A Boy Named Isamu is now available for purchase and this is a book that Viking and I have been excited about for years. It is a fictional boyhood story about a day in the life of the great Isamu Noguchi as he explores nature and starts viewing the world as an artist. It is also about becoming comfortable with yourself and solitude . The reception has been amazing with starred reviews from Publishers Weekly, ALA Booklist, and Kirkus Reviews with Kirkus calling A Boy Named Isamu ” A marvel of prose, illustration, and design that invites repeated meditation.” The Noguchi Museum contacted me shortly after publication, asked if they could see a copy then said they would love to carry A Boy Named Isamu in their shop and collaborate on projects. During panel talks and interviews for the book, I learned that not only did Asian Americans connect with the story but also bi-racial people, those with autism, and others who have always felt different. It has been a dream start to say the least.
You can buy A Boy Named Isamu at booksellers everywhere or visit Penguin or the Noguchi Shop.
