Caldecott medalist Ed Young was born in Tientsin, China, and brought up in Shanghai. He cites the philosophy of Chinese painting as an inspiration for much of his work. “A Chinese painting is often accompanied by words,” he explains; “they are complementary. There are things that words do that pictures never can, and likewise, there are images that words can never describe.”Mr. Young has been illustrating children’s books for more than twenty years and has won many awards. He received the 1990 Caldecott Medal for his book Lon Po Po, and his much-lauded collaboration with anthologist Nancy Larrick, Cats Are Cats, was named one of the Ten Best Illustrated Books of 1988 by The New York Times.Mr. Young studied at the University of Illinois, the Art Center of Los Angeles, and Pratt Institute in New York City. He and his family live in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York.copyright 2000 by Penguin Putnam Books for Young Readers. All rights reserved.
A library's birth from dreams and promises amidst rising waters.
Seven blind mice uncover a mysterious truth by the pond.
A Chinese twist on Little Red Riding Hood reveals unexpected dangers and clever survival.
A cat's quest for her name's meaning reveals beauty in simplicity and imperfection.
A princess must use her kite to rescue the imprisoned emperor from a high tower.
A horse brings unexpected twists to its owner's life, challenging perceptions of fortune.
A lord's insatiable desires lead to a life-changing journey during a drought.
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Illustrated
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Picture books
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Chapter books
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Books published each year, stacked by book type.
The share of the catalog represented by each book type.
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Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.
A library's birth from dreams and promises amidst rising waters.
Three forces compete to prove their strength over a sleeping girl. Who will prevail?
A boy's laughter and hardship shape a comedic legend.
A lord's insatiable desires lead to a life-changing journey during a drought.
Two jazz legends create a new sound, playing music like a game of tag.
A village faces a hidden tsunami threat. Can one man save them all?
A cat's quest for her name's meaning reveals beauty in simplicity and imperfection.
A horse brings unexpected twists to its owner's life, challenging perceptions of fortune.
Seven blind mice uncover a mysterious truth by the pond.
A Chinese twist on Little Red Riding Hood reveals unexpected dangers and clever survival.
A cat stuck in a tree waits for supper to pass.
A princess must use her kite to rescue the imprisoned emperor from a high tower.
Explore the magic of birch trees and the joy of climbing.
Creative company
The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Ed Young's books.