Jon J. Muth – illustratör

Stillwater, the beloved Zen panda, now in his own Apple TV+ original series!

Jon J Muth's enlightening new picture book is based on an ancient Buddhist legend, and features Stillwater the Panda from Jon's Caldecott Honor Book and New York Times Bestselling book, Zen Shorts.

* "A master class of picture-book storytelling." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Addy has moved to a new neighborhood with her beloved kitten, Trumpet. They are best friends, and inseparable. But when Trumpet is hit by a car, Addy seeks her wise friend, Stillwater. She is sure he will know how to bring Trumpet back to life.

Stillwater tells Addy she will need to find a special medicine. To do this, she must go to everyone in the neighborhood and collect a cup of sugar. But there is one condition: it can only come from the home of someone who has never been touched by loss.

Addy goes from house to house. And when she returns home, Stillwater asks for her cup of sugar. But, of course, she has none. For there isn't a person who has not felt the pain of loss.

How Addy comes to understand how this special medicine works makes for a reassuring story of consolation and healing.

Muth's stunning interpretation of this Buddhist tale is infused with light and compassion. And it celebrates the fragile and sacred moments we all share with those we love.

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

* “A stunning, tender testament to the idea that small acts of kindness, one by one, make a huge impact.” — Kirkus Reviews, starred review

* “The resolution ‘each time you do something good, you save the world a little bit,’ is inspiring.” — Booklist, starred review

* “…An intriguing, intimate-feeling peek into the pandas’ household…they show respect for each other, their surroundings, and all living beings, in an effort to take care of the world and each other.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review

Today feels full of opportunities!“What would you like to do?”Stillwater asks Koo.

“Something important!Fix all the things that are wrong!Let us save the world,” says Koo(who always speaks in haiku).

But this is a very big idea for a little panda.

During the course of the day, Koo discovers that it’s the little acts of kindness that all add up to help make the world a better place.

In a story brimming with love and light, Jon J Muth shows how we can all heal the world a little bit at a time — just the right message for now, and for always!

A sweeping, joyful, and wholly original take on the beloved Clement Clarke Moore Christmas classic brought to stunning visual life by Caldecott Honor-winning creator, and master watercolorist, Jon J Muth’s breathtaking illustrations, including deluxe specs with dazzling foil and a dramatic gatefold finale!

‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse...

A lavish, brilliant, and beautifully illustrated retelling of the classic Christmas poem, brought to life as never before by beloved master watercolorist Jon J Muth. In this wholly original retelling, Muth brings each sweeping scene and charming character to festive life in this joy-fueled and heartwarming retelling. His award-winning watercolor illustrations brim with love and light, illuminating the spirit and joy that will ignite and delight young readers and families eager to celebrate the Christmas season.

From twinkling twilight scenes of Santa's journey through the night with his nine soaring reindeer, to Santa's heroic rooftop landing and miraculous trip down the chimney, and even a scene with Pa and Santa dancing together before Santa continues on his way, this is Clement C. Moore’s read-aloud classic as never before. Curious readers will also love searching for the mischievous mice secretly hidden within each spread.

With lavish specs including foil and embossing and a rich holiday palette that sparks the joy of the Christmas season, this will be THE evergreen classic for a new generation of families to treasure!

Stillwater, the beloved Zen panda, now in his own Apple TV+ original series!

Resonant sayings to inspire happiness and mindfulness are paired with exquisite artwork by Caldecott Honor Book and New York Times Bestselling author/artist Jon J Muth.