Congratulations to author/illustrator Sandra Severgnini on the publication of
a hardback picture book for 4-9 year olds, published by EK Books
6th August 2023
The world of the shallow ocean seabed is brought to life in this story of the mimic octopus. The illustrations give a realistic picture of the sea creatures in this environment and how perfectly the octopus impersonates and outwits them.
What a fun octopus!
Congratulations to illustrator Marjorie Crosby-Fairall
The SCBWI annual Summer Portfolio Showcase is a career-launching opportunity for illustrators—a juried showcase which get their illustrations in front of the top publishing professionals working today. This year’s format was a three-image portfolio.
Portfolios were judged as a whole, not on any individual image. The judges were looking for:
Children’s book publishing appropriateness.
Consistency of a strong illustrative “voice” throughout.
Fresh and unique styles.
See here for details of the SCBWI Summer Conference 2023 Awards
Huge congratulations Marjorie from all of us!
Congratulations to author Apsara Baldovino on the publication of
illustrated by Jennifer Fawkner
a hardback picture book for 3-7 year olds published by Harper Collins
July 2023
The Lucky Shack is a heartfelt and uplifting journey through the seasons, the cycle of life, and the beauty and power of nature. If you are brave enough to let the light in, love and gratitude will triumph.
A timeless message of hope - this story is a stunning debut that will warm your heart.
Surrounded by natural beauty, a seaside shack is lovingly cared for by a fisherman, until one day everything changes.
Congratulations on a beautiful book!
