Since 2008 children in Coeur d’Alene have delighted in this local story and walked the trail from statue to statue (by local artist Terry Lee). The first book (by local author Susan Nipp) was written as a tribute to Coeur d’Alene, literacy, the library, and children.

The adventures continue as Mudgy & Millie travel to Australia, Costa Rica, Africa and Hawaii.  As each book in the series is written, illustrated, and published, Susan and the Library Foundation give away hundreds of paperback editions to local children and school libraries. We know that children who have their own books in their own homes are more likely to become proficient readers and the Library Foundation is committed to every child reading at grade level by third grade.

We’re asking you to help us continue this invaluable program by underwriting the costs of printing (Author Susan Nipp receives no remuneration) and donating these ongoing adventure books.

By contributing to this local literacy project, you become “Friends of Mudgy & Millie” and tell the world that you:

• Love Mudgy & Millie and eagerly await new stories
• Love your library and the joy of reading
• Support sending Mudgy & Millie on new adventures to make friends and learn about new places
• Are committed to raising lifelong readers who love books