Mae Besom – illustratör

This picture book is about a boy who has an idea, illustrated as a golden crowned egg with legs. It's an encouraging story for readers of any age to be courageous and embrace discovery. Featuring beautiful illustrations and a timeless message, it starts the conversation and promotes self belief, confidence, and creativity. It makes the perfect gift for birthdays and graduations or simply for reading at bedtime.Features a cloth cover and dust jacketSuitable for readers of all agesImaginative, colourful illustrationsAn inspiring gift book that encourages confidence, resilience, and creativity

This picture book follows a young child and a large problem. Through the pages, readers discover that problems are not obstacles but opportunities to learn, grow, and build confidence. Promoting a growth mindset, the book encourages children to face challneges and fears with courage and a positive attitude. Filled with colourful illustrations and a strong message, it is perfect for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, or as a thoughful gift.  Features a cloth cover and dust jacketSuitable for readers of all ages Imaginative, colourful illustrationsInspiring story that encourages resilience and a growth mindset

"Discover the amazing things that happen when you nurture your bright ideas, face your problems, and take bold chances. This collection features all three books in the award-winning, New York Times best-selling What Do You Do With...? book series. The beautiful keepsake box features new and original illustrations from Mae Besom with gold foil and imagery from all three books. This keepsake boxed set includes the three-book series: What Do You Do With an Idea?, What Do You Do With a Problem?, and What Do You Do With a Chance? This special edition box includes gorgeous, new, and original illustrations by Mae Besom and features foil accents and imagery from all three books"

This illustrated story follows a child learning to embrace new opportunities with courage and confidence. Through themes of friendship, discovery, and taking chances, this picture book inspires readers of all ages to trust themselves and welcome new experiences. Featuring beautiful illustrations and a timeless message, it promotes resilience, self-belief, and a growth mindset, making it ideal for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, and gift giving.Features a cloth cover and dust jacketSuitable for readers of all agesImaginative, colourful illustrationsAn inspiring gift book that encourages confidence, resilience, and embracing new opportunities

★ Children's Favorite 2024 Winner★ Librarian's Favorite 2024 Winner★ Northern Lights Book Awards Winner 2023★ National Indie Excellence Awards Finalist 2023Wrapped in Eastern and Western dragon lore, this fantasy tale celebrates perseverance, cultural inclusion, and self-discovery. It’s the first day of Dragon School, where all the young dragons must learn how to harness their fire-breathing skills. Today’s lesson? Using it to cook food! All the dragons are excited to test their powers . . . except Long. Long is from the East and can only breathe out water. No matter how hard he huffs and puffs, he isn’t sure he can match his fire-breathing classmates. But will his talents be discovered? Or will Long find his own unique path to cooking-and to fitting in?From Tofu Takes Time author Helen H. Wu and New York Times bestselling illustrator Mae Besom (What Do You Do With An Idea?) comes a gorgeously illustrated and stirring tale around self-discovery.

The New York Times bestselling picture book What Do You Do With An Idea? has sold millions of copies and now has been artfully reimagined for a 10th Anniversary Commemorative Edition! With imaginative, enchanting illustrations and poignant words that will stir the heart, this book will spark your creativity and remind us all of the power and reach of a new idea.This 10th Anniversary Commemorative Edition includes:• New and beautifully updated foiled cover art• A special note from author Kobi Yamada on the creation of What Do You Do With an Idea?• New introductory illustrations from artist Mae Besom• New end paper designsWhat do you do with an idea? Especially an idea that's different, or daring, or just a little wild? Do you hide it? Walk away from it? Do you pretend it isn't yours? This is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child's confidence grows, so does the idea itself. And then, one day, something amazing happens.Written by New York Times bestselling author, Kobi Yamada, this is a story for anyone, at any age, who’s ever had an idea that seemed a little too big, too odd, too difficult. It’s a story to inspire you to welcome that idea, to give it some space to grow, and to see what happens next. Because your idea isn't going anywhere. In fact, it's just getting started.