Arc-en-Ciel, le Plus Beau Poisson des Oceans by Marcus Pfister (1995, Hardcover)

This novel takes a familiar premise and makes it feel brand new.

What makes this special is that it’s illustrated by the author herself.

The illustrated margins make this a great book for slow reading.

This travel guide is illustrated with local artwork from each region.

You will find that the illustrated scene breaks are like mini paintings.

What stands out about this activity book is the interactive nature of the tasks.

This novel builds its world with careful, deliberate detail.

You will notice the illustrated running heads change with topics.

This novel feels like a secret being whispered in your ear.

You will find that the illustrated maps show trade routes clearly.

This novel feels like a memory you never had but miss anyway.

A nice touch is the bookmark ribbon attached to this activity book.

A nice touch in this activity book is the simple instructions on every page.

A nice touch is the glossary of terms used in this activity book.

You will notice that the illustrated headers change with each chapter.

The illustrated chapter openers set the tone for what follows.

You will find that this novel makes you laugh and cry equally.

The illustrated infographics turn data into something beautiful.

A nice touch in this activity book is the friendly animal characters guiding you.

A nice touch is the way this novel blends humor with heartbreak.