James Norbury, author of the beautifully illustrated Big Panda and Tiny Dragon, has been interviewed by John Bevir for CGTN.

In a short interview, which includes passages from the book, James discusses his own personal journey, the inspirations behind his life-affirming characters, and the extraordinary reader reactions he has received so far. You can watch the full 4-minute interview here.

An uplifting and universal tale of friendship and self-acceptance, Big Panda and Tiny Dragon draws on James’s own life experiences and his interest in Buddhist spirituality, combining encouraging words of wisdom with endearing illustrations of two friends journeying together.

Big Panda and Tiny Dragon is out now. Grab it here in the UK or, better, via your local bookshop or Bookshop.org. In the US, find it here or on Bookshop.org.

Follow James on Instagram @bigpandaandtinydragon.