Dear New York, I Love You: An Artist's Celebration of the City

Ria Sim

Book cover for Dear New York, I Love You: An Artist's Celebration of the City
Book cover for Dear New York, I Love You: An Artist's Celebration of the City

Dear New York, I Love You: An Artist's Celebration of the City

Dear New York, I Love You: An Artist's Celebration of the City

Ria Sim

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Description

Ria Sim, the creator of the popular Instagram account @coffeecakescafe, might be New York City's biggest fan. She herself describes New York City as her soulmate (though it started out as just a crush when she lived in the Bay Area). Now a full-time Manhattan resident, Ria sees the best in the city: she's moved by the simplicity of the buildings against the sky, a single flower on a not-so-clean sidewalk, and the ever-rotating, meticulously curated decorations adorned on a brownstone in the West Village. She draws everything from local landmarks like Joe's Pizza and the Stonewall Inn to strangers' doorsteps and snow-covered yellow cabs. Dear New York, I Love You allows you to see New York through Ria's eyes and in all seasons--it's a colorful celebration, a love letter, and a beautiful art book all in one.

Critical Reviews

Through her prose and illustrations, Ria Sim captures both the magical expanse that is New York City, as well as its coziness and warmth. Seeing my city through her eyes is a wonderful gift and makes me want to get out there and drink more coffee!--Avi Steinberg, author and New York Times illustrator

I've always been a huge fan of Ria Sim's wonderful Instagram account, @coffeecakescafe, and now I'm an even bigger fan of her beautiful book, Dear New York, I Love You! With her charming illustrations and personal stories, she has created a unique and delightful homage (not to mention a useful insider guide) to the city we both love and call home.--Susan Kaufman, author of Walk With Me: New York

Ria Sim's Dear New York, I Love You is completely charming. Her art is whimsical and captivating, and her book is a beautiful love letter to the city we call home.--John Derian, founder of John Derian Company

Publishing Information

Publisher: Countryman Press
Pub date: 2025-05-20
Length: 176 pages

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