Mercer Mayer began writing and illustrating children’ s books in 1966, and since then, he has published over 300 titles. Readers can open any of his award-winning books and out may pop dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer created one of children’ s books’ most cherished characters, Little Critter. He lives in Connecticut.