Set sail on a whisker-raising voyage across the salty seas of legend!
The Adventures of Saltwhisker is a richly imagined 12 book series filled with clever mice, secret maps, cunning cats, and a treasure trail older than time. Follow Pip—a small market-mouse with a big heart—as he joins the daring Captain Saltwhisker and his crew on a quest for the mysterious Crumbs. From hidden ports to human ships, ancient riddles to rooftop chases, each tale is packed with adventure, friendship, and cheese (lots of cheese).
Perfect for readers ages 8–11 who love mystery, maps, and a dash of danger.
Bilingual Reading Series Editions
The Adventures of Saltwhisker will be published first in English, with upcoming editions in Spanish and Portuguese to follow. The series will also features select bilingual editions— english / portuguese, english / spanish and portuguese/spanish—bringing Pip’s adventures to young language learners and multilingual families around the world—one crumb at a time.
Adventures of Saltwhisker
12 books series featuring:
The Secret of Crump Map
The Shadows of Porto
The Ghost Bell of Aveiro
The Market of Whispers
The Cat of Cadiz
The Lantern of Lisbon
The Coral Scroll of Setubal
The Fire Feast of Evora
The Black Sand of Lanzarote
The Storm Gate of Tenerife
The Wreck of Almarea
The Ninth Crumb
Listen to Saltwhisker’s crew sing their chanty as they hoist the sails for sea.
BOOK COVER REVEAL
The Secret of the Crumb Map
Book One: Adventures of Saltwhisker
Pip was just a market-mouse with a pouch full of crumbs—until one of them started glowing.
Now he’s been swept aboard the ship of the infamous Captain Saltwhisker and his curious crew: a sharp-eyed scout, a silent swordpaw, and a cheese-loving cook with questionable judgment. Together, they sail the Portuguese coast, chasing pieces of a mysterious map said to lead to something ancient… and powerful.
But shadows stir in the alleys. A black cat with one silver eye watches from the rooftops. And the closer Pip gets to the truth, the more he wonders: Is this a treasure map or a trap?
About The Author
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Rafaela Mata is a storyteller with a deep love for coastal folklore, old maps, and the hidden wonders of the natural world. Her writing blends rich settings with adventure, mystery, and heart—inviting readers to follow brave small heroes on unforgettable journeys.
Born with one foot at the sea’s edge, she brings her love of Iberian culture, maritime history, and timeless tales to life in The Adventures of Saltwhisker, her debut middle-grade series.
“Maps change. Winds shift. But a true mouse always knows where his courage lies.”
“Trade you for some manchego... or some almonds”