New Edition Includes Bruna's Interview on Recent Works

Bruna's picture books, numbering over 120 titles, have been translated into more than 50 languages and have sold a total of 85 million copies, making them bestsellers. Even at 85, he continues to depict the gentle and kind stories of Miffy. "The Way of Making Picture Books by Dick Bruna: Revised Edition" offers a glimpse into his creative world.



This book explores Bruna's own words to answer simple questions like, "What inspired his masterpieces?" and "How was Miffy born?" It introduces the history of his creations and his hometown of Utrecht, Netherlands, which greatly influenced his work. Furthermore, it meticulously documents the journey of a picture book's creation, from its initial concept and sketches to Bruna's patient, dot-by-dot drawing process for Miffy.

First published in 2007, this book has been a favorite among picture book enthusiasts. The revised edition now includes an interview where Bruna discusses his more recent works, making it an even richer and more comprehensive volume.


Bruna's world, which we have all experienced at some point. This book, depicting how Miffy and other characters with pure hearts bring happiness to people, will undoubtedly deepen our appreciation for his picture books.