A beautifully illustrated storybook in the making by Danish artist Kiri Leonard

Montague Mouse

About the Project

In a final effort to save the dying Moorwood from the toads’ insidious bog rot, the Parliament of animal elders elects incredible Marten, the bravest and quickest of all the animals, to escape their woodland home on a mission to plant Moorwood’s last three surviving acorns – but what happens when the hero fails? After a long winter, a very little and very hungry mouse named Montague comes upon the abandoned acorns in the dead woodland.

Montague Mouse is an emotional, magical story of dark corners, friendships, perseverance, self-doubt, and above all, hope.

Warning: This is a tale of misfortune, but even in misfortune, fortune can be found.

A group of illustrated woodland animals, including a fox, owl, raccoon, squirrel, rabbit, hedgehog, turtle, and mice, gathered together in a magical forest setting.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will Montague Mouse be published?

There is no release date yet. I will announce a release date when the project is near completion. If you’re interested in following the development of this project, I share story teasers, progress shots, sketches, and much more on my Patreon page. Become a Patreon by subscribing at Patreon.com/KiriLeonard

How big is the book going to be?

I aim for it to be around 200 pages, not counting pages for artwork. It will be similar in size to books such as Wind in the Willows or Peter Pan.


What age is it for?

I recommend it for ages 8+. It will not be suitable for very
young children, as it includes a few darker themes (death).

A detailed illustration of a mouse wearing a wizard hat made from a leaf, holding a long rope, with a curious expression.

Illustrations from the Project

A fantasy landscape with a large circular stone arch on a grassy hill, four small stone pillars with holes in them around the hill, and a winding dirt path leading to the arch. A mouse with a squirrel on its back sits on top of the hill, looking at a
A dark, ominous forest scene with a large, ancient tree emitting fiery lightning from its trunk, surrounded by mushrooms and strange vegetation. A small figure standing near the tree appears to be a mythological creature or warrior holding a staff, g
A fantasy landscape with a pink and orange sunset sky, mountains, a river, and trees in a mystical, colorful setting. A humanoid mouse character with a staff stands on a hill overlooking the scene.
Svea of Skullhollow
A fantasy landscape with floating rock formations and stacked stones, a small mouse and a larger tiger-like creature with spots and stripes, set against a hazy sky with warm, muted colors.
A digital painting of a gray mouse with pink ears and a pink nose, hugging another smaller gray mouse. They are in front of a wooden door with a carved lion face and skulls, surrounded by stone and green plants.
Illustration of a magical forest scene with a large frog, a mouse, a small creature with a skull mask, and a plant-like creature standing on a floating tree branch surrounded by lush greenery.
Digital illustration of a fox with a starry night sky background.
A whimsical forest scene with fantasy creatures including frogs, mice, and a skull of an animal. The frog is in the center with a cheerful expression, while a mouse with a leaf hat stands nearby. A large skull with tusks and a mouse with a skull head
A fantasy scene featuring a large, white unicorn with a twisted, orange horn in a dark, enchanted forest. A small mouse holds a glowing object, offering it to the unicorn, surrounded by gnarled trees and strange, dark plants.
An open ancient-looking book with sketches and illustrations, surrounded by mushrooms, flowers, a small black bowl, and a curious mouse holding a chain, in a lush forest setting.
A glowing fire burning on the ground with smoke spiraling upward, surrounded by small green plants and leaves in a dark forest.
A black dog wearing a large animal skull over its head, with the skull's tusks and teeth visible. The dog has golden eyes and is adorned with jewelry, including earrings and necklaces.
A whimsical illustration of a tiny mouse dressed as a wizard with a leaf hat, holding a glowing nut, standing in front of a large, hollowed tree with a starry sky in the background.
A group of various animals, including a fox, owl, turtle, rabbit, squirrel, hedgehog, mouse, and a badger, gathered together in a mystical, fantasy setting with a glowing light at the center.
A surreal painting of a large, broken mug with a striped animal-like tail and a paw emerging from it, set in a landscape with twisted trees and mushrooms. A rat-like creature with lanterns on its back is near the mug, and a butterfly is flying nearby
Fantasy forest scene featuring a large tree with a door and a balcony illuminated by fire, fireflies, two small characters with weapons approaching, and a large creature with striped skin resting on the ground.
A cute illustration of a mouse dressed as a witch, wearing a hat made of leaves and holding a carved pumpkin. The mouse is sitting on the ground surrounded by more carved pumpkins with various spooky faces. The background is a night sky filled with s