Flying Stars



What’s on the invisible side?




Is there a mysterious entrance to the center of the Earth hidden under the bed? Is there an amusement park in the sky behind the clouds? Are there elves hiding in the shoe cabinet?

With these fantastical ideas, the little boy embarks on a fascinating exploration. With his imagination, the world he sees becomes more colorful.  

Stay curious, every ordinary corner of life may hide a wonderful surprise!





Mao Jiu, whose real name is Li Liangzhu, graduated from the School of Architecture at Hunan University. A lover of painting since childhood, he worked for an architectural design firm for nearly a decade before transitioning to freelance illustrator and children's picture book creator. He enjoys sketching in the streets and alleys of the city, adept at exploring details and depicting life from different perspectives.


Text & Illustration: Mao Jiu
Published by Beijing Cheerful Culture, 2025
44 pages

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English translation available