Thao Lam

K-Gr 2—A deeply personal, soul-baring story showcasing a mother's love at the face of horrific events, never shying
away from the truth that has happened. In emotional cut-paper scenes, the plight of immigrants today connects with
the harrowing refugee stories from the past.

I am a sucker for any book crafted with paper cutouts or paper collage; I personally find the medium really beautiful and inspiring, so Lam's "Wallpaper" was a treat to read. Although the book is almost completely wordless, Lam still crafts a thoroughly engaging world that the reader falls right into. It's a word of vibrant colors and catchy patterns, and the book has a warm little message rooted at its center.

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