138. Shironeko kuroneko [White cat, black cat]

Author

Written and illustrated by Kikuchi Chiki

Publisher

Gakken Education Publishing

Year

2012

NDL call number

Y17-N12-J191

Commentary

This work tells the story of a black cat which loses confidence in its own appearance when only a white cat is constantly praised for its beauty until the black cat learns to accept and affirm itself. The creator produced the artwork, with its lively lines and vivid colors, as well as the text for this debut work.