Steven Universe: The Tale of Steven

by Sugar, Rebecca; Michalka, Elle; Wang, Angie

• ISBN13: 9781419741487
• ISBN10: 1419741489
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2019-10-08
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Summary

Steven Universe: The Tale of Steven is the official picture-book adaptation of “Change Your Mind” by series creator Rebecca Sugar!

In 2019, Cartoon Network aired a pivotal episode in its Emmy- and Annie-nominated series Steven Universe: The hour-long special “Change Your Mind” revealed the highly anticipated culmination of Pink Diamond’s storyline.

Illustrated by Elle Michalka and Angie Wang, Steven Universe:The Tale of Steven is a companion book to the series, telling the story of “Change Your Mind” in the same style as New York Times bestseller The Answer.

Featuring an unusual and thought-provoking interactive format, readers will follow the story of Pink Diamond’s escape from Homeworld, Rose Quartz’s life on Earth, and the creation of Steven Universe, from multiple conflicting perspectives.

The Tale of Steven will be an irresistible keepsake for Steven Universe fans of all ages.

“Beneath the surface Tale of Steven is a wonderfully smart commentary on bias and perspective, and how different points of view can all color and reframe the same story.” —Gizmodo

Author Biography

Rebecca Sugar is a New York Times­ bestselling author and the creator of the Emmy Award–winning show Steven Universe on Cartoon Network. She previously worked as a writer and storyboard artist on Cartoon Network’s animated series Adventure Time. She’s an artist, songwriter, and director.

Elle Michalka is an Annie-nominated art director and New York Times bestselling illustrator who has worked for shows including Steven Universe, Gravity Falls, and Midnight Gospel. She is a native Texan and CalArts alum who currently lives and works in Los Angeles.

Angie Wang is an illustrator and cartoonist based in Los Angeles. She works as a prop/FX designer on Steven Universe and is one of the four co-founders of the annual comics festival Comic Arts Los Angeles.