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November 26, 2024
I've autographed some copies of Lost & Found: Based on a True Story at Vancouver Kidsbooks. Contact the store to order. Limited autographed copies available!

Lost & Found has been selected by librarians as one of Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best Books 2024.

November 19, 2024
Lost & Found: Based on a True Story has been selected as one of Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best Books 2024!

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Featured Graphic Novel

Lost & Found: Based on a True Story is an inspiring graphic novel memoir to encourage children to overcome challenges in new schools and environments, and be proud of who they are!

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Published by Union Square Kids, New York

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Nominated for the American Library Association (ALA)'s 2024 Best Graphic Novels for Children Reading List

Selected as one of Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best Books 2024!

Book Industry Reviews

★ "Yu’s fictionalized biographical immigration story highlights perseverance and creative problem solving. The ‘Note to Readers,’ author’s note, and bonus story are fantastic additions... Highly recommended." — School Library Journal STARRED Review

"This bright and bubbly early reader graphic novel, based on debut creator Yu’s own immigration story, validates the sometimes overwhelming nature of learning an unfamiliar language as a child in a new country." — Publishers Weekly

"Charming, funny, and full of heart." — Kirkus Reviews

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Featured How to Draw Book

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Published by DK

Manga Drawing School: Take Your Art to the Next Level, Step-by-Step is the ULTIMATE how to draw manga book!

Manga Drawing School includes:

  • 250+ pages filled with invaluable content
  • 50+ step-by-step lessons for all skill levels
  • 700+ tips, tricks, drawing secrets, & annotations
  • 1,000+ gorgeous images large & small

Manga Drawing School is available in:

The Spanish, French, and German editions of Mei Yu's Manga Drawing School are now available for preorder on Amazon.

The Spanish, French, and German editions are also available to own or preorder! Check your local bookstore or on Amazon.

Over 50 step-by-step drawing lessons to boost your art skills and creativity.
Over 700 art secrets, tips, tricks, comparisons, and annotations!
Over 1,000 illustrations and images, including characters for inspiration.
Learn how to draw manga characters and different art, cartoon, and comic styles.
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