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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · March 17, 2026
How to Read a Very Serious Book
By Mireille Messier · With Kelly Collier
Discover the fun in pretending to be a serious reader.
32 pages
3.6/5 Goodreads · 58 ratings
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Mireille Messier
Biography
Mireille Messier is a Montreal-born, Ottawa-raised and now Toronto-based award-winning children’s writer with a background in broadcasting and theater. Before becoming an author, Mireille worked as a television and radio host, a scriptwriter, a book reviewer and a voice actress. Sometimes she still does those things. Mireille has published over twenty books, some in French, others in English, for children of all ages. The Branch was nominated for Shining Willow, Blue Spruce and Governor General’s Awards. Mireille lives in Toronto with her husband, two wonderful daughters, three fluffy cats and over a hundred goldfish.
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