"The Monster in My Basement," a children's picture book written by Dave Preston and illustrated by Harris, launched nationally on Oct. 1.

 

The Purple Dragonfly Book Awards is a worldwide competition that recognizes excellence in children's books.

 

A Purple Dragonfly Book Award, judged by experts in the field of children's literature and publishing, tells parents, grandparents, educators, and caregivers that they are giving children a book of the highest caliber.