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My Papa My Prince by Keegan Brown

4 Blank Books independent publisher, 2022

Drawn in Procreate

I am excited to announce that not only did My Papa My Prince receive a Starred review by Kirkus, it was also recognized as one of the Best Indie Books of April, 2022 and was featured in 100 Best Indie Books of 2022! The Kirkus Star is one of the most prestigious designations in the book industry. Please, read the full review here.

“Offering graceful rhymes, this imaginative celebration of fathers and daughters dances across the page.”

“In this lively and inventive tale, Brown’s rhythmic, dance-centered rhymes focus on the rain and the waltz metaphor, allowing much of the poignant storytelling to happen in the pictures.”

“Tabakh’s beautiful digital illustrations, completed in Procreate, appear hand-drawn, using a painterly style with vivid textures that encourage young readers to pore over the details.”

—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Anna on the Neck by Anton Chekhov

ISBN: 978-4-89642-321-1

Publisher Michitani, Japan, 2010

Paper collage

The story revolves around a young woman named Anna, who marries a wealthy man for financial security. Despite material comforts, she finds herself trapped in a loveless and stifling marriage. The story delves into her emotional struggles, highlighting the complexities of societal expectations and personal desires.

In the Ravine by Anton Chekhov

ISBN: 978-4-89642-282-5

Publisher Michitani, Japan, 2009

Paper, transparency film, ink, watercolor

In the Ravine is a poignant story that delves into the life of a family in a Russian village, exploring themes of greed, corruption, and the stark contrasts between the lives of the rich and the poor. The story paints a vivid picture of the social dynamics of the time, highlighting the ravine not just as a physical location but as a metaphor for the deep and divisive inequalities that run through the heart of the community.

Illustration for In the Ravine by A.P. Chekhov

Book cover for In the Ravine by A.P. Chekhov. Mixed media.

The Boys by Anton Chekhov

ISBN: 4-89642-178-7

Publisher Michitani, Japan, 2006

Paper, transparency film, ink, watercolor

This book contains two of Chekhov’s short stories about children: The Boys and The Runaway. Both are gripping tales that explore themes of escape, self-discovery, and the quest for freedom.

Illustration for The Boys by A.P. Chekhov

Boys by A.P. Chekhov. Mixed media.

Boys by A.P. Chekhov. Doctor’s visit