Anna Hurley

Anna Hurley is a freelance illustrator based in Berkeley, California, USA, specialising in colourful character art, whimsical children's book illustrations, packaging design, and everything in between! Inspired by mid century art, nature, and all the 90s cartoons she grew up on, her work aims to bring cheer and playfulness to the everyday. She loves riding her bike, reading, and playing board games with her husband and sons.

Amber Aü

Amber Aü began doodling in her food diary while healing her relationship with food, which led her to discover her passion for illustration. She now lives in Alsager, England, with her partner and two corgis, Tofu and Toro. When Amber's not drawing, you can find her wandering around grocery stores, chatting with a bunch of bananas, or enjoying a pastry or two.

Alex Patrick

Alex Patrick has had a lifelong love for cartoons, picture books and comics, which has shaped him into the children's book illustrator he is today. He lives in Devon with his partner and stepson, and when it's sunny enjoys going to the beach and walking around in the countryside.

Christiane Engel

Christiane loves writing and illustrating, especially for children and young people!
She has illustrated over 30 children’s books so far and also works on magazines, advertising, juvenile fiction, and kids’ products. Christiane lives by the sea in England.

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Featuring illustrations from a host of best loved illustrators

Xuan Le

Xuan Le was born in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. She studied fashion design and graphic design and has many years of experience working on children’s books and magazines for local and foreign publishers. Her creative inspiration comes from a lot of things in life, especially the colours and structures in nature. She also likes to make miniature paper craft, short animation and learn about music production.

Tim Warnes

Tim Warnes has been writing and illustrating kids’ books for 30 years. He’s passionate about helping parents and carers use quality picture books to nurture their children. Tim also enjoys playing the banjo, birdwatching and wearing fancy hats. Learn more about Tim’s work and discover some Stories Worth Sharing at www.timwarnes.com.

Sophie Aggett

Sophie lives in London and likes to spend her time eating pizza and reading detective stories. She loves her job in children’s publishing but suspects she would be good at solving mysteries too. On retirement, Sophie plans to open a detective agency by the sea.

Malgorzata Detner

Malgorzata Detner is an illustrator based in Poland. She currently lives with her family, a cocker spaniel, some snails, and two rats in Warsaw. When she is not illustrating, Malgorzata enjoys family time and needle felting colourful toys.