How to Make a Picture Book

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How to Make a Picture Book by Elys Dolan is a delightful guide for aspiring young authors and illustrators. Filled with humorous and playful insights, the book breaks down the process of creating a picture book, from brainstorming ideas to drawing characters and developing a storyline. It combines educational tips with engaging illustrations, making the book both informative and entertaining for children.
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You might enjoy this delightful book if you have a passion for storytelling and creativity. It's perfect for children and adults alike who cherish the whimsical world of picture books and want to learn about the process of crafting their own imaginative stories and illustrations. With humour and engaging illustrations, it will guide you on a quirky journey through the adventures of creating a picture book.

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How to Make a Picture Book

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Make your own picture book with this hilarious, activity-filled guide from award-winning author Elys Dolan.

Ever wanted to make your own picture book? Award-winning author Elys Dolan shows you how—with the help of her very enthusiastic assistant, Bert. From finding a brilliant idea to using colour and space to tell your story, this entertaining guide is packed with activities, tips, and jokes.

Find inspiration, grab your pens and pencils, and get making!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529515190

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Elys Dolan

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 248.0mm

Height: 258.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 48

About the Author

Elys Dolan makes picture-books about everything from seagull detectives to capitalist bunny rabbits, weasels plotting world domination and marauding doughnuts. She was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize for Weasels and the Branford Boase for Knighthood for Beginners, and won the inaugural STEAM Children's Book Prize for How the Borks Became and the prestigious Lollies Prize for My Bunny's Chocolate Factory. She is also a lecturer on the MA in Children’s Book Illustration at the Cambridge School of Art.

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