A funny book about liking the way you look! Everyone occasionally dreams of being a little prettier, taller, slimmer . . . And Nadia Budde's quirky characters are no different. Some wish they had more hair, some wish they had less. The only one who doesn't care about his appearance is Uncle Ike?he doesn't care what his looks are like. Nadia's catchy rhymes and funny characters will appeal to readers of all ages and (hopefully) help us see that we're all perfect just the way we are! AGES: 4-8 AUTHOR: Nadia Budde was born in Berlin, Germany in 1967. She studied graphic arts at the Berlin College of Art in Weissensee and later studied at the Royal College of Art in London. Her picture books have won numerous prizes and have been translated into multiple languages. This is her first picture book published in the United States. SELLING POINTS: A funny book about liking he way you look - encouraging self-acceptance and a healthy sense of humour The German edition has received rave reviews REVIEWS: "Nadia Budde is currently the most original German author and one of the most expressive illustrators for children books" - Suddeutsche Newspaer "Simply beautiful!" - Die Zeit "A fun read-aloud book" - Dog-ear