Picture Book Artist
Carmen Saldana – Little Lion (Really Wild Families)
Little Lion is a fact-filled picture book story based on the everyday adventures of a Lion Cub and their WILD family.
Illustrated by Carmen Saldana, this charming book from QED Publishing helps children learn what different members of the lion family get up to, and how the fun and games of a little lion help them develop the vital survival skills they will need to use later on in life.
Carmen Saldana – Little Elephant (Really Wild Families series)
Discover what Little Elephant gets up to and explore his world, in this fun and informative title from the Really Wild Families series.
Beautifully illustrated by Carmen Saldana, this charming celebration of elephants will show children just how amazing nature is and is a reminder that it is up to us to care for the planet and its weird and wonderful creatures. Available now from QED Publishing.
Freya Hartas – Grand Old Oak and the Birthday Ball
Grand Old Oak is Bear’s favourite tree in the woodland. So when Bear learns that Oak is five hundred years old, he decides to plan an extra-special birthday ball.
In this first storybook of poetry illustrated by Freya Hartas, join Bear and his friends through the seasons as they prepare a magical birthday party, with lots of things to spot along the way. Published by Magic Cat this April.
Quang & Lien – The Fawn Who Chased the Sun
Follow one little fawn on his quest in search of the sun, in this lushly illustrated tale by award-winning duo Quang & Lien.
A lyrical story that’s a joy to read aloud, this nature-inspired fable delivers a gentle warning against losing sight of the important things in life. With deft nods to mindfulness and magical realism, The Fawn Who Chased the Sun is a fable for our times and a modern-classic in the making. Available this November from Templar Publishing.
Daniela Sosa – Friends
Celebrate the wonder of new friends, old friends, and everything-in-between friends in this joyful, debut picture book from Daniela Sosa.
There are many kinds of friends—old friends, new friends, friends that last a lifetime—and the day to make new friends is always near, if you look. This story celebrates all of them: who they are, where we find them, and what we count on them for.
We’re so thrilled for Daniela & excited to see this heart-warming story hit shelves this Autumn, published by Simon & Schuster.
Ester Garcia Cortes: Valeria
Ester has illustrated ‘Valeria’, a sweet story reminding us of the importance of believing in yourself and in true friendship. Published by Cuento de Luz.
Francisco Fonseca – But Why?
A visually stunning adventure story illustrated by Francisco for every curious child who has ever asked the time-honoured question: why?
Published by Ethicool this July, ‘But Why?’ is a story inspired by the boundless curiosity of children and dedicated to every parent whose mornings and nights are backing-tracked by the dulcet tones of Why? But why? But Why? But why? It follows Hazel Hare as she travels throughout the forest and implores her friends to help in her search for answers to some of life’s most challenging questions. What she discovers is truly illuminating.
Sam Caldwell – A Parliament of Owls
From a mischief of mice and a shiver of sharks to a caravan of camels and a rhumba of rattlesnakes, animals from around the globe gather a group and sashay, swim, slither, or sail through this party of animal plurals.
This delightful and colourful romp through collective nouns for groups of animals illustrated by Sam Caldwell is available this July from Sleeping Bear Press.
Francisco Fonseca – When Grandpa Was the Moon
When Grandpa leaves, where does he go?
Poetic, raw and heartfelt, ‘When Grandpa Was the Moon’ illustrated by Francisco Fonseca helps little ones understand that a loved one may be gone, but they’re still here in many ways.
Available this October from Ethicool Books.
Carmen Saldana – The Boy Who Dreamed Dragons
Illustrated by Carmen Saldana, ‘The Boy Who Dreamed Dragons’ is a very special picture book celebrating the imagination, with an emotional and reassuring message.
Available this September from Puffin.
