Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris

Meet Claris, the chicest mouse in Paris, in her very first adventure! Discover how Claris came to live in the city of lights in this beloved and best-selling picture book about courage, compassion and a stylish little mouse, from acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess.

Claris is an adorable mouse who dreams of moving to Paris to follow her fashion dreams. One day, she bravely takes the leap – only to find a mean little girl with a horrible-looking cat standing in the way of her perfect Parisian apartment! Can Claris use all her wit, warmth and – of course – style to make her dreams come true?

Compassion is always in fashion in this beloved series by acclaimed children's author and fashion illustrator Megan Hess. These stunning stories are told in delightful rhyme and feature an abundance of adorable animal characters. With more than a million children's books in print, Megan Hess's beautiful rhyming picture books are adored worldwide. She is the creator of three best-selling picture-book series for children: Claris, World of Claris and the Young Queens Collection. 

Perfect for: 

• Readers aged 3-6 who love dress-ups, gentle adventure and friendship stories 
• Readers of all ages who love all things fashion and style! 
• Fans of sparklingly fun picture books such as Eloise and Olivia. 
• Gift-buyers looking for a dazzlingly beautiful, rhyming picture book 

Discover the world of Claris with more gorgeous adventures: 

1. The Chicest Mouse in Paris 
2. Fashion Show Fiasco 
3. Bonjour Riviera 
4. Holiday Heist 
5. Palace Party 
6. The Secret Crown 
7. Pasta Disaster 
8. Magnificent Mess  

“'A charming tale about a mouse who takes a chance to follow her dreams and live in Paris . Written and illustrated by a well known fashion illustrator, this book is bursting with splashes of color, gold accents, and trademark fashion icons. VERDICT Recommended as a general purchase where Fancy Nancy and Angelina Ballerina and all things pink are popular.' - School Library Journal , Jasmine L. Precopio, Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh -- -”

Praise for the Claris series:

'A charming tale about a mouse who takes a chance to follow her dreams and live in Paris . Written and illustrated by a well known fashion illustrator, this book is bursting with splashes of color, gold accents, and trademark fashion icons. VERDICT Recommended as a general purchase where Fancy Nancy and Angelina Ballerina and all things pink are popular.' –School Library Journal, Jasmine L. Precopio, Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh

'[Megan Hess] has obviously had lots of fun creating charming pictures that are alive with movement and colour; little Claris is chic and adorable ... Hess also has a talent for a playful rhyme which ensures the story is a charming read aloud for kids 2+.' –Readings

'I just adore Claris! She is such a sweet and lovely little mouse ... She is the epitome of elegance and refinement, but with a heart of compassion and humility. ★★★★★' –Luminous Libro

Megan Hess is an acclaimed art director and illustrator who works with some of the most prestigious designers and luxury brands around the world, such as Chanel, Dior, Cartier, Prada, Fendi, Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co. Her children's series include the beloved Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris, The World of Claris and The Young Queens Collection, which have more than a million copies in print and are published in ten languages.

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