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NILA AYE – HACHETTE

NILA AYE – HACHETTE (illustrator, Meiklejohn, publishing)

 

Written by the legendary poet Benjamin Zephaniah, this joyful book has been brought to life by Nila Aye’s enchanting illustrations. From playful characters to whimsical scenes, Nila's illustrations capture the heart of Zephaniah's words in the most magical way.

NILA AYE – HACHETTE (illustrator, Meiklejohn, publishing)

 

NILA AYE – HACHETTE (illustrator, Meiklejohn, publishing)

 

NILA AYE – HACHETTE (illustrator, Meiklejohn, publishing)

 

NILA AYE – HACHETTE (illustrator, Meiklejohn, publishing)

 

NILA AYE – HACHETTE (illustrator, Meiklejohn, publishing)

 

Nila Aye is represented by Meiklejohn

JAMES COTTELL/BUSTER BOOKS

JAMES COTTELL/BUSTER BOOKS (illustrator, publishing)

 

James created this fantastic artwork for Where's the Pirate' the third book in this series.

 

JAMES COTTELL/BUSTER BOOKS (illustrator, publishing)

 

JAMES COTTELL/BUSTER BOOKS (illustrator, publishing) "All aboard this pirate search-and-find book, packed full of fun pirate facts and friendly, colourful scenes showing treasure maps, gemstones, parrots, beaches, palm trees and much more. ..."

 

JAMES COTTELL/BUSTER BOOKS (illustrator, publishing)

James has also illustrated , 'Where's the Dinosaur' and 'Where's the Digger'

 

JAMES COTTELL/BUSTER BOOKS (illustrator, publishing)

 

James Cottell is represented by NB Illustration

Henry Boon

Henry Boon (Artist Partners Ltd, illustrator)

One of Artist Partners newer recruits Henry Boon has been experimenting with subjects and styles - we are delighted at what he has produced quite recently looking at historic subjects in a modern and energised way - perfect for  the Educational Market and non fiction genre.

Henry Boon (Artist Partners Ltd, illustrator) Henry Boon (Artist Partners Ltd, illustrator)

These images shown are inspired by vintage card games and characters.

 

For more of his wonderful work please go to the Artist Partners website: Henry Boon - Artist Partners

GAIA ALESSI COVER ILLUSTRATION FOR WIDE EYE

 

GAIA ALESSI COVER ILLUSTRATION FOR WIDE EYE (Arena Illustration, illustrator, publishing)

 

Published by Pushkin Press this month, Gaia's cover and accompanying map bring Jennifer Liss's mystery-adventure to life, drawing readers into the world of ten-year-old Meridian as she hunts for a legendary lake monster while uncovering long-buried family secrets.

 

GAIA ALESSI COVER ILLUSTRATION FOR WIDE EYE (Arena Illustration, illustrator, publishing)

 

Gaia's bold wrap-around cover immerses readers in a sweeping landscape of rolling hills, mountains and a glimmering lake, with Meridian herself keeping watch for the ever-elusive Wide Eye. Alongside the cover, Gaia created an intricate map of Wide Eye Lake. The work was the result of a close collaboration between Gaia, the publisher and the author, with Jennifer Liss supplying photo reference and thoughtful feedback to ensure the world felt both authentic and richly imagined. The finished cover reads as a genuine extension of the story itself - atmospheric, inviting and full of quiet mystery.

Gaia Alessi is represented by Arena Illustration.

Svetlana Moldochenko – FairyLoot

Svetlana Moldochenko – FairyLoot (Illustration Ltd, publishing)

Svetlana Molodchenko crafts a spring-to-summer visual narrative across cover and edges for FairyLoot.

Svetlana was commissioned by FairyLoot to produce a dust jacket and digital edge illustrations for The Swan’s Daughter, bringing a sense of quiet enchantment to the exclusive edition.

Svetlana Moldochenko – FairyLoot (Illustration Ltd, publishing)

Her approach centres on the fragile shift from spring to summer, where soft florals and light-drenched tones echo the novel’s themes of power, survival, and love. Subtle references to the text are woven throughout, giving the artwork a layered, almost heirloom quality.

