Overview
Little Yumi loves to run, jump, and play. But all this changes when a mysterious monster quietly appears, just as Yumi's body begins to feel slow and weak. Afraid and unsure, Yumi does her best to avoid Monster. It takes an unforgettable journey through the snowy woods for Yumi to understand what Monster wants...and for Yumi to learn to embrace a new kind of life. Yumi and Monsterisinspired by disability advocate, artist, writer, and Asian American adopteeKam Redlawsk's own experience living with a rare degenerative muscle-wasting disease that has been gradually making her immobile. With stunning original art, this modern fairy tale will inspire everyone who has faced illness, loss, or any life situation that seems insurmountable. Come take a journey into the emotions we feel when faced with unexpected challenges-and discover the beauty magic, and adventure that lie beyond fear,in ourselves.
Full Product Details
Author: Kam Redlawsk
Publisher: Union Square & Co.
Imprint: Union Square Kids
Dimensions:
Width: 28.40cm
, Height: 1.20cm
, Length: 22.00cm
Weight: 0.523kg
ISBN: 9781454963172
ISBN 10: 1454963174
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 04 September 2025
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Out of stock
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Language: English
Reviews
""This is not a sad book, nor does it present Yumi's illness as something to overcome or even be resigned to; instead, it makes the monster her companion and helper, working together to make a fulfilling and happy life."" --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
""A deeply personal note reveals the author-illustrator's direct connections to Yumi's experience and solidifies this emotional journey as an authentic and empathetic representation of chronic illness and disability for any childhood collection.""--Booklist, STARRED Review ""This is not a sad book, nor does it present Yumi's illness as something to overcome or even be resigned to; instead, it makes the monster her companion and helper, working together to make a fulfilling and happy life."" --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Author Information
Kam Redlawsk is a multi-award-winning disabled industrial designer, artist, rare disease and disability advocate, traveler, writer, consultant, and speaker, born in South Korea, raised in Michigan, thriving in California. She's also a Korean American adoptee. Kam is a self-taught artist. Yumi & Monster is her children's book debut as author and illustrator. You are invited to visit Kam at kamredlawsk.com.
