[Author Biography]

Su-Hsia Hsu

Su-Hsia Hsu was born and raised in rural Miaoli. She recalls 
being fond of drawing as a child, and of hoping to become a 
teacher and artist when she grew up. And that's just what 
happened. Hsu is currently a professor of fine arts and crafts 
at National Hsinchu Teachers College in Hsinchu, and has 
seen her artwork featured in a number of exhibitions. 

At one point, Hsu's love of art took her to France, where she 
spent several years, eventually earning a PhD in art from the 

Universite des Sciences Humaines de Strasbourg. The time 
spent immersed in European cultures and lifestyles left a 
lasting impression on Hsu, greatly enriching her life. 

Mom, It's Sunny Outside is an outstanding illustrated lyrical 
work that sincerely reminds today's busy parents to find time 
to spend with their kids outdoors. Through the earnest desires 
and the small wish of a child, the author is able to move 
readers of all ages. The realistic and beautiful illustrations, 
real-life surroundings and emotions aptly express a loving 
embrace shared by mother and child and the state of mind of 
walking in nature. (United Daily News )

Life should not be shackled with haste and hopelessness to 
the point of overlooking family love. Mom, It's Sunny 
Outside is a children's book that teaches us to let go. The 
author's meticulous illustrations and warmly realistic art are 
permeated with family love. (Public Library Good-Book-for-Children 
Annual Best Picture Book)