THE LIGHT INSIDE (2023)

In my debut children’s book, a timid jack-o-lantern races through an eerie forrest in pursuit of the mischievous cat who stole its favorite toy.

 The Light Inside is wordless graphic novel and was nominated for an Eisner in 2024.

Published by Penguin Workshop.

★”…a portrait of empathy, independence, and bravery that champions the literal and figurative light within.”—Publisher’s Weekly

★“Sparse, deceptively simple illustrations tell the full story without a single word—the protagonist, tiny on the page, has a remarkable range of expressions on their little pumpkin head that captivate and evoke sympathy from the first page.”—BCCB

“Misdea’s narrative can be read as a child’s dream or a hero’s fulsome adventure…this debut’s round-edged panels compress zigzagging emotions into an adroitly constructed tale using classic folkloric tropes…Appealing, for Halloween or anytime.”—Kirkus Reviews

“A beautifully illustrated wordless picture book about courage and helping others even when trying to conquer our own fears.”—KidsBookShelf