Editor & Translator Profile
Claudia Bedrick
1 Books
Claudia Bedrick is an editor, translator, and the publisher of Enchanted Lion Books, an independent publisher of children's books from around the world. She co-edited the anthology A Velocity of Being: Letters to a Young Reader alongside Maria Popova. Through her publishing work, she brings international literature and distinct visual storytelling to English-speaking readers. She frequently translates French children's books into English, helping to make global stories accessible to new audiences.
When you find someone who truly understands you, it is easy to speak from the heart. For Raphael, that person is Jerome. Their days are filled with shared inside jokes, traded snacks, and grand plans to one day travel to the Himalayas together. Raphael's intense affection for his best friend colors his entire world, even if his constant chatter about Jerome starts to wear on his parents' nerves. Despite their lack of understanding, Raphael remains unwavering in his feelings. Being around Jerome makes him feel seen, valued, and special. This beautifully honest exploration of childhood devotion captures the pure, unapologetic joy of loving your best friend and finding the courage to declare that affection proudly, no matter what anyone else thinks.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
32 Pages
