The best-selling Redwall books have captivated readers everywhere and received universal acclaim. The first book in the series Redwall was Brian Jacques' first novel, and was inspired by the desire to write the sort of book he himself enjoyed reading as a child. Brian Jacques has acquired a long list of awards for his Redwall series. However, an equally important testimony to his success and the appeal of his books is the thousands of letters he receives from children who have delighted in the magical world he creates.