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Julia Kuo is a Taiwanese–American author–illustrator who has worked with The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Science Friday. She’s illustrated I Dream of Popo, I Am an American: The Wong Kim Ark Story, and The Sound of Silence, among others. She lives in Seattle, Washington.
"Dramatic glowing illustrations on black pages depict an awestruck
parent and child together discovering nature's light show... A
captivating read that shines a light on a fascinating phenomenon
sure to spark kids' curiosity and encourage them to embrace—rather
than fear—the dark."
—Hakai Magazine"Jellyfish, fireflies, forest fungi and more jump
out from the dark pages of this visually striking book, offering a
tantalising glimpse of a world that is so often hidden from us by
our own light pollution. There's a lyrical quality to
author-illustrator Julia Kuo's writing, but she is generous with
the biological details too, whether it's explaining how dragonfish
shine a red light that enables them to find their prey in the dark
ocean, or how piddock clams light up the hands and mouths of those
who eat them. This charming book's tone is one of wonder at the
extraordinary abilities of animals all around us, but it doesn't
shy away from the difficult subject of how humans negatively impact
the environment. As Kuo puts it, "If we used less light, what could
we see?"
—BBC Wildlife Magazine, Children’s Book of the Month"Gorgeous…
effectively capture[s] the subdued glow of bioluminescent life… The
poetic text… encourages observation and wonder… a gentle warning
that human-caused light pollution is making this amazing phenomenon
increasingly difficult to see."
—Horn Book STARRED Review“Will intrigue children and make them feel
they have learned something new without feeling as though they are
being taught… the illustrations… immediately evoke the glow of
bioluminescence. Lovely.”
— School Library Journal“With two-level text and illustrations that
almost seem to glow, Kuo presents the phenomenon of
bioluminescence… simple, poetic text and striking images make for
an effective group read-aloud. A surprisingly simple yet
mesmerizing introduction to a wonder of the natural world.”
—Kirkus STARRED Review“Appealing… Engaging,
informative."—Booklist"Beautifully illustrated… arresting
illustrations steal the show… a lovely introduction to
bioluminescence, whether read as a snuggly bedtime story or shared
in a group setting to a set a tone of appreciation for the beauties
of nature."
—Booklist STARRED Review"Breathtaking… a revealing book whose
visual appeal, like bioluminescence itself, lures unsuspecting
readers in."
—Publishers Weekly STARRED Review
Praise for I Dream of Popo written by Livia Blackburne, illustrated
by Julia Kuo"...Faithful representations of Chinese-language
signage, street scenes, and cityscapes evoke nostalgia for those
familiar with Taiwan and its vibrant food culture. Whimsical
depictions of Chinese New Year at home and Popo’s kitchen are
authentic, down to the accurate details on a calendar, dumpling
making from scratch, and the iconic rice cooker. Readers will
connect with this visual story on various levels or learn something
new; possibly both."
—Kirkus STARRED Review"...Digital illustrations evoking vintage
advertisements have an effectively nostalgic quality, enhanced by
abstract-colored skies, a subtle rice paper–like texture, and a
subdued mid-century modern palette, while contemporary touches,
including spreads of the girl and Popo video chatting, ground the
story in the present day. A richly nuanced narrative that
illuminates the interstices of one family’s diasporic
experience."
—Publishers Weekly STARRED Review
Praise for The Sound of Silence written by Katrina Goldsaito,
illustrated by Julia Kuo"Every detail of this book brings Japan
vividly to life, from popular storefronts and cartoon characters to
commuters wearing surgical masks and children removing their
outside shoes at school. Japanese is rich in onomatopoeic sounds,
and Goldsaito and Kuo convey this linguistic quirk to English
readers both visually and verbally. The elegantly expressive text
and illustrations together create an immersive sensory experience
for readers."
—Kirkus STARRED Review"Kuo's digitally colored pen drawings perform
glorious double duty, introducing the bustling street scenes and
orderly private interiors of Yoshio's beloved Tokyo, and
translating the concept of ma into literal and figurative
imagery."
—The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, STARRED
Review"Beautifully illustrated… arresting illustrations steal the
show… a lovely introduction to bioluminescence, whether read as a
snuggly bedtime story or shared in a group setting to a set a tone
of appreciation for the beauties of nature."
—Booklist STARRED Review
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