The Unsinkable Walker Bean

The setting feels so vivid and imaginative—I'm curious whether it was mapped out from the start or evolved during the writing process.

His bravery is inspiring, but some of his choices made me wonder if he was sometimes too reckless. How did others relate to his character arc?

The illustrations are so lively and expressive—did the author or artist decide on a particular style to emphasize the whimsy and action?