Julia Durango

Angels Watching over Me Julia Durango

Marc Notes: 002-005.; A young child is comforted by the thoughts of guardian angels through the words of this soothing spiritual lullaby. Publisher Marketing: Based on a beloved spiritual, this book features Durango's expanded text, bursting with childlike exuberance, coupled with a cheerful mix of media images by acclaimed New York Times Best Illustrator Kleven, to create an ideal lullaby. Full color. Review Citations: Kirkus Review - Children 03/01/2007 pg. 221 (EAN 9780689862526, Hardcover) School Library Journal 05/01/2007 pg. 91 (EAN 9780689862526, Hardcover) Publishers Weekly 05/14/2007 pg. 58 (EAN 9780689862526, Hardcover) Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2007 pg. 297 (EAN 9780689862526, Hardcover) Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/2010 pg. 1292 (EAN 9780689862526, Hardcover) Contributor Bio:  Durango, Julia Julia Durango resides in Ottawa, Illinois, where she wrote a weekly book review column for children. She is the mother of two sons and is the author of "Dream Hop", illustrated by Jared Lee, as well as "Pest Fest", illustrated by Kurt Cyrus. Her work also includes "Go-Go Gorillas", a sequel to "Cha-Cha Chimps", both illustrated by Eleanor Taylor and Dream Away, illustrated by Robert Goldstrom. Her first novel "The Walls of Cartagena" was a Junior Library Guild Selection. Her most recent novel is entitled "Sea of the Dead". She is a contributor the Three Silly Chicks blog and lives in Ottawa, Illinois. Contributor Bio:  Kleven, Elisa Elisa Kleven is the author and/or illustrator of more than 30 picture books for children. While growing up in Los Angeles, California, Elisa spent many hours creating intricate worlds populated with imaginative characters and surrounded by picturesque murals of nature. After studying literature at University of California, Berkeley, she taught school for several years, practicing her writing during summer breaks. Known for creating magical worlds peopled with endearing characters and visually-stunning multi-media illustrations, Elisa's books have been recognized by the American Library Association, The New York Times, The Junior Library Guild, School Library Journal, and The American Institute of Graphic Arts. Elisa lives near San Francisco with her husband Paul and her children, Mia and Ben, along with various cats and dogs.