This is my second big panda tiny dragon 🐉 book! What a joy it was to read another story with them! I'll let you know a couple of my favorite things from this book! My favorite picture was panda & dragon stareing off at a beautiful colorful sunset! My favorite quote is "You are made of the same power and wonder that flows through the mountains, the rivers, the skies and even this bird . You don’t need to become something else – you are already a part of nature’s wonder." Anothor touching book by this author and I can't wait to read the next one :)

There's a lot of bad news out there so it's been increasingly important for me to step away from the fray. The newest book in the Big Panda and Little Dragon series provides a much-needed reset and quiet moment of contemplation. The illustrations are beautiful - a mix of line drawings, watercolors, two-page spreads, small insets, monochrome and vivid colors - and complement the story arc and the words well. While the overall story arc was fine, it felt like there were some jumps from page to page instead of a seamless transition from one page to the next. The book doesn't need to be read from start to finish and you could easily flip to a random page or hone in on a part of the book that focuses on a topic of importance for you so that might explain some of the bumps. Nevertheless, The Way to a Beautiful World was a lovely moment of escape and one that I will return to periodically.

Many thanks to William Morrow and NetGalley for the beautiful e-arc.

James Norbury has crafted another timeless treasure that is both lovely and profound. Tiny Dragon and Big Panda find a map to The Most Beautiful Place in the World and set off from a teahouse on a joint adventure. They travel to ruins, the shore, mountains, caverns, the swamp, barrens, the chasm and the forest. Each step of the way brings its own challenge or emotion as well as poignant lessons we can all take to heart. I love the perspective this book provides. It is a wise book to live by and also a visual delight bask in its beauty (the watercolors!). I was lucky to receive a digital ARC from NetGalley, but I’ll also be buying a physical copy for my shelf upon its October release. This will be one to reread and gift.

Once again, James Norbury grips you by the heart and does not let go. Every short piece in this book as you follow along Big Panda and Tiny Dragon is a whirlwind of emotions and wonder. The poetic flow of the narrative and lush world-building are guaranteed to keep you immersed across every page. I cannot recommend this read enough if you want a quick and insightful story with profound significance and wisdom.

I have loved each and every one of his books and this one was no different. I will say I think this one is even a bit better because it's a series of stories you can read a different times in your life when you need a bit of pick me up peep talk. I love that about this book and makes it very gift worthy (like all his amazing books!)

“Those who care for others may never get the thanks they deserve. So, thank you. Your love and kindness change the world in ways you’ll never see.” The Way to a Beautiful World is a great book for slowing down and finding peace. Journey through the world with Big Panda and Tiny Dragon, and reflect on topics such as loss and living with the past, insignificance, anger, and more. The art style is peaceful and varies between color and black and white scenes. Some pieces are very literal and detailed, while others are more sparse or abstract.

James Norbury takes us on a wonderful adventure in The Way to a Beautiful World. Using Tiny Dragon and Big Panda’s quest to find the most beautiful world, there are lessons along the way about loss, anger, fear, depression, and peace. As Tiny Dragon says- “It was beautiful all along, wasn’t it?”

The artwork is stunning. I love the How To Use This Book Guide and how one novel can have many purposes (a story, a thought for a day, and/or a helper). 4⭐️

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read The Way to a Beautiful World.

I’m a big fan of Big Panda and Tiny Dragon and was thrilled to see that James Norbury has another to add to the series. As usual, there’s a lot of depth and lessons to be learned and the two wise animals bestow so much wisdom. The pages are beautifully illustrated.

I can’t express how much this book has changed my point of view. There is immense beauty written within the pages. For anyone struggling with any type of emotion or self doubt I highly recommend. Some days I fell like Big Panda and other days like Tiny Dragon but I found within these pages there’s no guilt in feeling both.

This was a cute and insightful book. I read this like a story and liked that there were pictures that went along with the meaning of the story. I like that Tiny Dragon and Big Panda went on a journey just because they found a piece of paper that read "The Way to a Beautiful World." I liked that it was short and not bogged down with so much information to get to the point.

What a beautiful addition to this author's work. Such profound thoughts and concepts presented in such a simple, beautiful way. Something to be read and re-read many times. I have purchased all of James Norbury's books and this one is definitely on my list. I can wait for it to be published.

In true Norbury style, The Way To A Beautiful World is yet another must read. The wisdom throughout is almost like a deck of affirmation cards. You turn the page and read a "lesson" you didn't know you needed. You read a thought that triggers emotions. Just amazing.