Minh Lê

Minh Lê is the award-winning author of numerous picture books, including the APALA Award-winning Drawn Together, Eisner Award nominee Lift, Real to Me, and his newest book, Miles Ahead. 

Full of lively dialogue, playful illustrations by Lynnor Bontigao, and Minh’s signature humor, Miles Ahead is a heartwarming story perfect for storytime readalouds.

★ “This inviting, lighthearted story is a wonderful reminder of the value of sharing loved keepsakes and would make for an excellent conversation starter about what the listener or reader treasured when they were a baby.” —The Bulletin, starred review

“Exuberant slice-of-life illustrations, reassuring family-sitcom rapport, and a clever visual punch line turn the quandary into a celebration of memory and resourcefulness.” —Publishers Weekly

“An encouraging story starring a family whose heart and values are in the right place.” —Kirkus Reviews

“This joyful celebration of family and memories reminds readers that new isn’t always the best.” —Booklist

“This story is a sweet and short story that realistically describes a day in the life of a family. The tone is nostalgic and upbeat….with such relatable content done in a way that will appeal to young and old readers.” —School Library Journal

★ “Pitch ­perfect friendship-building fun!” —School Library Journal, starred review

“A personal-feeling celebration of partnership and a dual portrait of any successful creative pairing.” —Publishers Weekly

“A playful and captivating tribute to imagination and friendship.” —Kirkus Reviews

“This could easily pull double duty as inspirations for social/emotional learning and craft projects.” —The Bulletin

“Full of heart….this second picture book by the multi-award-winning duo of Lê and Santat cheerfully undergirds the proposition that dedicated teamwork always pays off.” —Booklist

“In this entertaining picture book, the duo behind Drawn Together explores friendship and resilience through imaginative play.” —The Horn Book

★ “Any youngster who has felt the pain of putting away childish things will find this an emotionally palpable, thoughtful story.” —The Bulletin, starred review

“Figueroa’s lush, electric, pulsating hues and colors bring the worldbuilding to life….the robust storytelling throughout will prove the book’s greatest lure.” —Kirkus Reviews

“An insightful and delightful take on the imaginary-friend concept, while highlighting what it means to have—and be—a real friend.” —Booklist

“This sweet story gently conveys the inevitable pains of changing relationships.” —School Library Journal

“To Lê’s simply told, heartfelt reflection on childhood bonds, Figueroa adds two rich, unexpected dimensions: a dramatic, luminous visual universe, and a narrative twist likely to tweak readers’ initial assumptions about the imaginary.” —Publishers Weekly

“[A] heartwarming story.” —The Horn Book

★ “A must-purchase.” —School Library Journal, starred review