"In this picture-book treatment . . . the classic tale is elegantly and economically retold by Angus and Michael Yuen-Killick, with lustrous illustrations by Paolo Proietti (Before We Sleep), anda twist worthy of O. Henry."-Shelf Awareness, STARRED REVIEW
"Gentle narration from the Yuen-Killicks complements Proietti's dreamlike illustrations of "an imaginary ancient Chinese world"; an illustrator's note invites readers to "join me in appreciating the beauty and inspiration that Asian art provides."-Publishers Weekly
Paolo Proietti is an award winning illustrator with several books published including two previous titles published in English by Red Comet Press, Before We Sleep and The Friendship Surprise, both written by Giorgio Volpe. Before We Sleep received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews and was named a Kirkus best book of the year. Paolo is a graduate of the International School of Comics in Rome. In 2016 he was awarded a Scarpetta d'Oro, the prestigious international award for children's book illustration. Paolo Proietti lives and works in Rome, Italy.
Angus Yuen-Killick is the founder and publisher of Red Comet Press. Originally from the UK, he lived in Rome, Italy during the 1980s where he taught English. Michael Yuen-Killick is the creative director of Red Comet Press. They both live and work in brownstone Brooklyn with their two children and dog.