Overview
Working for London publishers — both large & commercial and small & independent — has immersed me in the children's book industry: I'm aware of talent, trends, successes, and the practical needs of those in the industry.
As a designer, I’m happy to help out at any stage, from initial art direction to cover design and internal layout. I love collaborating with authors and illustrators to edit and art direct their work from a distanced, professional, and outside perspective. I give advice on mekrets, publishing avenues, but most of all, how to perfectly marry words and images.
I started out in publishing by designing children's books, but also design covers and illustrated books for all ages — including cook books, gardening books, nature books, and graphic novels. As an illustrator, I love to reveal stories and educational topics in a fun and insightful way.
As a designer, I’m happy to help out at any stage, from initial art direction to cover design and internal layout. I love collaborating with authors and illustrators to edit and art direct their work from a distanced, professional, and outside perspective. I give advice on mekrets, publishing avenues, but most of all, how to perfectly marry words and images.
I started out in publishing by designing children's books, but also design covers and illustrated books for all ages — including cook books, gardening books, nature books, and graphic novels. As an illustrator, I love to reveal stories and educational topics in a fun and insightful way.
Services
Fiction
Anthologies
Comics & Graphic Novels
Literary Fiction
Middle Grade
Picture Books
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs
Comics Non-Fiction
Humanities & Social Sciences
Languages
English
Works with
Squarespace
WordPress
Certifications
- Fiction / Non-Fiction Book Arts Certificate
- Letterpress, Screenprinting, Bookbinding
- Children's Book Illustration Certificate
- BS in Visual Communication
Work experience
Self-employed
Jan, 2014 —
Present
Little Tiger
Jan, 2020 —
Present
Egmont UK
Sep, 2017 —
Aug, 2018
(11 months)
Nobrow / Flying Eye Books
Sep, 2015 —
Mar, 2016
(6 months)
Portfolio
The Wolves of Currumpaw is a beautifully illustrated modern re-telling of Ernest Thompson Seton's epic wilderness drama Lobo, the King of Currumpaw, originally published in 1898. Set in the dying days of the old west, Seton's drama unfolds in the vast planes o... read more
As the great chief matriarch lay dying, she gave one final decree: Upon her death there would be a contest. Having no heir of her own blood she called on the Gods. Let fate decide the one truly worthy to rule in her place. The rich, the strong, the wise, the p... read more
Here are eight princesses for the Rebel Girls generation: bold, empowered, full of curiosity, adventure and determined to be true to themselves. Natasha Farrant's original stories are set in different times all around the world, blending modern and traditional... read more
An exquisite, full colour country almanac by artist Catherine Hyde, following the phases of the moon and a hare's journey throughout the twelve months of the year in a lyrical tribute to the natural world. Waking from the winter solstice a hare begins her jour... read more
An uncannily brilliant evocation of the falconer's art and a moving story of a man's discovery of how to be a father. 'I was moved to tears by Ben Crane's beautiful memoir, Blood Ties. Diagnosed with Asperger syndrome in his 40s, he recounts his struggles to r... read more
Have you ever dreamed of quitting your job and starting a business of your own, cooking delicious food to make people smile? Anna Hedworth did. She opened Cook House: an award-winning restaurant housed in two shipping containers. Self-taught chef and proprieto... read more
Climate change? Brexit? Screaming brain-biters? Don't lose the plot – this book can help! Irreverent, straightforward and useful, it shows even complete beginners how to grow enough of their own food to survive when Armageddon arrives and imports collapse – or... read more
Perfectly sized for its readers little hands, this miniature illustrated hardback introduces children to all the world's amazing shapes!
The newest in the Little Books for Little Hands series sees Katja Spitzer's quirky illustrations taking a joyful trip to the beach to teach young children the simple vocabulary of the popular vacation spot. Let's go to the beach!
With vivid poetic word imagery, and pictures as loud as a lion or as quiet as a whisper, Helen Borten introduces children to listening to everything around them to show them just how beautiful our world sounds in this new edition of her 1960s classic.Helen Bor... read more
In this new edition of the 1960s classic, Helen Borten introduces children to art and the beauty of the world around them.Everywhere we see lines and shapes and colors that influence our daily lives. The important link between seeing and feeling is the basis o... read more
The mysterious Mr Tiger and the inquisitive Betsy K. Glory set off on their second adventure, from bestselling author Sally Gardner, sumptuously illustrated by Nick Maland. Crumble cakes! A red rogue wind is blowing and a wicked pirate captain and his crew are... read more
It doesn't matter if your first sewing project isn't perfect. You made something with your very own hands. Yes, YOU. The world disappeared and for a few precious hours, the only thing that filled your heart, mind and soul was sewing. How did that make you feel... read more
It's granny's birthday, but her little granddaughter wonders why, because of the lines on her face, she looks so worried! But they are simply wrinkles, and grandma is very fond of her lines because they are where she keeps her memories.In this imaginative and ... read more
Archie, Cupcake, Oliver, Valentine… the cat who lives on Blossom Street is called something different by everyone, and loved by all. But there is one house on the street that he hasn't visited yet…In this sweet story, Katie Harnett explores how one well-loved ... read more
The first in a pair of illustrated books covering the animals of the world, Wild Animals of the North features Dieter Braun’s beautiful drawings of northern animals accompanied by fun facts and clever descriptions that children will love!From the polar bears o... read more
Scared you! This little mouse thinks he's the bravest animal around, but it seems that he's not the only one. . . All the animals are keen to show off their bravery—from the crocodile with his mighty jaws, to the tiger with her scary claws! But who will be the... read more
One of Publishers Weekly's Best Books of 2016, available in paperback for the first time! With stunning narrative skill, this compelling graphic novel intricately weaves together true-life narratives from 1912 and 1926 and a fictional story set in the present ... read more
A perfect baby shower gift for new dads in your life!Keith Negley's playful and emotional art tells this story of a new father who is no longer the cool guy he once was. He looks back wistfully on his crazy times playing in a band, riding a motorcycle, and get... read more
It’s time to learn about the sea’s most feared (and most misunderstood) residents: sharks!Owen Davey returns to nonfiction to explain the mysteries of those denizens of the deep. Some deadly, some not-so-deadly, and almost all just generally misunderstood. Exc... read more
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