Praise for FREE AS A BIRD: "Lina Maslo has done something remarkable: from grim headlines about the oppression and danger faced by girls who dream too big, she has woven a story threaded with love, courage and the inspiring evidence that even one child can make a remarkable impact on the world. With elegant prose and evocative imagery, Free as a Bird takes even the youngest reader by the hand into Malala's world, a world where pure determination can help shape a better future." - Award-winning author/illustrator Pat Cummings Praise for FREE AS A BIRD: "An awe-inspiring tribute to the youngest Nobel Peace Prize winner ever" - Booklist Praise for FREE AS A BIRD: "Timeless in its message, this biography is a fine addition to nonfiction collections." - School Library Journal Praise for FREE AS A BIRD: "[A] visually poetic addition to the growing collection of children's books about [Malala]" - Publishers Weekly "A lushly colored look into Lewis's world, complementing the peaks and valleys of his creative and personal endeavors. A heartening story, and a rich supplemental read for young Narnia fans." - Publishers Weekly "As befitting the creator of the beloved Narnia books, this illustrated biography maintains the sense of a story unfolding, leading up to the moments when the iconic stories came to be.This engaging and affectionate re-creation of Lewis' life highlights resilience, creativity, and inspiration." - Kirkus Reviews "The bold, richly detailed illustrations, crafted with vibrant inks and acrylics, feature numerous gems Narnia fans will enjoy discovering.

A finely illustrated biography equally suited to research or pleasure reading." - School Library Journal "Children who adore 'The Chronicles of Narnia' will find references to all seven books in Ms. Maslo's simple and affectionate illustrations." - Wall Street Journal.