This is such a cool book and the illustrations are absolutely stunning. The writing style is poetic/lyrical but unfortunately I didn't get the point of it but still can enjoy the overall book.

The illustrations in this book are amazing. They are beautiful and tell a story all their own. I found myself studying the artwork looking for all the littlest details. The writing is cute, but a little disjointed. I wish the prose flowed a little better, but this was still a sweet book that me and my toddler enjoyed.

The illustrations in this book are absolutely stunning! I also liked the whimsical ideas and would have loved a longer version. My one criticism is that on certain pages some of the text isn't easy to read, due to the limited contrast between the colour of the text and that of the background.

The illustrations were so incredibly unique and the color scheme on each page was so beautiful to look at. Sometimes the actual words of the story are hard to find and I especially can see where an issue could arise for someone who has some colorblindness due to a lack of contrast and the size of the actual font. Additionally, I also lost the rhythm of the poem a few times and I’m not sure how much if the actual story i fully understood, but the art alone would at least have me borrowing it from a local library to read to my nephew.

Sunflowers Rise in a Midnight Sky is a creative and children’s book which explores the idea of children’s dreams becoming reality. I was drawn in by the title, and sense of movement in the cover illustrations. The storyline is lyrical, ethereal and whimsical and the illustrations vibrant and textured. I think this would be a beautiful bedtime book. I also loved the authors notes, particularly the details of how the illustrators childhood environment inspires her art.

Thank you Empyrean Press and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy of this book.

A poetic story with magnificent artwork to accompany it.
I found myself stuff looking for all the details in each image even after reading the text on each page.

Reminiscent of Dr. Seuss through the nonsense style of writing. And the stunning illustrations made this an enjoyable read. Unfortunately I'm not sure if I got the point but I still enjoyed this book greatly. I loved the fantasy dreamworld idea, and the Dr. Seuss vibes.

Beautiful illustrations. The unique text layout of the book felt distracting and difficult to read without physically moving the book (in this case, the screen) back and forth, which is not what my kids need in a bedtime book. The book mostly rhymes, and felt off-kilter when it didn't.

'What if when night falls, dreams come true?'

This was such a poetic book, taking the reader in the realms of dreams and imagination. It was so poetic, the sentences being filled with a beautiful imagery and carefully-chosen words.

And the illustrations! They were all such a delight to look at! They are so full of colours and magic that there is no doubt any reader could get lost in them...!

This book is truly beautiful, and defenitely one that will do wonders as a bedtime read. Because who knows, your dreams might come true once you've closed your eyes?

This is one of those artistic, poetry children's books and I loved it! The illustrations are breathtaking and my son (7) loved them just as much as me. I love reading books like this to my son because it shows that there are many ways to tell stories, and it doesn't always have to be a linear narrative. It was also great to read this after learning a little about poetry (which we were doing earlier in the day) because I was able to point out some of the techniques used (alliteration, calligram, etc.)

A book to read and read and read before bedtime. This book takes you on a dreamy journey. The story or poem tells you what might happen when you’re sleeping. A magical picturebook. That encourages the use of your imagination.

The illustrations are colorful and stunning. Each page sketches a world of its own and gives plenty of room to talk about the story and pictures. When you look at close you can recognize all kind of different art techniques, looking at this picture book makes me want to paint, and I’ll guess this book will make a great fit in art class or during craft moments.

Looking forward to a dutch translation of this book already.

I would like to thank NetGalley, for providing an advanced readers copy of this book in return for my honest review

This is not a book just for children, but also a wonderful experience for the adults. The pristine yet messy lines, the vibrant colors and the spluttering images create amazing images that will have your eyes linger over the contours for hours. For those with a penchant for whimsical illustrations, this is definitely a must have.

In terms of the text, this was more of a poem with a story. The words were easy to follow and I’m sure children will like it too.

What bothered me was that the text (font) didn’t blend in with the illustrations at all. I wish the publishing team (author, illustrator, editor, etc) would have gone for a more integrated experience. There are also instances where the color contrast is a little weak.

Overall, this is a nice experience and I’m definitely interested in more works from the illustrator.
Thank you to Netgalley for an eARC in exchange for a honest review.

Thank you for the ARC @empyreanpress and @netgalley! This is a wonderful story about the way the world would look if our dreams came true. The art of the book is really beautiful. This would be a great mentor text for poetry or making mental images. It would also be fun to have students write poetry about their own dreams and create matching artwork.

Thank you for this ARC! Both the illustrations and the text in this book are beautiful. It is a book about fantastic dreams. Each page turned was a new exciting idea and flooded with gorgeous art. Highly recommend for the dreamers!

Beautifully worded and illustrated children’s book. Whimsical, ethereal, and dreamy…a perfect bedtime story. This is a book that I would pick from the library to read to my children.

"Sunflowers Rise in a Midnight Sky" by Avery Davis is a visually stunning digital arc that showcases a delightful play of vibrant colors and imaginative textures. The artwork in this book takes a wonderfully abstract and expressive approach, capturing the essence of a dreamscape where imagination takes the forefront.

The use of bold, vivid colors is particularly striking, bringing each page to life with an energy that leaps off the screen. Davis's unique artistic style blends whimsical elements with a depth that invites the viewer to delve deeper into each image.

The texture work in the book is another standout feature, adding layers of intrigue to the already captivating visuals. It's not just about the visual appeal; these textures create an almost tactile experience, making the digital pages feel interactive and alive.

Overall, "Sunflowers Rise in a Midnight Sky" is a testament to Avery Davis's creative prowess, offering a feast for the senses with its abstract beauty and emotive color palette. This book is a delightful escape into a world of color and imagination, perfect for anyone seeking a unique and visually stunning reading experience.

The artwork on this book is amazing and beautiful. I wanted to read it for that alone. The book was a great read with fantastic pictures.

Tang Wei, you are hands down my favourite storybook illustrator now!

This storybook is a celebration of colours and art. I am so sure this book will awaken the artist in you once you start reading it.

Kudos to the author for such amazing writing despite using limited words.

The whole book seems like a perfect beautiful dream becoming alive.

Thank you, Empyrean Press, for the advance reading copy.