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Arena Illustration is thrilled to announce the release of a breathtaking collector’s edition of Robert Holdstock’s acclaimed fantasy novel Mythago Wood, now fully illustrated for the first time by the legendary John Howe.
Renowned for his evocative and expressive illustrations, Richard’s work has captivated audiences across publishing, advertising, as well as bringing best-selling books to life.
Fantasy fans have a new adventure to dive into with the release of The Tainted Khan, the latest novel by bestselling author Taran Matharu featuring this stunning illustration by Tomislav.
This second instalment in The Soulbound Saga series follows the Sunday Times bestselling, Dragon Rider which introduced a dazzlingly rich world of dragons, rebellion, and ancient magic. Known for his intricate line work and richly detailed fantasy art and with credits including The Folio Society, Magic Cat Publishing, and Bloomsbury Children’s Books, Tomislav Tomic’s signature style brings Matharu’s world to vivid life.
The Tainted Khan is published by Harper Voyager.
Tomislav Tomic is represented by Arena Illustration.
We’re beyond excited to introduce the incredibly talented Billy Partridge as the newest illustrator to join Arena Illustration! Billy’s work is bursting with energy, creativity, and stunning storytelling—making him a perfect addition to the team.
Magical News! We are absolutely thrilled to announce that our incredibly talented artist, Levi Pinfold, will be illustrating the final two books in the Harry Potter Illustrated Editions series for Bloomsbury!
Levi Pinfold, a multi-award-winning illustrator known for his atmospheric and intricate storytelling, will continue the breathtaking visual legacy established by Jim Kay. Fans of the Wizarding World may already be familiar with his stunning work on the Harry Potter Hogwarts House Editions and The Harry Potter Wizarding Almanac.
The magic begins with Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, set to publish in October 2026. As an exciting first glimpse, we’re delighted to share a sneak peek of Levi’s spellbinding interpretation of Harry gazing into Dumbledore’s Pensieve, capturing the depth and mystery of the story to come.
We couldn’t be prouder of Levi and can’t wait for fans to experience his extraordinary vision of Hogwarts and beyond! Stay tuned for more magical updates! ✨
Levi Pinfold is represented by Arena Illustration.
Dotty has created a cast of visually iconic characters from evil aunts to rebellious protagonists in a brand-new middle-grade adventure series published by Chicken House.
We celebrate the return of Adam’s delightful duo in MURRAY THE PIRATE! the third book in this much-loved series, published this month by Harper Collins.
Drawing on her skill in character design and world building, Dotty has relished illustrating the first book in this new fiction space adventure series written by James Davis.
Our fiction legend Aleksei, collaborates with Jenny Pearson in their third book which tells the tale of two friends who embark on the adventure of a lifetime to find Bigfoot.
It’s time to switch the fairy lights on and draw the curtains on 2024. It’s been quite a year, and we have loved sharing it with you. We would like to thank all of our incredible artists and clients and wish you all much happiness in 2025!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Many thanks to Alex T. Smith for his Christmas Card "HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A MYSTERIOUS NEW YEAR!"
Alex T. Smith is represented by Arena Illustration.