Grumpy Gus is one pirate that complains about everything, even about seeking treasure, an attitude that annoys his fellow pirates--so the Pirate Queen gives Gus an equally grumpy parrot in hopes that it will teach Gus a lesson and make him change his grumpy ways.

Artemis Roehrig lives in Western Massachusetts and loves to share stories with her two children. The Grumpy Pirate is her fifth book. You can learn more about her and her work at artemisroehrig.com.
Ashlyn Anstee grew up in a rainy city, studied in a snowy city, and then settled in a sunny city with her husband and three cats. She's the author and illustrator of several books, and once wore an eye patch for a whole day (ARRRGH!). Learn more about her at ashlyna.com.
Corinne Demas is the award-winning author of numerous books for children and adults, including Are Pirates Polite?, illustrated by David Catrow, Pirates Go to School, illustrated by John Manders, and Always in Trouble, illustrated by Noah Z. Jones. Corinne is a professor of English at Mount Holyoke College, and her website is corinnedemas.com. She divides her time between Western Massachusetts and Cape Cod.