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Mercer Mayer

Americanb. December 30, 1943Children's Literature

Mercer Mayer is an American author and illustrator known for his wordless picture books and the Little Critter series. His books have sold hundreds of millions of copies worldwide.

Works

  • Just for YouLittle Critter performs acts of kindness for his mother, growing through love→
  • There's a Nightmare in My ClosetBoy conquers nighttime fear, making peace with the creature in his closet→
  • A Boy, a Dog and a FrogBoy and dog catch frog through wordless picture adventure and friendship→
  • Little CritterLittle Critter navigates childhood adventures with his sister and family→
  • Just Me and My DadLittle Critter bonds with his dad through humor, adventure, and unconditional love→

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