The Kingdom of Mine

Overview

IPPY Award Bronze Medalist for Children's Picture Books In this timeless and delightfully illustrated tale, a young king—thinking he owns everything in his kingdom, including the wild animals, birds, and clouds—means well but acts impulsively, nearly destroying the land he loves. The story imparts lessons ranging from the importance of sharing to the dangers of the uncontrolled exercise of power, portraying how a king’s plans to accomplish his short-term goals cause damage he never anticipated.

Author Biography

Gary Edwards formerly lived in England with his wife and son, where he was fascinated that, historically, the monarchy owned everything in their kingdom, including the wild animals, fish, and birds. He lives in Felton, California. Masako Dunn is a book illustrator and pastel, oil, and watercolor artist. Her art has been exhibited in galleries across Japan and Hawaii. She owns the Mako Gallery in northwest Montana. She lives in Whitefish, Montana.