The Mouse Who Became King

By: Beth Shortsleeve

A tiny mouse with a giant heart. A grand castle full of danger and wonder.

When the hearth fire fades to ash and the heavy iron bolts are thrown across the castle doors, the Great Hall belongs to Arthur. To the King's men, it is a place of loud feasting-but to a brave little mouse, it is an endless canyon of towering giants and hidden treasures.

Venturing into the quiet shadows, Arthur sets out on midnight quests to bring back wondrous gifts for his mother: a gleaming silver button carved with a roaring lion, and a needle wrapped in brilliant royal-red silk. But exploring the castle depths is perilous work. From snapping hounds in the shadowed banquet halls to Barnaby, the fierce castle cat stalking the kitchen floor, Arthur must rely on quick wits, daring leaps, and pure bravery to find his way home.

Rich with classic woodland charm, The Mouse Who Became King is an enchanting story of courage, family devotion, and proving that the smallest among us can accomplish the most magnificent deeds.

Target Audience: Ages 3-8 / Preschool-Grade 3Themes: Courage, resourcefulness, kindness, empathy, family bonds, and perseveranceFeatures: Full-color classic watercolor illustrations, gentle read-aloud pacing, and durable heirloom format

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HKVHZZ22
• ISBN13: 9798349558047
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: Beth Shortsleeve Publishing
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.3" x 8.5"