Beneath the Moon

Powerful and universal retellings of seventy-eight divine stories,legendsand myths from around the worldeach accompanied by a gorgeous illustration from acclaimed artist Yoshi Yoshitani. Many of the lessons we learn are shared stories passed among cultures and generations. In this riveting collection of fables and folktales from cultures across the globecharacters from beloved fairytalescultural fablesancient mythologiesand inspirational deities are brought to lifeincluding Sleeping Beauty (Italy)Rapunzel (Germany)Jack and the Beanstalk (England)Our Lady of Guadalupe (Mexico)Sun God Ra (Egypt)the Crane Wife (Japan)and dozens more. Lesser-known stories introduce characters such as the volcano goddess Pele from Hawaii; Mwindothe wise and powerful king of the Nyanga people; and the strong and resilient Yennengamother of the Mossi people in Burkina Faso. The recurring themes of conquering evilovercoming adversityand finding love and companionship are woven throughout this collection. Yoshi Yoshitani’s art style is fresh and uniquefeaturing diverse and multicultural characters. Each story will be featured opposite a correlating illustrationboth lush and vibrant.