Secrets at Sea is a 2011 children's novel written by Newbery medalist Richard Peck and illustrated by award-winning artist Kelly Murphy.

It is a tale of a family of mice stowaways on an adventurous ship's journey, set in the late 19th century.

Secrets at Sea has received widespread acclaim and was featured on best books of the year lists by the New York Times,[1] Kirkus Reviews[2] and People Magazine.

[3] Additionally, the artwork for Secrets at Sea received Gold Medals[4] from the Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles, as well as distinction from the Society of Illustrators in New York.

[5] 2011 Notable Children's Books, The New York Times[6] 2011 Best Books for Children, Kirkus Reviews 2011 Ten Best Books for Children, People magazine 2011 Starred Review, Publishers Weekly[7] 2011 Starred Review, The Horn Book magazine[8] 2011 Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews[9] 2012 Original Art Show, Society of Illustrators 2013 Gold Medal (Children's Market Category), Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles