Melissa van der Paardt

About The Author

Melissa van der Paardt is a digital artist working in animation and illustration currently residing in southern California. When she’s not drawing, Melissa enjoys playing video games, collecting trading cards, and watching whole TV series in one sitting. You can find more of her work at SketchinThoughts.Tumblr.com.

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Books by Melissa van der Paardt

Mimi and Shu in I'll Race You!

By Christian Trimmer

Illustrated by Melissa van der Paardt

Mimi and Shu are in a race to make history (and dessert) in this inventive and fun reimagining of the origins of the Chinese zodiac.

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Simon's New Bed

By Christian Trimmer

Illustrated by Melissa van der Paardt

Simon’s new dog bed has been claimed by…a cat?! Laughter, scheming, and cuddles ensue in this fun naptime tale you’ll want to share, from debut author Christian Trimmer and illustrator Melissa van der Paardt.

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