The Big Birthday

written by Kate Hosford
Illustrated by Holly Clifton-Brown
Published by Lerner Publishing ltd.

I have just finished the 2nd in the series of books for US publishers Lerner ltd. It follows on from the first book The Big Bouffant and is another tall tale about Annabelle. It should be out and about some time next year.

Here is a peek at the inside artowrk;

Greenpeace @ Glastonbury

I took on the massive project of illustrating a cornered wall in the Greenpeace fields this year. They were each roughly 25 m long about 2.5m high. My theme was 'Sustainable Fishing'. Unfortunately I have lost the lead for my camera so these are not the best shots. I had a great crew of girls working me, Jo, Kym, Chloe and Bex. It was the biggest challenge to date of my career and took 2 and a half weeks to paint come rain, shine or storm it was painted under a make shift shelter from morning to night fall.

Red House Children's Book Awards 2011

Two weeks ago I attended the Red House Children's Book awards crememony. I was shortlisted to the top x4 books of the 2010 list for picture books for my first book, 'Annie Hoot and the knitting extravaganza'. It was a really GREAT day and many thanks to all who voted for me!

Elephant White Final Artwork

So I have just sent off all the artwork for Elephant White and they have been sent of for proofing. Here is a sneak preview of what is in store for the book. It should be on the shelves and available online by Christmas time, maybe before. I'll keep you posted. I have loved working on this book!!