If I Had a Gorilla

A boy imagines what it would be like to have a gorilla, a porcupine and other animals help him solve his problems. If you open almost any of award-winning author/illustrator Mercer Mayer's 250+ children's books you'll see dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, Mr. Mayer spent his childhood hunting lizards and snakes in the swamps by his home. During his teenage years, he lived in Hawaii where he attended the Honolulu Academy of Arts. He later received additional training at the Art Students League in New York City. Upon completion of his studies he set out with pen and ink to write and illustrate adventures he experienced as a child.Mayer, Mercer is the author of 'If I Had a Gorilla' with ISBN 9781577686866 and ISBN 1577686861.