Rodney Libraries have been host to a visiting rodent in recent weeks.
But, far from being a pest, visiting celebrity Geronimo Stilton has been an invited guest and star attraction.
Geronimo the mouse is the author of no fewer than 36 children’s books. He left the comfort of his home at New Mouse City on Mouse Island to visit Rodney Libraries over the past few weeks and share some of his stories with his young fans.
At the Whangaparaoa library, library staff say he received a “rock star welcome” from a crowd of 30 adoring admirers.
As well as sharing his stories with the crowd, Geromino faced a number of tough questions from an inquiring audience. Geronimo was unfazed by questions such as, if he only speaks Mouse does he need a translator to type up his books? And how long does it take to for a mouse to write a book?
Geronimo’s books are particularly popular with children in the 8 -11 age range. His books are available for loan at Rodney Libraries. Titles include ‘My Name is Stilton, Geronimo Stilton’, and ‘Watch Your Whiskers, Stilton.’
In his spare time, Mr Stilton enjoys collecting antique cheese rinds and playing golf.
Geronimo is now back at work as the Editor in Chief of The Rodent’s Gazette. But with fans clamouring for his attention library staff say he is sure to make a return visit to Rodney Libraries.