About Miriam Cohen Miriam Cohen's first book, Will I Have A Friend, published over 30 years ago, remains a favorite with parents, teachers, and children. These charming board books demonstrate her talent as an illustrator, as well as an author. Books by Miriam Cohen First Grade Takes a Test by (author) Miriam Cohen illustrated by Ronald Himler Ages 4 to 7 Grades p to 2 Layla's Head Scarf by (author) Miriam Cohen illustrated by Ronald Himler Ages 4 to 7 Grades p to 2 Bee My Valentine by (author) Miriam Cohen illustrated by Ronald Himler Ages 5 to 6 Grades k to 1