Yoshi Ueno
Yoshi Ueno was born in Tokyo and graduated from Chuo University. After working as a children’s book editor for more than forty years, he turned to writing children’s books. His books include Akamaru-chan to Kuromaru-chan (Red Dot and Black Dot), and Futago no Donguri (Twin Acorns). He enjoys watching Akira Kurosawa movies while his black cat rests on his knees, and loves to hike and play tennis. He is currently a director of the Japan Children’s Writers Association.
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The Big House and the Little House
- By: Yoshi Ueno
- Narrator: Andrew Eiden
- Length: 10 minutes
- Publisher: Dreamscape Media
- Publish date: March 18, 2021
- Language: English
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Little Mouse and Big Bear live on opposite ends of the same road, and they both would like a friend. But every morning, Little Mouse and Big Bear pass by each other, unnoticed. Until one day, their eyes meet! It’s a little awkward at... Read more
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