Mei Yu is a multitalented artist, working and living in Vancouver, British Columbia. Mei's art channel on YouTube has 1.7 million subscribers, 900 videos, and 380 million views. Mei's success stories have been featured in Vancouver's major newspapers in English and Chinese, as well as on TV programs for CBC, Global News, and Breakfast Television, since 2004. With her positive attitude, strong work ethic, and unshakeable confidence, Mei continues to inform, entertain, and inspire millions with her art. Her creative artwork and cheerful personality are loved by kids and parents around the world.

"Yu's fictionalized biographical immigration story highlights perseverance and creative problem solving. The 'Note to Readers, ' author's note, and bonus story are fantastic additions . . . Highly recommended."--School Library Journal STARRED Review

"This bright and bubbly early reader graphic novel, based on debut creator Yu's own immigration story, validates the sometimes overwhelming nature of learning an unfamiliar language as a child in a new country." --Publishers Weekly

"Yu's manga-style art is full of silly and dramatic flourishes that perfectly capture the overwhelming experience of culture shock. Mei uses creative thinking and her love of art to find her way, and readers will rejoice at the winsome hero's triumphs. Charming, funny, and full of heart."--Kirkus

Publisher: Union Square Kids

Pub date: 2024-04-02

Length: 128 pages