Christian Robinson was born in Hollywood, California. He grew up in a small one-bedroom apartment with his brother, two cousins, aunt, and grandmother. Drawing became a way to make space for himself and to create the kind of world he wanted to see. He studied animation at the California Institute of the Arts and would later work with the Sesame Workshop and Pixar Animation Studios before becoming an illustrator of books for children. His books include Gaston and Antoinette, written by Kelly DiPucchio, and the #1 New York Times bestseller Last Stop on Market Street, written by Matt de la Pena, which was awarded a Caldecott Honor, a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor, and the Newbery Medal. He presently lives in northern California with his rescue greyhound Baldwin and several houseplants. He looks forward to one day seeing the aurora borealis. Visit him online at TheArtofFun.com.
"In lesser hands, his new book, Another, might be a
well-meaning but undelightful pamphlet on self-worth. It is
about self-wroth, in a way, but it's also about the history of life
on Earth...oh, and in 107 words, it somehow covers loneliness,
death, and rebirth, too...Robinson's books, like anything
perfect, have that are quality of the inevitable. They had to be.
They always are." -The New York Times Book Review
* "Whimsy, intelligence, and a subtle narrative thread make
this rise to the top of a growing list of self-love titles." -
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"Using simple, lyrical text and expansive, colorful illustrations,
Robinson assures readers that, no matter what difficulties they may
encounter or how a person might feel, everyone
matters...nonjudgmental and reassuring, this is a great choice for
anyone experiencing a bad day." - Booklist
* "Simple and heartfelt, the refrain of Caldecott Honoree
Robinson's poem speaks directly to readers: "You matter." By seeing
all life as intertwined-ancient and new, minuscule and
gargantuan...Robinson represents life as both interconnected and
precious. It's a profound thought expressed with singular focus
and eloquence." - Publishers Weekly, starred review
* "Robinson follows up his acclaimed debut Another with more
of his spirited illustrations and spare, reaffirming
prose...Robinson conveys complex themes, hinting at the
universality of emotions, while validating the individual emotional
journey of young readers...VERDICT: An earnest message and
charming illustrations grow more poignant under closer
reading." - School Library Journal, starred review
* "Pairing concise, compassionate text with playful acrylic
paint and collage illustrations, Caldecott and Coretta Scott King
Illustrator Honoree Christian Robinson (Another and Last
Stop on Market Street) offers heartfelt affirmations to "anyone
who isn't sure if they matter"--and maybe even to anyone who
is...Authentic and plainly profound, You Matter is a
captivating, empowering picture book, but it's also unvarnished
fun. "Old and young./ The first to go and the last," anyone can
find connection and enjoyment in Robinson's positive outlook on
life." - Shelf Awareness, starred review
* "No saccharine self-esteem book, this is a powerful affirmation
of each reader's worth. Robinson's text is loaded with child appeal
("When everyone thinks you're a pest. / When everyone is too busy
to help. / You matter"); kid-level funny ("Even if you are really
gassy. / You matter"); and profound ("Sometimes you feel lost and
alone. / But you matter"). The repetition of the titular phrase
is extremely effective; by book's end, you can't help but believe
it." - The Horn Book Magazine starred review
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