Children's book Author & Illustrator

Jaime Kim

Biography

Jaime (Jimyung) Kim was born and raised in Korea and moved to the United States when she was eighteen. Jaime works with gouache and acrylics to create illustrations inspired by childhood memories of her family, as well as movies, art, and the outside world. The sun, the moon, the sky, and stars are her favorite things, which is why they always appear in her artwork.

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Mommy's Hometown
Ready for the Spotlight!
Thanks A Lot
First Friend
The Aquanaut
Welcome to Your World
Around the Table That Grandad Built
Where Are You From?
Isle of You
I Am a Bird
La La La
And Then Comes Summer
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Jaime's most recent book

Mommy's Hometown
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · April 12, 2022

Mommy's Hometown

By Jaime Kim · With Hope Lim

A boy visits his mother's homeland, discovering unexpected changes and timeless connections.

32 pages· 473 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 427 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Hardcover
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Most Popular Jaime Kim Books

Where Are You From?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

A girl seeks her abuelo's wisdom to answer a question about her true origins.

Series
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$858

Thanks A Lot

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2021

A boy discovers gratitude in everyday wonders around him.

Take Heart, My Child

Board Book · Ages 1–5 · 2016

A lullaby inspiring children to chase dreams and face life's challenges with love.

And Then Comes Summer

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Celebrate summer's adventures and joys as days stretch and memories are made.

If You Were the Moon

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2017

A poetic exploration of the moon's role in our lives and the universe.

Isle of You

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018

Escape to a magical isle where dreams come true and worries fade away.

At a glance

Book Stats

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Authored

15

Illustrated

14

Collaborators

Picture books

13

Board books

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Publishing timeline

Books published each year, stacked by book type.

Book mix

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All Jaime Kim Books

Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.

Mommy's Hometown

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2022

A boy visits his mother's homeland, discovering unexpected changes and timeless connections.

Ready for the Spotlight!

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2022

Sisters clash over ballet spotlight, but can they both shine?

Sale price
$858

Thanks A Lot

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2021

A boy discovers gratitude in everyday wonders around him.

First Friend

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Discover how wolves became our closest companions.

The Aquanaut

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2021

A young girl uses imagination to bridge the gap to her dreams.

Welcome to Your World

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2020

Explore the wonders of nature through the eyes of a newborn.

Around the Table That Grandad Built

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2019

A family gathers to share a meal, weaving memories and traditions around Grandad's table.

Where Are You From?
Sale price
$1899

Where Are You From?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

A girl seeks her abuelo's wisdom to answer a question about her true origins.

Isle of You
Sale price
$1597

Isle of You

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018

Escape to a magical isle where dreams come true and worries fade away.

I Am a Bird

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

A boy and his father explore the beach, celebrating nature and connection.

La La La

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

A lonely girl sings to the world, seeking a response.

Sale price
$1697

And Then Comes Summer

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Celebrate summer's adventures and joys as days stretch and memories are made.

If You Were the Moon
Sale price
$1999

If You Were the Moon

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2017

A poetic exploration of the moon's role in our lives and the universe.

Take Heart, My Child
Sale price
$858

Take Heart, My Child

Board Book · Ages 1–5 · 2016

A lullaby inspiring children to chase dreams and face life's challenges with love.

The Naked Streak

Picture Book · Ages 3–7

A kid's naked streak ends with a wacky, creative outfit.

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Collaborators

The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Jaime Kim's books.

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Ainsley Earhardt

Author / 1 shared book

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