Muth s work, though, spans an incredible range of books, from children s books to graphic novels, manga, and comic books, some for adults. At the time, i was working in comics a natural forum for. Jon j muth is a master of bringing great stories of both western and eastern traditions into beautiful, simple language and lovely water colours, so that they become compelling for children and remain so for adults. But when the children came, it became important to say other things about the world. Dematteis graphic novel moonshadow, neil gaimans the sandman.
Muth has gone on to an awardwinning career as a childrens book writer and illustrator. Stone soup, a familiar tale set in china won a national parenting book award. And the horn book called jons stone soup delicious and satisfying. Sep 23, 2017 zen ties book read aloud wmusic calming mr. Best selling picture books, june 2014 featuring jon j. Feb 26, 2020 jon j muths childrens book artwork has traveled to many cities in the usa. As per usual, weve also shared our hand selected list of the most popular picture books from the nationwide best selling picture books, as listed by the new york times. He has received numerous awards and critical acclaim and worked with many talented people. Muth is a bit like pulling open a door and stepping into another world. Awardwinning artist jon j muth retells the favorite tale of a selfish community who is tricked into creating a delicious soup from stones. Stillwater, a large panda, tells each child a story that illustrates a principle of zen. In this version of the folktale, three monks help a village of people find. Todays childrens book read aloud is stone soup retold by jon j.
Jon j muth has written and illustrated many acclaimed picture books including his caldecott honor title, zen shorts, which kirkus proclaimed, as perfect a picture as can be. Jon j muths highly acclaimed picture books are beloved around the world and have been translated into more than ten languages. Muth began his professional career working as a comicbook illustrator, and quickly established himself as a talent in that field. Reading a new book by author and illustrator jon j. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Zen ghosts written and illustrated by jon j muth series. Muths dreamy paintings expand the scope of stanislaw lems story about an astronaut in a cramped oneman spaceship, who finds himself stuck in a. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Sep 10, 2015 awardwinning author and illustrator jon muth photo. Jon j muth in zen ties as mentioned on the introductory page, muth came to childrens literature because of the personal spiritual experience that was new fatherhood 1. His book the three questions, based on a short story by tolstoy, was called quietly lifechanging by the new york times book revi. Stillwater shares an afternoon of relaxing fun with each child. Three strangers, hungry and tired, pass through a wartorn village. Awardwinning author and illustrator jon muth photo.
Visit scholastic, the worlds largest childrens book publisher. Dematteis and portions of neil gaimans wellknown sandman comicbook epic, muth also wrote and illustrated several original story arcs based on existing characters. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. Jon j muth has written and illustrated many enchanting picture books, including his caldecott honor book zen shorts and its sequel, the new york times bestselling picture book zen ties. The story introduces stillwaters nephew, koo, who speaks in statements of seventeen syllables hi, koo. Set in china in muths hauntingly beautiful watercolors. Mar 12, 2020 jon j muth has written and illustrated many enchanting picture books, including his caldecott honor book zen shorts and its sequel, the new york times bestselling picture book zen ties. Jon j muth, an author and illustrator, has gained notoriety for his zen picture books and the character of the panda stillwater. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain limited notes and highlighting. Muth knits three fables into a larger story that, if not exactly zen, at least reflects a similar sensibility in its approach to life. His enchanting picture books include his caldecott honor book zen shorts. The national center for childrens illustrated literature 102 cedar st.
Jon j muth is a published author and an illustrator of children s books. Anyone building a library of great books for their kids should add this and muths other books to. Zen shorts caldecott honor book muth, jon j, muth, jon j. My work in childrens books really grew out of a desire to explore what i was feeling as a new father. Zen and the art of jon muth american libraries magazine. Today the awardwinning illustrator and childrens book author is known for his acclaimed picture books. This followup to zen shorts scholastic press, 2005 once again features the giant panda literally stillwater and human siblings karl, addie, and michael. You can also browse themed books lists and explore all the books on the website. The wake along with michael zulli, charles vess, mike carys lucifer. You will find book, author and illustrator information. Other beloved titles from jon include the three questions, gershon s monster by eric kimmel, and the christmas magic by lauren thompson. Jon j muth s children s books have received numerous awards and critical acclaim.
