Kirsten Sevig

You might know gnomes as the sweet, bearded characters of Nordic folklore, but you may be surprised to learn that there is a quite different kind of gnome—a saying or proverb, such as "Plant kindness, gather love." This adorable book celebrates every type of gnome and revels in one of Kirsten Sevig's favourite seasons: springtime! Days grow longer, birds return,...

Kirsten Sevig's Instagram fans—100,000 strong and counting—have been clamouring for a book of her art. She paints rainbow-coloured rooftops, striped pears, birds in hats, teacups, cats and more—all drawn to bring joy to anyone who views them. When the weather is rainy and grey, Sevig paints herself some sunshine. When she feels sad, she paints something colourful to cheer herself...