Stars

Jacques Goldstyn is an illustrator and a political cartoonist, who began life as a geologist. He received the Governor General’s Award in 2017 for his book Azadah and was inducted to the Canadian Comic Book Hall of Fame in 2018. He has twice won Le Grand Prix du journalisme indépendant for editorial illustration.

An Ontario Library Association Best Bets Winner (Top 10 Titles of 2023)"[...]a story about how things change and how if you follow your passions, that is the right choice in the end. An utter charmer.”—School Library Journal"In both its message and its mastery of the picture-book medium, The Stars utterly shines."—Quill & Quire STARRED Review"Kinetic. . . engaging, and readers can’t help rooting for the star-crossed lovers. . ."—The Wall Street Journal"Two children of different backgrounds but complementary interests are forced apart and then reunite years later in this sweet love story. . . cozy and cosmic."—Booklist STARRED Review"Goldstyn's light, humorous illustrations. . . provide rich detail and serve to deepen reader understanding of the religious and cultural context and setting. . . quirky, hilarious details. A perfect opportunity for a quick read aloud for older students. Recommended."—School Library ConnectionPraise for the The Eleventh Hour by Jacques Goldstyn"While this well-written title is meant for a younger audience, older students may also connect with the content as they study World War I and seek a depiction of the life of a soldier."—School Library Connection"A history lesson and conversation starter in one book."—Kirkus STARRED Review"Because of its particular focus on WWI, the story may be of special value to teachers whose classes are studying the period."—Publishers Weekly"This antiwar parable. . . is a powerful and accessible multi-audience picture book that imbues meaning to the hundredth anniversary of a war's end now shrouded in the long ago while challenging young readers to weigh the merits of current conflicts in the news."—Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Goldstyn's text is powerful in its spareness, while his cartoon pictures successfully capture the story's tone and moods, both antic and somber; taken together, these create a memorable, moving tale."—Booklist"This is a beautiful and heartfelt picture book about war and perspective that should be a part of all social studies curriculum."—School Library Journal STARRED ReviewPraise for Letters to a Prisoner by Jacques Goldstyn, illustrated by Angela Keenlyside"Goldstyn was inspired by the letter-writing campaigns of human rights organization Amnesty International. His book is an accessible and inspiring tribute. "The pen is mightier than the sword" lives on."—Kirkus STARRED Review"This deserves to be everywhere children are learning about the wider world."—Publishers Weekly STARRED Review