Be You, Mandu!

Author + Illustrator

At a school potluck filled with delicious dishes from around the world, a shy Korean mandu tries to fit in by copying the other dumplings. But no matter how many toppings he adds, something still feels off — until his new friends help him see that the best flavour of all is simply being himself! Be You, Mandu is a gentle, uplifting story about cultural pride, self-acceptance, and the beauty in standing out.

I wrote and illustrated Be You, Mandu  in 2023. This project was made possible by the Asian Arts & Culture Society and RBC.