Giraffes Can't Dance
Written by Giles Andreae
Orchard Books
ISBN 1-84121-681-x
This was the first book in which I found a way of illustrating that I was really happy with. It's such a wonderfully life-affirming story, I'm very pleased it's gone on to be such a bestseller with over 7 million copies sold. Can you spot the cricket, and the red, yellow and blue beetles on every page?
Sheffield book Award - Commended
Blue Peter Book Award - Shortlisted
Richard and Judy- Shortlisted
“GuyParker-Rees is one of the most exciting young artists in the children’s book world…this picture book is a brilliant achievement.”
The Rough Guide to Children’s Books.
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Every Little Hippo Can
Written by Giles Andreae
Orchard Books
ISBN 978-1-40836-713-1
"It's not that you can't do it…you just can't do it yet." Little Horace really wants to help Granny Hippo but he's too small and he just can't do it! This is a lovely, empowering story about the unexpected joys that life throws up along the way - even when it all feels like a hopeless struggle. For all fans of a growth mindset philosophy..
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Brave Dave
Written by Giles Andreae
Orchard Books
ISBN 978-1-40836-341-6
A celebration of individuality, self-acceptance and having the courage to standout – the perfect book for encouraging all little ones to take pride in being themselves and showing them that they don’t have to be like anyone else, not even their older brothers or sisters!
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Spookyrumpus
Written by Tony Mitton
Orchard Books
ISBN 1-84362-422-2
I really enjoy painting slightly scary things in a funny way. It's a counting book that builds up to a huge pumpkin-pie-eating party of spooks, ghosts, skeletons and many other (not too) scary characters!
Sheffield Book Award- Winner
Dundee Book Award-Winner
Portsmouth Book Award-Winner
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Elephant Me
Written by Giles Andreae
Orchard Books
ISBN 978-1-40835-652-4
I’ve always been obsessed with elephants so it was a special joy to illustrate this beautiful, life affirming story by the author of ‘Giraffes Can’t Dance’. It’s all about finding the freedom to be yourself.
Portsmouth Book Award 2021 - Winner
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Dylan the Teacher
Alison Green Books
ISBN 978 1 40833 837 7
This is the third Dylan adventure. Dylan really wants to be a Teacher but is there ANYTHING he can teach his friends? As usual there is lots of interactive fun. This one is for all those hard working teachers out there!
Soon to be a major 'Warner Bros' animation series.
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Dylan The Doctor
Alison Green Books
ISBN 9781 407166 26 1
Are you ready to join in the first Dylan adventure? Doctor Dylan rushes around helping his friends, Purple Puss, Jolly Otter and Titchy Chick but when he gets tired who will look after him? Find out in ‘Dylan the Doctor’. There are lots of chances to join in the fun. It’s the first in a new series about a very playful stripy dog and his friends.
Soon to be a major 'Warner Bros' animation series.
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Dylan The Shopkeeper
Written by Todd Tarpley
ISBN 978 1 407166 27 8
This is the second Dylan adventure. Dylan loves playing at shops but will anyone buy an odd sock, a bit of red string or a very old sticky toffee maybe? Will his till EVER go ‘ding’? Dotty Bug is there on every page to make sure you join in the fun.
Soon to be a major 'Warner Bros' animation series.
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Jemima the Pig and the 127 Acorns
Written by Michael Morpurgo
Harper Collins
ISBN 978-1-0-00-852291-9
This moving story is the first of ten animal stories I'm illustrating for Michael Morpurgo. They are all about, and in support of, Farms For City Children, the charity he set up to offer children from inner city areas an experience of being in the countryside and getting muddy on one of their farms. I'm delighted to say that 'Jemima' has been selected as a 25th anniversary World Book Day title 2022.
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Three Grumpy Trucks
Alison Green Books
Written by Todd Tarpley
ISBN 978 0 316 34122 6
These trucks do NOT want to leave the playground! What is their young owner to do? I loved illustrating all the different moods in this very funny story. Would you assume the main character is a boy?
