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Diana Mayo’s new picture book has just been published and we are all delighted!
Published by Roaring Book Press, Macmillan / written by Mary Robinette Kowal - this fabulous book is already heading for the moon and the stars!
Mary Robinette Kowal is an award winning science fiction author, and this is her first picture book ! It accurately describes how living on the moon differs from earth.
Beautifully illustrated by Diana Mayo represented by Artist Partners
Congratulations author Hannah Gold and Arena illustrator Levi Pinfold whose collaboration was voted Best Story by schoolchildren across the country.
Sky Gazing: A Guide to the Moon, Sun, Planets, Stars, Eclipses, and Constellations, illustrated by our very own Hannah Bailey and written by Meg Thacer has won the Best hands-on Science Book category at the AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books which celebrates outstanding science writing and illustration for children and young adults. The prize is meant to encourage the writing and publishing of high-quality science books for all age groups.
“A highly visual guide to observing the sky with the naked eye, kids will delve into the science behind what they see, making tours of our solar system and deep space, and information on the formation of the earth’s moon, eclipses, northern lights and meteor showers, all accessible to children aged 9-14. Panelists commented that the book is an accessible introduction to astronomy for kids. It is a good balance of astrological information, age-appropriate activities and focuses on developing the skills needed to complete the activities. This is what a hands-on activity book should be.”
As well a this Skygazing was awarded a 2020 Nautilus award for best YA nonfiction!
High praise indeed and well deserved, congratulations Hannah!
The Phosphor team is very excited to be able to show off Dave Hopkins' artwork on the new cover for Jessie Burton's sequel to The Miniaturist called The House of Fortune. Dave illustrated the figures in his unique line style, the same technique used on the original Miniaturist cover over 10 years ago. Katie Tooke was the book designer.
The House of Fortune by Jessie Burton will be out in July and published by Picador.
Take a peek at more of Dave Hopkins' work on the Phosphor website.
Gail Armstrong works wonders on a cover illustration for the bestselling murder mystery novel 'The Maid'.
A historic illustration by Tatsiana Burgaud is part of the Rebel Girls Powerful Pairs series.
From top to bottom, Wayside is packed with quirky and hilarious characters brought to life by Aleksei’s illustrations.
Bright Artist Adele Leyris’ work for the cover of The Plant Hunter was unveiled this month over on Welbeck Publishing’s Twitter channel, showcasing the beautiful design as well as an insight into the amazing embroidery work that brought the cover to life. The Plant Hunter, written by T.L. Mogford releases February 2022.
You can see more of Adele Leyris’ work in her portfolio HERE
Andressa Meissner is invited to illustrate the portrait of Ishita Malaviya, India's first professional surfer for the latest book in the award winning Rebel Girls series
Lucy Davey has illustrated the perfect walking holiday essential, handy pocket guides for 4 locations across Scotland, published by Pocket Mountains Ltd.
With a look inspired by vintage travel posters, Lucy has captured specific landmarks relevant to the four locations (Edinburgh, Glasgow, Sterling and Falkirk), as well as creating around 30 inside illustrations for each book, “It was a dream brief in many ways – I loved learning about all these landmarks of Scotland and really enjoyed adding the nature and wildlife elements to the images.”
Each book has a distinct colour palette which Lucy uses to great effect throughout, making them a wonderfully visually satisfying set;
“The printed books are so cute and satisfying, I’m so pleased with how they turned out!