Praise for Rules of Summer An NPR Greatest Read A Publishers Weekly Best Book A School Library Journal Best Book A Kirkus Reviews Best Book A Bulletin Blue Ribbon Book " Visually fascinating ." -- New York Times * "As always, the swirl of emotion that Tan's artwork kicks up lingers long after the book is closed." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review * " Sumptuous and sincere -- this title is a winner." -- School Library Journal , starred review Praise for The Arrival A New York Times Best Illustrated Book An ALA Top Ten Great Graphic Novel for Teens A Publishers Weekly Best Book "Mesmerizing. Such visual eloquence can only motivate readers to seek out any future graphic novels from Shaun Tan, regardless of where they might be shelved." -- New York Times Book Review "Astonishing." -- The Washington Post * "Filled with both subtlety and grandeur, the book is a unique work that not only fulfills but also expands the potential of its form." -- Booklist , starred review * "An unashamed paean to the immigrant's spirit, tenacity and guts, perfectly crafted for maximum effect.
" -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review * "Few will remain unaffected by this timeless stunner ." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review Praise for Tales from Outer Suburbia A New York Times Best Illustrated Book A Publishers Weekly Best Book "You almost can't stop yourself from saying 'Wow.' Tan's work overflows with human warmth and childlike wonder." -- New York Times Book Review * "The thoughtful and engaged reader will take from these stories an experience as deep and profound as with anything he has ever read." -- Booklist , starred review * "Graphic-novel and text enthusiasts alike will be drawn to this breathtaking combination of words and images ." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review Praise for Lost & Found: Three by Shaun Tan * "These stories representing the visionary work of a master storyteller, illustrator, and designer who cares deeply about his message deserve a place in almost every collection." -- Booklist , starred review " Shaun Tan rocks my retinas . The book is gorgeously designed, the stories are evocative and mysterious, and every page of Tan's paintings -- I can't bring myself to call them mere illustrations -- commands long moments of study.
" -- Cleveland Plain Dealer Praise for The Bird King: An Artist's Notebook * "The sharing of unfinished work is a generous gesture, and the collection is a treasure trove for any young artist who wants to know more about how ideas are captured on paper." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review * "Unmistakable are his flawless craftsmanship , his organically industrial yet timeless aesthetic, and his lyrically haunting style and tone. A powerful springboard for the imagination ." -- Booklist , starred review.