‘Dinosaur Cove: Attack of the Lizard King' - illustrated by Mike Spoor, has been chosen as one of six books in the Richard and Judy Book Club, as part 'Children's Book Club', 'Read Together' recommendations! Follow link to see the recommendation www.richardandjudy.co.uk.
The David Gemmell Legend Awards have just announced their short list for the best book covers for this year!
Artist Partners' Artists once again appear very strongly and dominate the nominations for this years book covers appearing in the highly prestigious David Gemmell Legend Awards – Artist Partners and their artists are very strong in this particular fantasy genre, and they are delighted to present the works of the nominated artists: Bob Lea, Larry Rostant andPaul Young
Artists and the pieces that they're nominated for are: LEA, Bob - Cover of "The War of the Dwarves" by Markus Heitz
ROSTANT, Larry - Cover of 'The Ragged Man' by Tom Lloyd ROSTANT, Larry - Cover of 'The Bone Palace' by Amanda Downum
YOUNG Paul - Cover of 'Tome of the Undergates' by Sam Sykes YOUNG, Paul - Cover of 'Wolfsangel' by M.D. Lachlan YOUNG, Paul - Cover of 'The Thief-Taker’s Apprentice' by Stephen Deas
A big welcome to Steve Horrocks who his our latest signing! Originally from Merseyside, Steve moved to California with his wife in 1995 to work for a major feature animation studio and over the years has still pursued his passion for creating and illustrating on a personal level. Following great success in comics and animation, he has just finished his first childrens book and we think, with his beautiful drawings, that this is the beginning of a wonderful future in the children's market. Steve works digitally but likes to keep a traditional feel to his work.
Ace artist Darren Whittington has created a series of 6 characters for Gear4 headphones, which have just been launched this month. The client was so pleased with his ideas that had to work within the constraints of the packaging, that he is now working on some new characters to add to the range.
Steve May's hilarious illustrations for Cartoon Kid, the first title in a new series written by Jeremy Strong has just been published by Puffin Books. Steve's characters from the book also featured in a recent Times Newspaper article to encourage pupils to join in the CAMPAIGN FOR FUN, which searches for the most fun school in Britain.
Jonny Duddle's brilliant illustrations bring Derek Keilty's 'wild west' fantasy adventures to life. Will Gallows and the Snake Bellied Troll has been recommended by Richard & Judy's Children's Book Club in the Read Yourself Category for readers aged between 5 and 8 years old.
Arena is delighted to announce that Claude In The City, written and illustrated by Alex T Smith (Hodder Children's Books) has been recommended by Richard & Judy's first ever Children's Book Club. In association with WHSmith, the new book club is read and reviewed by kids of different ages and interests who pick 18 titles to inspire young readers and aid parents with selecting the best reading material for their children. The books will feature in-store in a Buy One, Get One for £1 offer until the end of February.
Alex's delightful story and funny illustrations have been recommended for readers aged 5 to 8 years old in the Read Yourself Category. Claude is a small plump dog who wears a beret and a bright red jumper, but he is no ordinary dog.... Accompanied by his friend Sir Bobblysock they take a trip to the City for the very first time and end up foiling a robbery and saving the day.
The Artworks are delighted to welcomeLindsey Spinks! Lindsey graduated last summer and now joins as the latest exciting talent of this years Startworks programme. She has a real flair for characters combining hand drawn and digital elements to create her imagery.