Here and There

By Thea Lu

Two lives, one anchored, one adrift, collide in unexpected ways.

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36 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Dan, a café owner, cherishes his coastal town's familiar sights. Aki, a sailor, thrives on the thrill of new horizons. Both content yet lonely, their paths unexpectedly intertwine, revealing the vastness and intimacy of the world. How will their meeting change their perspectives on home and adventure?

From the publisher

The New York Times New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2024) “Soothing and lyrical.” – The New York Times A thoughtful book that will resonate with travelers, homebodies, and anyone who’s ever longed for an old friend or a new journey. Dan is the owner of a café, living in a small town on the coast. Aki is a sailor on the sea, traveling from place to place. Dan loves his familiar views and enjoys welcoming visitors from far away. Aki loves the wonders he sees abroad and enjoys meeting new people in distant lands. Though Dan likes his life, and Aki likes his life, they each feel so alone sometimes. But every once in a while, separate lives can collide and make the world feel large and small all at once. Following the parallel stories of Dan and Aki, Here and There introduces readers to two contrasting yet connected characters. Thea Lu’s evocative text and art will spark lasting conversations about home, travel, and the similarities between very different people. Foreword Reviews INDIES Book of the Year Award Picture Books, Early Reader (2024) Bologna Children’s Book Fair Illustrators Exhibition (2024)

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