Children's Author/Illustrator
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman
From Kirkus Reviews; “As this story demonstrates, you don’t even need grass; all you really need are yards of imagination and a desire to see and do. And every backyard—no matter where—is filled with possibility. Sprightly, colorful illustrations and spare but stirring text brim with childlike creativity and wonder.”
Henry Holt and Co./ Macmillian
selected for The Golden Duck Notable Picture Books List
Inspired by the life and lyrics of David Bowie, STARBOY imagines the story of a lonely young boy enchanted by the music of the stars.
At once vibrantly imaginative and true to the spirit of Bowie, Starboy is about embracing your individuality and discovering the cosmic rhythm that hums within each of us.
Random House Studio/American Ballet Theater
For young dance lovers, a picture book about a young boy whose father has the unique position as a ballet dancer. Written by American Ballet Theatre soloist Thomas Forster.
Albert Whitman and Co.
Sam has a very busy family. Mom works late; Dad's projects pile up. Even Sam’s younger sister Marla is always doing something. Everyone in Sam’s family has their own idea of what the perfect vacation would look like. But there’s one thing they all agree on: they just can’t get away right now. So Sam comes up with a different kind of getaway. With a little planning, a few supplies, and a touch of creativity, she finds that her family’s dream vacation wasn’t so far away after all.
Ripple Grove Press/Chicago Review
Nominee, Ezra Jack Keats Award
Nominee, Marilyn Baillie Picture Book Award
Seb is determined to find some light for his sleepy coastal town. It is so far north, the sun does not shine in winter and the days are cold, dreary, and dark as night. So Seb embarks on a mission to find the sun. Along with his friend Walrus, he makes a plan, collects supplies, and rows far out to sea. Will Seb be able to find the sun and bring its light and warmth back to his town?
Ripple Grove Press/Chicago Review
Mae and the moon love to play together. Their favorite game is hide and seek. But when the moon disappears one evening and cannot be found, Mae wonders what happened and begins to worry. Determined to find her glowing friend, Mae takes matters into her own hands and sets off on a wonderful and curious voyage through her imagination. This charming book, beautifully illustrated in soft moonlit hues, will capture the hearts of moon gazers everywhere.