Overview

Start your engines...the race is on! And Mama Lion and Tigey are off–with their cool goggles and snazzy sports car! As Mama Lion says, winning is winning, but sometimes the journey itself–filled with ineffable moments of mystery, beauty, and joy–is even more fun than getting the prize. With cars inspired by the early days of Italian motor-racing and characters based on his children's beloved toy animals, Jon J Muth has created a uniquely spellbinding book.

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Praise for Zen Socks * Muth's art remains strikingly beautiful, and Stillwater is perennially charming. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review * Muth makes a meditation on patience, kindness, and faith not only accessible, but charming. -- School Library Journal, starred review Praise for Hi, Koo! * It's a joyous addendum to the Stillwater books, and it overflows with the same characteristic tenderness. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review * Yields huge effect; in a word, magical. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review Even readers who are not typically interested in poetry will be captivated by Muth's artistry in both words and images. -- School Library Journal Praise for Zen Shorts A Caldecott Honor Book Appealing enough for a group read-aloud, but also begging to be shared and discussed by caregiver and child, Zen Shorts is a notable achievement. -- School Library Journal * Both an accessible, strikingly illustrated story and a thought-provoking meditation. -- Booklist, starred review

Praise for Mama Lion Wins the Race * The joy of speed, the excitement of obstacles, the reassurance of friendship and assistance, and the satisfaction of having the race turn out just the right way are nicely in proportion. The generous trim size and edge-to-edge art support the exuberant presentation. Delightful and sweet, with a dose of whimsy and the special appeal of fast cars and competition. -- Kirkus, starred review * Muth's artistic talents are at full speed here. His stuffed animal-like lion and tiger, along with toy characters seemingly drawn from other storybooks, are delights, and racing lovers will adore the takes on early Italian racing vehicles. Mostly, though, its Muth's freedom of art that entrances. The strong palette, perpetual motion, swirls of color, and unexpected perspectives are all underpinned by the solid values of courtesy, respect, and friendship that move gracefully through the story. -- Booklist, starred reviewPraise for Zen Socks * Muth's art remains strikingly beautiful, and Stillwater is perennially charming. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review * Muth makes a meditation on patience, kindness, and faith not only accessible, but charming. -- School Library Journal, starred reviewPraise for Hi, Koo! * It's a joyous addendum to the Stillwater books, and it overflows with the same characteristic tenderness. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review * Yields huge effect; in a word, magical. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review Even readers who are not typically interested in poetry will be captivated by Muth's artistry in both words and images. -- School Library JournalPraise for Zen Shorts A Caldecott Honor Book Appealing enough for a group read-aloud, but also begging to be shared and discussed by caregiver and child, Zen Shorts is a notable achievement. -- School Library Journal * Both an accessible, strikingly illustrated story and a thought-provoking meditation. -- Booklist, starred review

Praise for Zen Socks * Muth's art remains strikingly beautiful, and Stillwater is perennially charming. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review * Muth makes a meditation on patience, kindness, and faith not only accessible, but charming. -- School Library Journal, starred review Praise for Hi, Koo! * It's a joyous addendum to the Stillwater books, and it overflows with the same characteristic tenderness. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review * Yields huge effect; in a word, magical. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review Even readers who are not typically interested in poetry will be captivated by Muth's artistry in both words and images. -- School Library Journal Praise for Zen Shorts A Caldecott Honor Book Appealing enough for a group read-aloud, but also begging to be shared and discussed by caregiver and child, Zen Shorts is a notable achievement. -- School Library Journal * Both an accessible, strikingly illustrated story and a thought-provoking meditation. -- Booklist, starred review

<b>Praise for <i>Zen Socks</i> </b> * Muth's art remains strikingly beautiful, and Stillwater is perennially charming. -- <i>Publishers Weekly</i>, starred review * Muth makes a meditation on patience, kindness, and faith not only accessible, but charming. -- <i>School Library Journal</i>, starred review <b>Praise for <i>Hi, Koo!</i> </b> * It's a joyous addendum to the Stillwater books, and it overflows with the same characteristic tenderness. -- <i>Publishers Weekly</i>, starred review * Yields huge effect; in a word, magical. -- <i>Kirkus Reviews</i>, starred review Even readers who are not typically interested in poetry will be captivated by Muth's artistry in both words and images. -- <i>School Library Journal</i> <b>Praise for <i>Zen Shorts</i> </b> A Caldecott Honor Book Appealing enough for a group read-aloud, but also begging to be shared and discussed by caregiver and child, <i>Zen Shorts</i> is a notable achievement. -- <i>School Library Journal</i> * Both an accessible, strikingly illustrated story and a thought-provoking meditation. -- <i>Booklist</i>, starred review

Author Information

Jon J Muth is beloved all over the world for his seven books featuring Stillwater the Panda, whose love and balanced approach to life always serve to make the world a better place for his young friends. Muth's many enchanting picture books include his Caldecott Honor Book Zen Shorts, Addy's Cup of Sugar, Stone Soup, and The Three Questions, which the New York Times Book Review called ""quietly life-changing."" His books have been translated into more than 23 languages and are cherished by readers of all ages. Muth draws inspiration from his life-long interest in Asian Studies, including tai chi chuan, sumi ink drawing, and chado, ""the way of tea."" Muth is also renowned in the world of graphic novels. He won an Eisner Award for his paintings in the graphic novel, The Mystery Play by Grant Morrison. He's partnered with Neil Gaiman on The Sandman: The Wake, Walter and Louise Simonson, and Kent Williams on Havoc & Wolverine: Meltdown, J. M. DeMatteis on Moonshadow and Silver Surfer, and with Stanislaw Lem on The Seventh Voyage which was nominated for an Eisner Award for Best Adaptation in Another Medium. He lives in New York State with his wife and their four children.

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