Lote Vilma is a poet and illustrator from Riga whose work moves between text and image, often meeting in the form of comics. Her work has appeared in international magazines and newspapers. She writes for children, young adults, and adults, and is the author of two poetry collections, a picture book, and a poetic prose book for those navigating the fragile years of adolescence. Her books have been translated into multiple languages.
The object Lote selected for her comic is a puppet monkey.
Comics partner for the flipbook: Alicja Winiewicz from Poland.
Short summary: Growing up sucks! A dreamy stream of consciousness before falling asleep. Starring: The Moon, a lonely girl and a monkey from her childhood. Also some cigarettes.
Instagram: lotevilma
