Mimi is so little, she can barely reach the bottom of the blackboard at school. To Mimi, being small is the worst, but she soon hears about a surprise waiting for her at home. In her authorial debut, award-winning illustrator Leng crafts a delightful picture book with a fresh twist on the themes of self-acceptance, growing up, and the arrival of a new sibling. Full color.

Qin Leng was born in Shanghai, China, and later moved to France and then Montreal, Canada. She now lives in Toronto, Canada, with her twin sister and works as a designer and illustrator. Her books have been nominated for numerous prizes, including the prestigious Governor General's Literary Award.

Qin Leng was born in Shanghai, China, and later moved to France and then Montreal, Canada. She now lives in Toronto, Canada, with her twin sister and works as a designer and illustrator. Her books have been nominated for numerous prizes, including the prestigious Governor General's Literary Award.