About Valérie Boivin Valérie Boivin is a freelance illustrator with a degree in graphic design from Laval University. Her work can be found in children's books and magazines. She lives in Quebec City. Books by Valérie Boivin Walking in the City with Jane A Story of Jane Jacobs by (author) Susan Hughes illustrated by Valérie Boivin Ages 6 to 9 Grades 1 to 4