‘The bright multimedia illustrations contain just enough of a sketchbook looseness to feel composed on the spot, while the rhyming text has the authentic ring of both a real-life tantrum and pretend construction: WHOMMMMPPPP!’
Publishers Weekly
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Fabulous Pie
Written by Gareth Edwards
Alison Green Books
ISBN 978-1-407131-40-5
Look who’s been baking! Beware VERY bad bears bearing pastry! This is the second book I’ve illustrated with the brilliant Gareth Edwards in my more colourful line style. There’s always a way of breaking out of even the trickiest, crustiest situation!
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Never Ask a Dinosaur to Dinner
Written by Gareth Edwards
Alison Green Books
ISBN 978-1-407136-93-6
I am very excited about this book. It's the first in my new, funkier, looser line style. Gareth Edwards has written a brilliantly funny take on the bedtime routine, full of good advice (like 'NEVER share your toothbrush with a shark!')
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Tom and Millie's Whizzy Busy People
Written by Guy Parker-Rees
Orchard Books
ISBN 978-1-40831551-4
This is the second adventure for Tom and Millie. Look for even more of their friends as they drop in on family members in search of the Best Job Ever. I bet everyone will agree with their choice in the end!
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Tom and Millie's Great Big Treasure Hunt
Written by Guy Parker Rees
Orchard Books
ISBN 978 1-40831176-9
This is the sort of book I loved as a child- lots and lots of things to look for and to talk about and lots of funny little interactions going on. Look out for more Tom and Millie books!
'Incredibly detailed exuberantly coloured artwork...an instant hit'
Junior Magazine, best picture books of 2013.
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Diggory Digger and the Dinosaurs
Written by Peter Bently
Egmont
ISBN 9 781405261180
What happens when diggers meet dinosaurs? BIG trouble! But Diggory Digger always finds a way out. This is a very funny and VERY exciting rhyming adventure by the hugely talented Peter Bently.
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The Jungle Run
Written by Tony Mitton
Orchard Books
ISBN-10: 1408311755
There's lots of action and drama in this very funny story. I wanted to create a dense, misty, jungly atmosphere with splashes of vibrant colour. How will little cub get on when everyone tells her she's too small to race?
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Ants in Your Pants
Written by Julia Jarman Orchard Books
ISBN 978 1 40830524 9
Ants in Your Pants is my first picture book with the wonderfully funny Julia Jarman. It’s all about letting everyone join in the Party fun. I loved drawing all the naughty ants. Look who’s surfing those flying pants!
“Guy Parker-Rees’s exuberant illustrations create a wildly funny setting for this rhyming adventure…”
Sally Morris, Daily Mail
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Jolly Olly Octopus
Written by Tony Mitton
Orchard Books
ISBN 9781846166860
Have you ever noticed how infectious laughter can be? Jolly Olly Octopus sets the whole ocean bubbling and fizzing with hilarity. I have always wanted to do an under the sea book- it’s like another magical world. Oh, and there’s lots to count here as well, especially in the spectacular ending!
“...wonderfully bright, lively and funny illustrations.”
Booktrust
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Farmer Joe and the Music Show
Written by Tony Mitton
Orchard Books
ISBN ????
Tony excels himself again, it's impossible to read this rhyming story without tapping your feet. A golden opportunity for me to get on down and paint some of the craziest country dancing you ever did see. YEEEHAAA!
“…vibrant colourful illustrations that really seem to light up every page.”
Bookbag
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All Afloat on Noah's Boat
Written by Tony Mitton
Orchard Books
ISBN 1-84616-206-8
This brilliant story was a chance to paint lots and lots of animals getting up to all sorts of hi-jinks. They're bored and grumpy, it's been a long journey so Noah has the bright idea of putting on an animal cabaret show. But is anyone going to be left out?
