Anna

Exciting News: My New Picture Book is Here!

by Anna
I’m thrilled to announce the release of my debut picture book, “くつ下をクローゼットの下にいれないでね“ (“Don’t Put Socks Under the Closet”). After much hard work and dedication, this heartwarming story is finally available for everyone to enjoy. This book is special to me because it’s not just a story—it’s an opportunity for parents, carers, and children to share ... Read More

A fox and a racoon in Japanese-language and English-language picture books 

by Anna
Fact finding  Hello minna san,   Let’s resume our research activities. As I mentioned in the previous entry, starting research with a vague idea is not a good approach to writing. To produce quality writing, one must refine the idea until it shines. One effective method is to validate all my observations through actual browsing, ... Read More

Research Project in Children’s Literature Studies 

by Anna
From Start to Finish  Dear readers,  Today, I invite you to embark on a journey with me—a journey that will take us from the inception to the completion of a research project. We will explore the essential steps and procedures involved in academic writing. This idea recently came to me, and I am delighted to ... Read More

How I won a Picture book writing contest in Japan

by Anna
Today, I’m thrilled to announce that I won an incentive prize at the 10th Picture Book Contest in Japan. This was my first time entering a picture book-creating contest, and I feel incredibly lucky that the jury recognized my manuscript as publication material. Based on my experience, let me share with you what it takes ... Read More

November must-buy in Japan

by Anna
To have a merry little Christmas Once upon a time I came to Japan. Having a 100% foreigner mindset I waited for December to discover that the essential Christmas must-haves have long been sold. If you’re a foreigner living in Japan and planning to celebrate Christmas, it’s important to keep in mind that the essential ... Read More