Author Description

Elliot has a new baby sister-and a new bedroom farther from Mom and Dad. At night, strange growls and rattles rise from under his bed, and Elliot becomes convinced a monster is hiding in the dark. In this warm bilingual story, Elliot and his dad work together to uncover the real cause of the mysterious noises. A gentle tale about nighttime fears, big changes at home, and the comforting power of understanding. Based on the bilingual edition Dread in the Dark published by Wickwick Ltd, featuring expressive artwork by Catty Flores and a child-centered narrative by Tuula Pere. "A wonderful picture book that helps children identify their feelings and shows them their emotions are valid." - Literary Titan "A perfect story for children who are afraid of the dark or uneasy in their own room." - Readers' Favorite "Pere takes readers on an emotional journey through jealousy, fear, and reassurance with warmth and insight." - Literary Titan "A gentle, reassuring book that helps children feel more confident about nighttime fears." - Readers' Favorite "A relatable and comforting story for children facing big changes-and nighttime fears." - Literary Titan