JULIE KIM is an author and illustrator living in Seattle, WA. A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, her illustrations have been featured in several children's books including My Special Space, The Mysterious Spinners, and Gloria's First Day. Kims' work has also been featured in magazines including Cricket, Cicada, Ladybuy, Babybug, Scholastic, and Mondo. Where's Halmoni? is her authorial debut.
The genius of Kim’s book is that the two kids have started to lose
their ability to speak Korean and cannot really understand what the
rabbits, goblins and tigers are saying to them. Kim, then, is
making a statement about the loss of culture among children of
immigrants while also writing a book that returns some of that to
them.--New York Times
Featured in the Seattle’s Child summer reading issue
"Julie Kim has created a visually stunning world that effortlessly
infuses Korean text (Hangul) in rich, expressive art."—Cybils
Awards, winner
★ "For its jaw-dropping art, encouraging bilingual attitude,
and conscientious portrayal of Korean culture, Where’s Halmoni? is
a perfect choice." —School Library Journal, starred
★ “A sophisticated mélange of urban households, traditional
Asian landscapes, vibrant color schemes, cultural details, subtle
visual jokes, [and] pitch-perfect dialogue… This book is an
excellent choice for either the picture-book or graphic-novel
collection.” —Booklist, starred
★ "Kim's bright, expressive illustrations are a delight...an
accessible, diverse title for a broad readership." —Kirkus Reviews,
starred
★ “The sibling banter is believable and delightful, [and]
Kim’s panel sequences teem with energy.” —Publishers Weekly,
starred
"Gentle and humorous." —Horn Book
★ "Gloriously illustrated, full of wit and whimsy, and always
staying true to the traditional tales being referenced, this book
deserves every starred review it has received." —School Library
Journal, starred
“Go deeper into the world of Korean folklore and experience their
cultural heritage in unexpected ways.” —Kid Lit Frenzy
“Young readers who adore classic fairytales will want to escape
into this story again and again.”
—Bookish
“This bright book...is fun for all ages.” —Motherhood Moment
"Where’s Halmoni? is spectacular. Julie Kim has created a book to
share with young readers that truly celebrates family, playfulness,
mischief and the beauty of Korean folktales." —Read it Real
Good
"Infused with Korean folklore, gorgeous, action-packed
illustrations, and a pair of siblings on a quest to find their
grandmother, this is an absolutely delightful adventure." —This
Picture Book Life
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