Deborah Zemke
3 SeriesDeborah Zemke is an accomplished author and illustrator of children's books. She is best known for writing the Bea Garcia series and has illustrated numerous picture books for other authors.
In "My Life in Pictures" by Deborah Zemke, Bea Garcia, an avid young artist, struggles with loneliness after her best friend Yvonne moves to Australia. Bea's usual solace in drawing fails her until a boisterous new neighbor boy moves in next door. Initially, he seems nothing like Yvonne, challenging Bea's spirits further. However, through her creativity and persistent doodling, Bea discovers a potential new friendship. This chapter book explores themes of loss, adaptation, and the power of imagination in forging new connections.
