When Everyone Was Fast Asleep - by Tomie dePaola (Board Book)

About the Book

When everyone was fast asleep, the Fog Maiden sent a cat to carry two sleeping children off for a fantastical evening highlighted by a palace ball.

Book Synopsis

Float along with the Fog Maiden as she takes two children on an enchanted bedtime adventure in this board book edition of a beautiful bedtime fantasy from a picture book master.

When everyone was fast asleep, two children were awakened by Token, the Fog Maiden's mysterious cat, and sent into the magical night.

Gentle and lyrical, this forgotten classic bedtime story from the author of Quiet and Strega Nona is back to enchant a new generation of fans. Soft illustrations paired with an imaginative text take readers on a dreamlike journey-- sharing milk and honey with the trolls, watching the peacocks waltz, and attending a palace ball-- before tucking them safely back into bed.

Cozy, quiet, and sure to delight, the Fog Maiden's sweet dream is made to be shared.

Review Quotes

"The simple, gentle story is enhanced by DePaola's pastel shades and soft lines that create a most gentle, magical mood."--Booklist

"There are no shadows or lurking demons here, only gentle animals, friendly trolls, a huge, benevolent cat and The Fog Maiden, who takes the children home and tucks them into bed with a tender kiss."--School Library Journal

"A magic night in the lives of a little boy and girl. The Fog Maiden sends her cat, Token, to wake the children and escort them through an enchantment....DePaola's unassuming, childlike manner invites young listeners to drift along in a soothing, dulcet reverie."--Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Tomie dePaola is the beloved Caldecott Honor- and Newbery Honor-winning author or illustrator of close to 250 books, including Strega Nona and Quiet. Tomie was born in Connecticut and grew up there with his parents, brother, and two sisters. He loved reading and books from an early age and knew, when he was four, that he wanted to write and illustrate stories when he grew up. Tomie is the recipient of numerous awards and honors, including the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award from the American Library Association for his "substantial and lasting contribution to literature for children," the Smithson Medal from the Smithsonian Institution, the Regina Medal from the Catholic Library Association, and the Kerlan Award from the University of Minnesota for his "singular attainment in children's literature." He was nominated for the Hans Christian Andersen Award in illustration and has received the New Hampshire's Governor's Arts Award of Living Treasure.