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I recalled how hard it was for me as a child to make friends and how deeply we long for true connections – something that resonates with both kids and adults alike.
The story follows two shy neighbors longing for friendship, but the first “hello” takes time. Designed like a two-person play, it keeps full focus on their bond. The setting blends a theater stage and a courtyard, with the book’s fold forming the space between their homes. This creates depth, allowing readers to feel both the closeness and distance between the characters.
This competition is a wonderful chance to celebrate storytelling through illustration. I joined because I love how it brings creatives together and gives space for unique ideas to grow and be seen.
She’s an illustrator based in Berlin. Her goal is to illustrate books that make children’s eyes light up and touch hearts. She equally enjoys writing her own stories as well as illustrating for other authors. After completing her training as a Media Designer in Digital and Print (graduated in 2016), she focused on pursuing her creative passion. Since 2019, she has been running her own business, offering art works.