Amanda Driscoll was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, where she grew up drawing horses. Her love of art led her to Murray State University, where she received a degree in Fine Art and Graphic Design. She now works as a designer and children's book author/illustrator, and lives with her family outside of Louisville.

Luisa Uribe is an illustrator and designer of children's media. She graduated as a Graphic Designer from the National University of Colombia and has an MA in Art and Design from Loughborough University. She received the Founder's Award from the Society of Illustrators for her first picture book, The Vast Wonder of the World. Luisa lives in Bogotá, Colombia with her partner and two cats.

"The umbrella makes for a tangible representation of the isolation and frustration that often accompany loss. The appropriately muted, uncluttered artwork sets a somber tone; Uribe has opted not to fully show Anna's face until she meets Henry--an effective way to convey her feelings of alienation." --Kirkus

"This poignant picture book uses simple, effective text to capture young readers' attention. The emotional journey is clear and relatable. The digital illustrations are soft and evocative, subtly emphasizing Anna's hidden emotions. Ultimately, this story offers a gentle reminder that sadness and anger, though powerful, are not permanent. It's an affirming message for children experiencing grief, especially after the loss of a parent. A moving and beautifully illustrated picture book, recommended for addressing themes of grief and healing with young readers." --School Library Journal

"Evocative and somber digital illustrations have a unified color palette that lightens as Anna connects with a new friend and begins to reemerge into the world. The spare language creates space for the book to be read on many levels--through the lens of how grief affects day-to-day life but also as a story about letting go of attachment objects, making a friend, and doing things at your own pace." --The Horn Book Magazine

Publisher: Bound to Stay Bound Books

Pub date: 2025-04-22

Length: 32 pages