delightful title will provide a new option for 'not so scary' monster storytimes."--School Library Journal, starred review

"McDonnell arranges the tale so that it blooms like a dawning day.... Relax, little monsters, and enjoy the day."--Booklist

"Simple yet inspired."--New York Times Book Review

"Succinct and snappy."--The Bulletin

About the Author

Patrick McDonnell's beloved and award-winning comic strip, MUTTS, has appeared in over 700 newspapers across 20 countries for 30 years. Charles Schulz called it "One of the best comics strips of all time." Patrick is the author of several New York Times bestselling picture books, including The Gift of Nothing, and the Caldecott Honor winning Me...Jane. Both have been adapted as musicals for the Kennedy Center stage. Other children's books include Hug Time, A Perfectly Messed-Up Story, The Monsters' Monster, and Thank You and Goodnight. Patrick was a member of the Board of Directors of The Humane Society of the United States for 18 years and currently serves on the boards of The Charles M. Schulz Museum and D&R Greenway Land Trust. He lives in New Jersey.