Sidley's Story is our special snail's personal tale of how he came to be the best friend of a plain little brown mushroom named Mish. His adventure begins in a country far away, where his beloved grandfather raises him to young adulthood. After circumstances change for our hero, he decides to embark on a world wide trip in search of a new home and friends. The story, told by Sidley himself, is full of humor and pathos, showing that not only is he smart and resourceful but also a sweet and compassionate little being.

If you love stories about mermaids and mermen, this is the book for you. There are twelve short tales with lots of wonderful characters, of both merpeople and aquatic creatures. The pages are filled with wise seals, playful crabs, trained sea horses and lost polar bears who all interact with the fish taled sea folk.