From the Desk of
Geronimo Stilton

Hello Mouse Friends,

Welcome to the second issue of The Rodent's Gazette Online. My friends back in New Mouse City have been hard at work researching, writing and editing all the exciting things that have happened on Mouse Island this month.

I, myself, have been away from Mouse Island. I've spent the past few weeks at my new office in New York City, and am now on my way to different parts of the USA to meet readers just like you!

I have to admit, that if it weren't for my cousin Trap and sister Thea, I would never have been able to take this trip. See, I have never been a brave mouse…in fact, I am a bit of a 'fraidy mouse. But a couple months ago, my fears were taking over my life - I even went to Dr. Shrinkfur (a therapist) for advice. He said I had to face my fears, but I was afraid to even face the idea of facing my fears.

Trap and Thea knew I needed help, so they dragged me away (on an airplane - YIKES) and enrolled me in a survival school on Rio Mosquito. Oh, I should mention that Rio Mosquito is the home of the Rattytrap Jungle. And this particular school is held in the Jungle. And that the instructor's name is Ms. Poisonfur. Things were not looking good.

While it was a terrifying experience, at least I have taken control of some of my fears…although I am still afraid of flying and haunted houses!

Til next time,

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