"An Leysen is a magical artist. Her artwork perfectly makes the transition between ordinary and extraordinary, leading readers in a fascinating world. Just looking at her illustrations, from the very first pages, you know you will have a great experience and… a good, happy ending." - FromWordsToWorldsAn Leysen's breathtaking and magical retelling of the classic fairy tale of Hans Christian Andersen!
Once upon a time, there was a woman who desperately wanted a child. One day, a good witch passed her house and gave her a flower seed. The woman planted the seed and took good care of it. Before long, two little eyes curiously stared at her between the petals. Inside the flower was a tiny girl! The woman named her Thumbelina. It soon became clear that Thumbelina was a very brave little girl.
In this magical picture book, An Leysen retells the classic fairy tale of Hans Christian Andersen. For children ages 5 and up and anyone who loves enchanting fairy tales.
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An Leysen works as an art teacher in Turnhout, Belgium, where she teaches design and fashion. She is married to the visual artist Jef Faes and they have a daughter, Louise, who has art running through her veins too. In her spare time An likes to - what else? - read and draw.
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