Mice from the Planet Zimlac

by Ramey Channell

A beautifully illustrated, fanciful tale for children. Grandma is visited by playful mice who cause chaos in her kitchen with their talent for levitation.. They fly around her kitchen in cups, saucers, and bowls. They pester her cat. They make her grandchildren laugh. They break a lot of dishes. Then they say goodbye.

32 pages, Paperback

First published March 19, 2021

About the author

Ramey Channell is an author, poet, and artist, who was born in a small Alabama town, grew up in the magical backwoods of 1950s rural Alabama, and began writing poetry and short stories at an early age. Ramey's published works include three southern fiction novels in The Moonlight Ridge Series, the children's picture book "Mice from the Planet Zimlac," and numerous short stories in award-winning collections and journals.

Ramey is the youngest of three sisters, and she inherited her love of poetry, literature, and creative writing from her grandmother, mother, and older sisters. She inherited her foolishness and artistic talent from her father.

"I am infinitely grateful for everything I learned from the mountain folk who made up my family and community, and the animals who were our constant companions. I can't stop writing about the surprising magic and mystery of the world I was born into."

Reviews

[Joan]

A mischief of mice is the perfect description for the rambunctious little creatures that visit Grandma in Ramey Channell's charming story. Grandma never blinks an eye, no matter what minor troubles the little visitors cause. She treats the mice with care and gentleness. I appreciate that the author does not "talk down" to the children who will read or hear this story. The illustrations are delicate and lively, and they will fascinate readers of every age. I will give this book to a child I love.

[Dobby Mauby]

Beautiful drawings! Crazy mice!

[Susan Cleveland]

Beautiful and charming drawings. Wonderful story.