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Macmillan Publishers just launched six stunning books for their new Young Sherlock series! Illustrated by hugely talented artist Steve Stone (also well known for his Percy Jackson covers and other successful young adult fiction covers worldwide) the books are written by Andrew Lane and Art Directed by Rachel Vale
Steve was hired to produce strong, cinematic images for this prestigious series.
Steve Stone is represented by Artist Partners
In celebration of Gay Pride this month, This Day in June illustrated by Kristyna Litten is published by Magination Press part of the American Psychological Society (APA). Written by Gayle E Pitman, a professor of psychology, the book aims to enable parents to talk to their children about all aspects of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community, in a fun and inclusive way. The APA are committed to the promotion of the equitable and just treatment of all segments of society and this book is published to open doors for children to understand, respect and accept LGBT people from a young age.
Village Q posted a great review saying: "Litten's delightful illustrations capture the range of human exuberance, from shirtless leather folk to marching band members to grandstanding politicos in convertibles."
Kristyna Litten is represented by Arena
Bloomsbury have revealed the cover illustration by Jonny Duddle for the second book the famous Harry Potter series by J K Rowling, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. The cover shows the dramatic scene in the chamber itself with Harry facing the basilisk and Ginny Weasley lying on the floor beyond.
Jonny describes his process in his Q&A from Bloomsbury:
How do you as an artist approach such a large job? Where do you begin with such a wide range of possibilities?
“I’m taking one book at a time. I read the cover brief, and then I read the story, making notes and occasional sketches. I collect references, from my library of non-fiction books, search online and take my own photographs. I’ve recruited my neighbours’ son, who is suitably Potter-esque, although he annoyingly had his slightly wild hair cut for the new school term. I make numerous sketches of the main elements of the cover and then cobble them all together digitally, until I have a cover rough I feel happy to send to Bloomsbury and J.K. Rowling. I hear back very quickly with comments on my rough, which I then tweak or redraw until everyone’s happy for me to progress. Then I ‘paint’ each cover digitally.”
Jonny Duddle is represented by Arena
Sharon Pinsker's latest book cover image also graced the front cover of "The Bookseller" recently ...
This beautiful image was used as the cover for the book "Saving Grace" written by author Jane Green, designed by the Art Director James Annal and published by Macmillan Publishers.
Sharon Pinsker is represented by Artist Partners
Carrie May created this wonderful cover for Nicholas Barreau’s ‘The Secret Paris Cinema Club’ published by Quercus. Carrie’s lovely illustration and typography have resulted in a beautiful cover with a handcrafted feel.
Carrie May is represented by New Division
Sarah Perkins illustrated this beautiful cover for the new Rosie Thomas novel, 'The Illusionists' which is published this month by Harper Collins in hardback and ebook.
Sarah Perkins is represented by Eastwing
Robyn Neild was delighted to be asked to illustrate the cover of the paperback edition of 'The Holiday Home' by Fern Britton. Having already created the cover art for the hardback edition, Robyn's whimsical illustration style perfectly reflects the warm and humorous tone of Fern's writing.
Robyn Neild is represented by New Division
Our super talented Kate Forrester was asked to illustrate this gorgeous cover, ’Poetry Please’ for Faber and Faber. A master at hand crafted typography, Kate creates a beautiful flowing feel for this title, perfect for a collection of poems.
Kate Forrester is represented by The Artworks
Alejandro Colucci's powerful illustrations take centre stage on the covers of Nathan Hawke's Gallow series. Gollancz have made the bold move to publish the covers without a title or author's name, concentrating on the hero of the story in action. The Crimson Shield is Nathan’s debut book and the first of three fast-paced historical fantasies.
Alejandro Colucci is represented by Arena