That was in addition to his projects with others like moonshadow written by dematteis, the mystery playwritten by grant. Jon j muth books, author biography, and reading level. Oct 04, 2019 graphic novelist and illustrator jon j. Dec 02, 2012 jon j muth s children s books have received numerous awards and critical acclaim. Muth biography personal, addresses, career, honors. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. His most recent book, zen ties, was published in 2008. In this departure for muth from his zen books about stillwater the panda, several stuffed animals speed across a glorious european countryside in classic race carsand on one impressive motorcycleand, with some strategic help from mama lion, everyone wins. Best selling picture books, june 2014 featuring jon j muth.
Muth my work in childrens books really grew out of a desire to explore what i was feeling as a new father, says jon j muth. Michael, karl and addy discover a giant panda in their backyard. Dematteis and portions of neil gaiman s wellknown sandman comicbook epic, muth also wrote and illustrated several original story arcs based on existing characters. You will find book, author and illustrator information, as well as resources. Although the tales will captivate children, adults may recognize the philosophy. He has received numerous awards and critical acclaim. Jul 10, 2005 in zen shorts, the author and illustrator jon j. Jon j muth, renowned in the world of graphic novels, won an eisner award for his paintings in the graphic novel, the mystery play by grant morrison. Jon j muth books, author biography, and reading level scholastic. Blowin in the wind, lyrics bob dylan, includes a cd with the original bob dylan recording, like new, 2011, sterling books, new york, hcdj. Today s children s book read aloud is stone soup retold by jon j. The childrens library lady has over 150 picture books on a large variety of topics. Featured books by jon j muth jon j muth s interest in eastern philosophy is evident in the tales he tells as well as in his style of illustration. Other beloved titles from jon include the three questions, gershons monster by eric kimmel, and the christmas magic by lauren thompson.
Jon j muth lives in upstate new york with his wife and four children. Jon j muths highly acclaimed picture books are beloved around the world and have been. Muth started what has been over a decade in childrens books. In addition to developing and illustrating the groundbreaking moonshadow series written by j. Anyone building a library of great books for their kids should add this and muth s other books to the shelf. Muth has 80 books on goodreads with 180427 ratings. Some of the published credits of jon j muth include mr. Books are fun and best shared with a little one in. Featured books by jon j muth jon j muths interest in eastern philosophy is evident in the tales he tells as well as in his style of illustration. Over the next decade, muth would carve out a niche for himself by writing and illustrating beautiful and thoughtful picture books such as the three questions, stone soup, and zen shorts. Muth s dreamy paintings expand the scope of stanislaw lem s story about an astronaut in a cramped oneman spaceship, who finds himself stuck in a time loop. Jon j muth has long been regarded as one of the best artists and one of the great painters in comics because of a series of comics he wrote and drew like the mythology of an abandoned city, dracula. In this version of the folktale, three monks help a village of people find real happiness by. Muth interviewed by andrew duncan an awardwinning illustrator of graphic novels and childrens books, some of jon j.
Jon j muths childrens books have received numerous awards and critical acclaim. Luminous watercolors are used to illustrate stories that have asian roots and those with origins in western cultures. Jon j muth s highly acclaimed picture books are beloved around the world and have been translated into more than ten languages. Stone soup, a familiar tale that he set in china won a national parenting book award.
He began to desire creating art and books that his children and other children could gain something from. His mother was an art teacher and she took him to museums all over the us. Jon j muths enchanting picture books include his caldecott honor book zen shorts and four companion books featuring stillwater, koo, and their wonderful young friends. The three questions, stone soup, and zen shorts a caldecott honor book. See more ideas about childrens books, illustration and panda drawing. Jon j muth is a published author and an illustrator of childrens books. His books have received numerous awards and critical acclaim. Zen stories scholastic press 912010 9780439634304 40 pages ages 68 genre. Bonnie muth born and raised in cincinnati to an art teacher mother, jon j muth has been drawing since childhood. Muths many works include mystery play, come on, rain.
Jon j muth is an american comics artist and childrens book illustrator who is known for his painted artwork. A symphony in moonlight and nightmares, m, and swamp thing. See more ideas about mo willems, illustration and childrens books. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as cds or access codes. Zen koans, siblings, storytelling synopsis its halloween. Muths work, though, spans an incredible range of books, from childrens books to graphic novels. I was working in comics, which was a natural forum for expressions of angst and questioning ones place in the universe.
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