Global Reviews Are In: The Rabbit in the Moon Moves to Illustration!
So much has happened recently that I almost forgot to share some exciting news!
Last week, I received the final reviews and editing notes for The Rabbit in the Moon!
Living in Mexico City, a city of nearly 25 million people from all over the world, I wanted my story to resonate across languages and cultures. So I took a slightly different approach when it came to early feedback.
Gathering Global Perspectives
The legend of the Rabbit in the Moon exists in many cultures. Some versions are similar; others are dramatically different. Since moving to Mexico City, I’ve made friendships with people from every corner of the world.
To ensure the story would connect with readers globally, I shared the latest version with a diverse group of friends:
Two educators from Los Angeles, California and Barcelona, Spain
An anthropologist from Copenhagen, Denmark.
Their reviews were glowing. They each loved the story and, most importantly, they agreed on one thing:
“Children will fall in love with this new version of Yabbit the Rabbit.”
Hearing that made every rewrite, every late-night rhyme revision, and every moment of doubt absolutely worth it.
Watch My Reaction
🎥 Watch my full reaction video on YouTube
In the video, I share the exact moment I read their feedback, what surprised me most, and how this stage marks a new creative chapter for The Rabbit in the Moon.
The Final Edit
After gathering the feedback, I sent the manuscript to my longtime friend Rob, who, along with his talented daughter Martiene, handled the final edit.
Rob and I have worked together for years, he’s a meticulous editor with an eye for rhythm, tone, and precision. And Martiene brought fresh energy and perspective to the text. Their combined effort has refined every stanza to ensure the story reads as beautifully as it sounds aloud.
Next Step: Illustrations Begin
This week, I’ll be sharing the final text with Rod, my illustrator, to begin the illustration process.
This is where words finally come to life in color and emotion, the moment when Yabbit, Snail, and the moonlit world they inhabit take shape visually.
I can’t wait to see how Rod interprets the story and how the artwork adds new layers of warmth and wonder.
Stay tuned, I’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes updates as the illustrations for The Rabbit in the Moon begin!