Svetlana Moldochenko – FairyLoot (Illustration Ltd, publishing)

Extending the imagery across the book’s edges, Svetlana turns the object itself into a continuous scene, inviting the reader to step into a suspended fairytale moment.

Svetlana Molodchenko is represented by IllustrationX

HARRY MILBURN – PAN MACMILLAN

HARRY MILBURN – PAN MACMILLAN (illustrator, Meiklejohn, publishing)

 

 

Harry was thrilled to be asked to create four new covers for the reissued classics written by Gerald Durrell; The Drunken Forest, The Picnic and Suchlike Pandemonium, Marrying Off Mother & Rosy Is My Relative. The illustrations showcase Harry’s ability to blend contemporary style with a sense of nostalgia, along with his sharp eye for humour and design.

 

 

 

HARRY MILBURN – PAN MACMILLAN (illustrator, Meiklejohn, publishing)

 

HARRY MILBURN – PAN MACMILLAN (illustrator, Meiklejohn, publishing)

 

Harry Milburn is represented by Meiklejohn

LEVI PINFOLD ILLUSTRATES HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE

LEVI PINFOLD ILLUSTRATES HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE (Arena Illustration, illustrator, publishing)

 

One of illustration's most extraordinary talents has stepped into the wizarding world again, and the results are nothing short of spellbinding. Levi brings his singular vision to the sixth fully illustrated edition of J.K. Rowling's beloved series, and the first glimpses are breathtaking.

 

LEVI PINFOLD ILLUSTRATES HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE (Arena Illustration, illustrator, publishing)

 

This month we are thrilled to share a first look at Levi's illustrations for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, published by Bloomsbury. Taking up the baton from Jim Kay, Levi has made the world entirely his own - from the silver instruments of Dumbledore's office to the snow-dusted paths of Hogsmeade and the heady atmosphere of Professor Slughorn's Potions class. J.K. Rowling herself has described his work as spellbinding, and it's hard to disagree. The full edition publishes on 6th October 2026, and pre-orders are open now via Bloomsbury with 30% off and an exclusive tote bag featuring the cover.

Levi Pinfold is represented by Arena Illustration.

RICHARD JOHNSON’S STARRY SEEK-AND-FIND FOR THE OBSERVER

RICHARD JOHNSON’S STARRY SEEK-AND-FIND FOR THE OBSERVER (illustrator, publishing)

 

Award-winning illustrator Richard Johnson turns the night sky into a world you can lose yourself in - and his latest commission for The Observer is a breathtaking double-page spread that hides a universe of surprises.

This month we celebrate Richard's stunning editorial work for The Observer, created in anticipation of a rare planetary alignment and in celebration of the South Downs Dark Skies Festival. The brief called for a seek-and-find puzzle tucked inside a visually spectacular spread and Richard delivered something far beyond a simple game. Readers were invited to search a luminous, star-strewn landscape for hidden treasures including a badger, a space rocket flask, a telescope and… a scotch egg! His trademark dreamlike style and luminescent colour palette transformed the commission into something genuinely transporting.

Richard Johnson's editorial illustration work spans decades of commissions for major publications, and his ability to bring warmth, wit and wonder to even the most specific of briefs is second to none. Whether crafting immersive editorial spreads or intricate visual puzzles, his work invites audiences to look closer and always rewards them for doing so.

Richard Johnson is represented by Arena Illustration.

Victoria Fomina – Cico Books

Victoria Fomina – Cico Books (Illustration Ltd, illustrator)
Bringing medieval mysticism to contemporary hands, Victoria Fomina illustrates tarot for CICO Books.

Victoria’s commission for The Green Witchery Tarot combines 78 tarot cards with a 64-page illustrated guidebook, rooted in medieval symbolism and age-old witchcraft insights.

Victoria Fomina – Cico Books (Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

She drew each image by hand - acrylic, ink, pen, and coloured paper, paring detail to distill archetypes like the Lovers, Death, Hermit, and Magician into striking, mysterious forms.

The deck and book are designed to complement contemporary green witchery practices, connecting natural magic with visual clarity.

Victoria Fomina – Cico Books (Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

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