Emily Grace's imagination conjures up creatures of the night in her bedroom that won't be dispelled without help from Mom. The author takes us on a journey of her daughter Emily Grace's night-time world of bedtime fears and excuses until Mom comes up with a solution to quell the monsters of the dark.
The author has written her story in an easy rhyming verse which is sure to grab the attention of young children. Debra's illustrations of her daughter's dilemma support the text in timeless and delightful style. She transforms ordinary bedroom objects into monsters which are humorous and lively. Detailed illustrations of Emily Grace are amusing and full of life.
Countless children and adults will relate the story simply because they to have been afraid of what may be lurking in the dark at the top of the stairs or in their bedrooms. The lessons learned in the story will help them to practice strategies that conquer their fears and make them feel safe.
Kathy L. Riley,
B Ed Elementary/ Early Childhood Education
MS Elementary/ Reading Specialist Concentration
As a mother of two grown children and one 9 1/2 yr old grandson, I feel that this book "Creatures In My Room" addresses a fear that many child have. It is beautifully illustrated and words are done in a lyrical way which makes it easy to read and understand by children. Mrs. Debra Harrison has done a great job with words and illustration in this children's book.
Judith S. Abrams,
Weekly columnist for the Titusville Herald
