Suzy Lee

About The Author

Suzy Lee is a recipient of the Hans Christian Andersen Award, the first Korean illustrator to win the honor. She’s twice had books chosen for the New York Times Best Illustrated Award, has won a Gold Medal at the Society of Illustrators, and has won the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award for Excellence in Children’s Literature. Her titles include Wave, This Beautiful Day, and Shadow. A graduate of Seoul National University, she lives and works in Seoul.

Books by Suzy Lee

Yulu's Linen
By Cao Wenxuan
Illustrated by Suzy Lee / Translated by Helen Wang
Joy hums from this “glorious…beautifully styled” (Booklist, starred review) picture book celebration of the richness of the African heritage behind braids, locs, cornrows, and all manner of crowning glory, from ancient times to present day—perfect for fans of Sul...
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This Beautiful Day
By Richard Jackson
Illustrated by Suzy Lee
In the tradition of We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, acclaimed author Richard Jackson and award-winning illustrator Suzy Lee prove you can chase away any grey and gloomy day with just the right attitude, and a little bit of color.
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