Author & Illustrator Profile
Ryan T. Higgins
2 Books
Ryan T. Higgins is a best-selling author and illustrator of children's picture books, best known for his wildly popular Mother Bruce series. His stories frequently feature grumpy but endearing animal characters, pairing dry, relatable humor with vibrant and expressive artwork. Through engaging storytelling and memorable protagonists like Bruce the bear, Higgins consistently delights both young readers and adults.
Books in "Norman"
Norman is a small porcupine whose absolute best friend in the entire world is a large, quiet tree named Mildred. They spend all their time together, but Norman has recently started dreaming of setting out into the wild to find a thrilling adventure. Leaving Mildred behind is incredibly difficult, but Norman packs his things and bravely marches into the unknown woods. Along the way, he encounters strange new sights, funny animals, and plenty of unexpected challenges. However, as the adventure continues, Norman starts to realize that exploring the world is not nearly as fun when you do not have your best friend by your side. Join Norman on a sweet and funny journey about exploration and the true meaning of friendship.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
Norman the porcupine and Mildred the tree are the very best of friends. They do everything together, and Norman loves having Mildred all to himself. But everything changes when a tiny new tree suddenly sprouts out of the ground right next to Mildred. As the new tree starts to grow bigger and closer to his best friend, Norman feels a sharp twinge of jealousy. He does not want to share Mildred with anyone else! In a moment of panic, Norman decides to take matters into his own paws and act out against the new arrival. You will laugh and learn alongside Norman as he navigates the complicated feelings of jealousy and discovers what it truly means to be a good friend.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