'"Children will be captivated by the bold and bright illustrations"
School Librarian.
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The Chimpanzees of Happytown
Written by Giles Andreae
Orchard Books
ISBN 1-84362-878-3
Another beautifully life -affirming tale by Giles. It was great fun to create the world the chimps live in - I thought chimpanzees would like a playground made of fruit! Chutney for President!
'"A wonderful book from the king of poetry. A story about happiness and freedom, this is a book to cheer the soul. Teamed with Parker-Rees trade-mark humour."
Angels and Urchins.
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Perky Little Penguins (Playful Little Penguins in the US)
Written by Tony Mitten
Orchard Books
ISBN 978-1-84616-338-8
More delicious use of language from the genius Tony Mitten. This little gang of penguins get up to all sorts of snowy fun and adventure - then home to the biggest cuddle EVER.
“The illustrations by Guy Parker-Rees can’t help but bring a smile.”
Lovereading4kids
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Bumpus Jumpus Dinosaurumpus
Written by Tony Mitton
Orchard Books
ISBN 1-84121-260-1
I love painting dinosaurs - no one knows what colour they were, so you can make them any colour you want! This is a fantastic bomping rollicking romp from Tony. The dinosaurs have a good old rave-up by the sludgy old swamp. I am particularly fond of the little Deinonychuse who is getting left behind!
“Click your fingers and tap your feet, you're in for a right royal treat here”
School Librarian
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Down By the Cool of the Pool
Written by Tony Mitton
Orchard Books
ISBN 1-84121-302-0
This is the first of many books I've done with Tony. It's a great fun farmyard frolic. I really enjoyed making the frog go crazy with excitement!
Experian Big 3 Book Award -shortlisted
“A combination of vibrant colours- even the shadows glow….”
School Librarian
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K is for Kissing a Cool Kangaroo
Written by Giles Andreae
Orchard Books
1-84362-161-4
This was such a fantastic book to illustrate. You can really jumble things up with an alphabet book. It's a joyful celebration of the huge variety that surrounds us in this wonderful world we live in.
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Along Came a Bedtime
Written by Ian Whybrow
Orchard Books
ISBN 978-1-84616-243-5
This is a lovely, gentle, friendly story in which baby bear makes sure no-one is left out of the pre-bedtime fun. It all leads to a very cosy finale. I was trying out a softer pencil line in the illustrations to suit the slightly younger feel of the story.
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Ducky Dives In
Written by Richard Waring
Orchard Books
ISBN 1-84362-193-2
This is a great story about Mucky Ducky. He loves to play in the mud. His Mum isn't so keen. Will she get there in time to stop him from jumping into the muddiest puddle in the whole farm? I had a lot of fun with splashy. Muddy effects.
Sheffield Book Award - Highly Commended
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Come to Tea on Planet Zum-Zee
Written by Tony Mitten
Orchard Books
ISBN 1-84362-692-6
It's great fun painting aliens and their space ships and even more fun painting all the wonderfully weird food they eat. This story is out of this world.
"An invitation youngsters should find hard to resist"
The Bookseller
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Quiet!
Written by Paul Bright
Little Tiger Press
ISBN 1-85430-899-8
More jungle fun, as Pa lion threatens to gobble up anyone who wakes little baby Leo. There's a very funny ending!
Blue Peter Book Award-Shortlisted
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The Hippo-not-amus
Written by Tony and Jan Payne
Gullane
ISBN 1-86233-447-1
Here is a very funny story about young Portly. He is fed up with being a boring Hippo and really wants to be another animal altogether! My favourite picture is of him sliding into the sparkling river.
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Big Bad Bunny
Written by Alan Durant
Orchard Books
ISBN 1-84121-743-3
I thought it would be funny to set this story in the wild west and put in lots of cowboy detail. Big Bad Bunny starts off as a pretty darn mean Baddie but does he learn his lesson?
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