The Dreamer

By Il Sung Na

This funny, inspiring tale of a pig determined to fly is “both whimsical and thought-provoking” (School Library Journal).
 
Once, there was a pig who admired birds. But he could never join them. Or could he?
 
Thus begins the journey of a pig with big dreams, and the perseverance to make them come true. He develops flight plans, builds experimental contraptions, and has far-flung adventures, but at the end of the day, his favorite thing to do is still to sit and watch for those he loves best: the birds. Il Sung Na creates a world at once whimsical and aspirational, where anything is possible and, yes, even pigs can learn to fly.
 
“Sure to engage young readers who’ve got dreams of their own.” —Kirkus Reviews
 
“Success requires quiet judgment and hard work. Young aeronauts—and pigs—take note.” —Publishers Weekly

• Language: English
• Publisher: Open Road Integrated Media
• Release date: Sep 11, 2018
• ISBN: 9781452156262

Il Sung Na

Il Sung Na was born in Seoul, South Korea. In 2001, he moved to London to pursue a BFA in Illustration and Animation at Kingston University, where he discovered a passion for children's books. He completed his MFA Illustration Practice at MICA (Maryland Institute College of Art) in 2015. Il Sung has illustrated several books including Wild Peace, My Tree, and ZZZZ: A Book of Sleep. Currently based in Kansas City, Il Sung teaches illustration courses at KCAI (Kansas City Art Institute) and works on new books.

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