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Everyone loves "Where the Wild Things Are." There's no denying that. It's an unforgettable classic that children and parents will want to read again and again – forever. BUT WAIT. There's a parody of the book, too (I'm so excited, my fingertips are jumping with joy as I write this.) "Where the Mild Things Are," by Maurice Send-up, illustrated by Bonnie Leick and published by Simon & Schuster is a "very meek parody" of the book – and it's just hilarious.  The book follows Mog, a monster who's not quite as appalling as the others on the island. In fact, he's a bit dull (and this is where it gets interesting). His parents punish him for playing with his food (a kitten) and send him to his room, where he embarks – with a little magic – on a journey to, yup, you guessed it, Dullsville. Oh my – everything about this story is a crack-up, and it's great for kids – and their parents, who may understand it a tad more. A story that offers a good dose of wit is always appreciated in the children's literature circle (at least by me), so I give this book a two thumbs up for brilliance. No detail is forgotten: For example, the book is the winner of the 2009 Most Ridiculous Picture Book Parody of the Year. And here's a look at the amazing creators ... Maurice Send-up is an author, illustrator, decorator, operator, bail jumper and guy who eats things for money at the circus. He is the author of more than 700, none published. He shares a one-bedroom apartment with 58 cats, whom he thinks are people. Maurice currently lives in Los Angeles. Bonnie Leick has illustrated everything from wolf-like girls to secret-agent cockroaches. In "Where the Mild Things Are," she drew one of her favorite subject matters – monsters. Bonnie lives in Milwaukee, Wis. Visit her at bonnieleick.com. I can't make you love this book like I do, but I sure hope I've influenced you to at least pick it up and see what it's all about. 'Where the Mild Things Are' [ages 4-8] By Maurice Send-up; illustrated by Bonnie Leick (Simon & Schuster; $16.99)  Kristen Schott is OC Family's children's book editor. Be sure to check out "Storytime," my video book reviews, for more fun facts about stories you and your kiddies must read. That dog's gettin' old 'Prentice Hall: The American Experience' Pick up this springtime counting book One whimsical story Anaheim Public Library launches book donation campaign Gosh, I love Spoonfuls of Stories 'Are You My Mother?' Poetry for kiddies Books aplenty in O.C. Vocab – it's not a nightmare anymore 'What reading can do for your kiddies' A look back Book with no words 'Pickle Things' Book vs. Kindle A world of magic awaits Hearts and hugs? 'Rita and Whatsit' Colds and books More 'Twilight'? 'Princess and the Frog' Where do you read? Are they really 'Indestructible'? Book journals 'Weezer Changes the World' 'All Kinds of Families' |
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