Jan Brett, Author and Illustrator

Imaginary worlds come to life through Jan Brett's richly coloured illustrations—so vivid and detailed you can almost feel the textures, smell, and taste, and hear the story as you read. Check out some of her outstanding books below. If you're interested in learning more about Jan and her work, visit her website.

The Umbrella—a tropical version of The Mitten, introduces a variety of animals native to the jungle of Costa Rica. From a tiny tree frog to a great big jaguar, there is a boldly coloured, highly active world just beyond sight of Carlos, the main character. For more information, click here.

Comet's Nine Lives is a heart-warming story about the misadventures of a white and orange cat. It's a good thing cats have nine lives because Comet gets himself into some sticky situations. Jan Brett's intriguing illustrations manage to tell many stories at once, so you will want to read this one over and over. To learn more about Comet, click here .

Join Harmony Jean, cowgirl extraordinaire, and Bo, the short-sighted armadillo, on a boot-scootin' western adventure. Armadillo Rodeo—a classic case of mistaken identity—is full of laughs. Click here for more details.

The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence, as the town mouse and the country mouse quickly discover. Whether it be cats or owls, mouse traps or lightning storms, everyone has problems to solve. In the end, there's really no place like home. Jan Brett's detailed illustrations enrich this classic tale making it a joy for all ages. Get more information about Town Mouse, Country Mouse.

The Mitten is stuffed full of Brett's endearing animal characters, a little magic, a bit of luck, and the virtues of good-quality knitting. Jan Brett has adapted a Ukrainian folk tale to create this bestselling wintertime story destined to become a family tradition. Click here for details.