An illustration of Little Stone Lion. [Photo/People's Daily]

In addition, emotions of the characters are also significant. As a force that can transcend time and space, emotions can arouse the resonance of readers all over the world to the greatest extent.

Xiong Liang's Little Stone Lion is rooted in Chinese traditional culture, and is characterized by Chinese Ink. The story is an autobiography of a little stone lion in the town. As the patron saint of the town, the stone lion has witnessed the development and changes of the countryside, and it also bring up the strong memories and attachment to the hometown.

At present, the collection of the world library of Little Stone Lion is 193. "The warm ink tone painting adds charm to the book. Even the youngest reader will understand the love and pride that little stone lions have for their village," said a reader named Stacy Slater.

The jury of Hans Christian Andersen Award said in a comment about Xiong Liang that his book is not only a narrative medium, but every painting in his book conveys stories and expressing emotions.