Kate DiCamillo is the acclaimed author of many books for young readers, including "The Tale of Despereaux", winner of the Newbery Medal; "Because of Winn-Dixie", a Newbery Honor Book; and "The Tiger Rising", a National Book Award finalist. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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This is the story of Desperaux Tilling, a mouse in love with music, stories, and a princess named Pea. It is also the story of Miggery Sow, a slow-witted serving girl with a simple, impossible wish. These characters are about to embark on a journey that w... SEE MORE