Collection: Miwa Nakaya 中屋美和

Miwa Nakaya is a talented Japanese picture book author renowned for her charming series like "Crayon Black," "Little Bean," and "Little Bear Kuupii." Her books have won prestigious Kenbuchi Picture Book Awards, highlighting her unique storytelling. A former Sanrio designer and associate professor in Tokyo, Nakaya’s illustrations are not only adorable but also rich with themes of self-identity, friendship, and resilience. 

Nakaya's character designs are charming and meaningful, with stories that offer valuable life lessons on self-identity, relationships, friendship, helping others, and overcoming adversity. Her books are excellent for parent-child reading and discussion, making them great companions for children’s growth.