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    My life in books...

    An insight into the books I love and the books I love to give...plus a little look at some of books that continue to inspire my work today.

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    Sarah Wiseman Gallery Christmas Exhibition

    I am SO pleased to be part of 'Deck the Walls' this years much-anticipated winter exhibition at Sarah Wiseman Gallery - read on to find out more!

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    Meet Richard the Fish!

    After a long wait, I am so happy to introduce you to Richard the Goldfish in my BRAND NEW book 'My Pet Goldfish'! Released TODAY, you can hear more about this book and how I made it on my social media channels and in my newsletter!

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    Celebrating Arlo!

    'Arlo the Lion who Couldn't Sleep' has been nominated for several awards recently which makes me so happy - he is one of my favourite characters so I am delighted that so many children are enjoying him and his story! To celebrate, I wanted to show you a little video that I made recently of me drawing Arlo from start to finish - including some fun painting! 

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    Christmas Cards are BACK!!

    For any early birds out there, my full Christmas card range is now on sale...I hope you can find the perfect festive animal character to send good wishes to your loved ones this year!

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    Augustus is on Tour!

    I am so excited to learn that 'Smile', the amazing theatre show inspired by my book 'Augustus and his Smile,' has been back on the road now that theatres have opened up. So lovely to revisit this fantastic interpretation of Augustus' story by MishMash productions.

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    Go Away Bird and the Power of Play

    I’m so excited to be supporting @GreatOrmondSt’s #PowerOfPlay!

    Children have had such a difficult time since the start of the pandemic, but play can help them through all of life’s challenges.

    I’ve worked with GOSH Charity and the hospital’s Play team to create a brand new activity....read on to find out more!

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    Q&A - Illustrating a text by another author

    Here I answer questions from the team in Edinburgh Printmakers about the process of illustrating a book that someone else has written! It is quite different from when I illustrate my own books...read on to find out how it all works!

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    Top tips for bringing out your kids' creativity!

    There's no need for kids to be bored over the summer! I've put together my top tips for encouraging your children to pick up a pencil and paper - you might even feel inspired yourself to get stuck in! Read on to find out more...

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    Partnership with Simpsons Special Care Babies

    I recently partnered with Simsons Special Care Babies - the charity that supports parents with babies in the Special Care Baby unit at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. Following their request for illustrations, I was absolutely delighted to help - read on to learn more about this brilliant organisation and how we worked together.

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    The Big Hare Trail in aid of Leuchie House- North Berwick

    From 10th July 2021

    In very exciting news, I have been lucky enough to be one of the ten artists chose to decorate a hare for The Big Hare Trail in North Berwick!

    The trail is in support of Leuchie House - a wonderful charity that supports those living with neurological conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's and motor neurone disease. 

    Read on to find out more about when and where you can spot my big hare design!

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    New Card Designs for 2021

    Brand new greetings cards have just launched and provide a fresh new look to the range of cards now on offer. I'm sure you will find a creature to suit any friend or loved one! Read on to learn more...

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