Hebe Xu
Popo Mystery
“Mimi found her Popo acting a little strange lately…”
Popo Mystery is a heartfelt picture book that follows Mimi, a young girl who discovers her grandmother’s fading memory. Set in early 2000s China, the story gently explores dementia, childhood empathy, and intergenerational love through nostalgic illustrations and the healing power of music.
Author and illustrator
Ziming Xu (also known as Hebe) is an illustrator based in London and Chengdu. She loves using bright colours and mixed materials to tell touching stories. Her work often includes personal, cherished elements, aiming to create empathy and subtle emotional connections with readers.
Ins: @lilyahebebi
Email: zimingxu227@foxmail.com
Website: https://zimingxu.cargo.site
