When Christina Bjork first took her idea for a children's book on impressionist Claude Monet to her Swedish publisher, she found herself swatting away dubious looks and skeptical remarks. But sixteen years after "Linnea in Monet's Garden" first hit stores, the book is an unqualified hit with fans all over the world. The story follows the adventures of young Linnea and her friend, Mr. Bloom, who travel to Paris to visit Monet's famous home and gardens and Giverny. Bjork attributes the book's sucess to its ability to appeal to all age groups.