children’s illustrator
Susan Batori – Wanted! Criminals of the Animal Kingdom
Meet some of the animal kingdom’s most wanted criminals! They’re all here in this hilarious book of animal case files illustrated by Susan Batori that include rap sheets, mug shots and reports of criminal activity. Available this March from Kids Can Press.
Maria Neradova – Ecoute et Decouvre – Le Chantier
Have you ever seen such cute diggers, bulldozers, cranes and steam rollers? This adorable little sound book for Larousse illustrated by Maria Neradova is available now.
Carmen Saldana – Little Explorers
‘Goodnight Ocean’ and ‘Goodnight Forest’ are two new board books beautifully illustrated by Carmen Saldana. Full of intricate peep-through scenes, Carmen’s artwork will really engage children as they discover different habitats. Available now from Little Tiger Press.
Daniela Sosa – Me and Mcgee
In ‘Me and Mcgee’, Daniela‘s illustrations cleverly convey the characters’ emotional ups and downs from season to season in this charming baseball story.
Available in March from Albert Whitman.
Thomas Girard – Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Christmas Pop-Up
Fans of the Wizarding World will adore Thomas’ superb cover illustration for ‘Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Christmas Pop-Up’.
In addition to the magical cover art, Thomas also skillfully re-created the iconic Great Hall as seen in the Harry Potter films.
Available from Insight Editions.
Natali Sejuro Aliaga – Peruvian Poetry
Natali‘s wonderful illustrations bring this superb anthology of Peruvian children’s poetry to life. Available from Mascapaycha Editores.
Daniel Egneus – Lubna and Pebble
Congratulations go to über-talented Daniel Egneus whose artwork for OUP’s ‘Lubna and Pebble’ has received global recognition!
Time Magazine voted this wonderful title ’10 best YA and Children’s Books of 2019′. Excitingly, it has been nominated for the highly prestigious CLIP Kate Greenaway Award, shortlisted for the UKLA Awards, shortlisted for the Teach Primary Awards, and features on the US Library Association’s ‘Notable Book Award’ and the New York Library’s ‘Best Children’s Books of 2019’ list.
We’re absolutely thrilled this poignant story celebrating the endless creativity and resilience of children has received the accolades it truly deserves.
Laura Brenlla – Hansel and Gretel’s Gingerbread House
QED’s Fairytale Friends series continues with ‘Hansel and Gretel’s Gingerbread House’, a charming modern twist on the classic tale.
Laura‘s charming artwork beautifully brings to life this story about hope. Available from February.
Laura Brenlla – Don’t Be Cross, Goldilocks!
Part of the Fairytale Friends series illustrated by Laura Brenlla, ‘Don’t be Cross Goldilocks’ is a modern day take on the classic tale.
Each story in this new picture book series focuses on a different fairytale character, a different strength or core virtue and a challenge to overcome, often with the help of their friends.
Don’t Be Cross, Goldilocks!’, a story about forgiveness is available from QED Publishing this February.
Laura Wood – The Easter Bunnyroo
Laura has illustrated ‘The Easter Bunnyroo’, a charming Australian story about an understandable misunderstanding.
Published by Allen and Unwin, this title is set to hit shelves from February.