Benson Shum: Invites Little Students to Howlergarten.

LITERARY festivals; TEXTBOOKS; BOOK industry exhibitions; STUDENTS; STORYTELLING; DESIRE

Benson Shum, author and illustrator, discusses his book "First Night of Howlergarten" in an interview. The book tells the story of Sophie, a student werewolf who attends howlergarten at night instead of regular school. Sophie worries about not possessing the necessary skills to become a werewolf and fears being cast aside. Shum explains that he was inspired by his love for drawing and animation, and his desire to create stories for a younger audience. He hopes his books will show kindness and make a difference in the world. Shum also shares advice for aspiring writers and artists, emphasizing the importance of reading and observation. He enjoys connecting with readers and sharing his stories through school visits and book festivals. [Extracted from the article]

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