The Moth Keeper

★ “Containing a deeply contemplative aura, this worthy volume explores themes of connection, mythology, personal growth, and tradition.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review★ “Hand this quiet, beautifully drawn book to readers of gentle, uplifting, character-driven comics.” —Booklist, starred review★ “A nature-based coming-of-age story aglow with the light of loving bonds and communal living.“—Kirkus Reviews, starred review“In few words and a style reminiscent of Miyazaki, the Eisner Award-winning O’Neill spins a luminous fantasy about a fox girl, entrusted with protecting her night-village, who wonders what it would be like to live in the light.” —The New York Times“A gorgeous and dynamic visual experience.” —School Library Journal“A charming story that will delight O’Neill’s fans and new readers alike, drawing them in like Moon-Moths to a lantern.” —BookPage

K. O’Neill is an author and illustrator based in Aotearoa New Zealand, and a lover of nature, tea, and growing things. They strive to make books with themes of kindness, inclusiveness, and well-being, with worlds that children can play in and characters they can explore these ideas alongside. Past acknowledgments of their work include: 2019 Eisner nominee for Best Children’s Comic (Aquicorn Cove), 2018 Eisner winner for Best Children’s Comic, 2018 Eisner winner for Best Webcomic, 2018 Harvey co-winner for Best Children’s Comic, 2018 Dwayne McDuffie Award winner for Kids’ Comics (The Tea Dragon Society), 2017 ALA Amelia Bloomer List, 2017 Dwayne McDuffie Kids’ Comics Award nominee (Princess Princess Ever After).