About This Book

Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord and New York Times-bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson return with a tale chock-full of fun rhymes and hilarious artwork about Hamster's favorite day: his birthday! But is it possible that Dog and his friends have forgotten all about it? Not a chance. Join them as they plan the best surprise birthday party ever!

About the Authors or Illustrators

Cynthia Lord

Cynthia Lord's debut novel Rules, is a book about a twelve-year-old named Catherine just who has an autistic brother. Her latest book is Hot Rod Hamster, a rhythmic, rip-roaring read-aloud about a hamster who puts the pedal to the metal.

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Derek Anderson

Derek Anderson was born and raised in Iowa. He is the award-winning illustrator of the bestselling "Little Quack" books by Lauren Thompson and "Hot Rod Hamster" by Cynthia Lord. He lives in Minneapolis, MN.

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