@TheNoisyPencil Hi. I am open for #bookcover or #bookillustration commissions. Two of my recent book cover designs below but more of my #illustration work can be found on my website: https://t.co/ByA75pFRI9 I would love to hear about your book project. Send me a message.

My first #littlebook is almost out into the world. #Beachcombing is a fav past-time of mine. I put together #illustrations & #mindfulness thoughts with love, about the pleasures it can provide. Go lil book, #drift with the wind. #seaglasshunting #mudlarking #seasidewalks

Cats vs Closed Doors 😠

Meanwhile in the Netherlands.. 😊

The Tales of the Landline

This was in the bathroom of the restaurant I was in earlier and I love them all. The weirdo always sits next to me 😂💀

I did it! I fulfilled a dream I’ve had ever since my daughter was born… I read her my own book at bedtime. Excuse me while I have a moment. #parent #author #picturebook #publishing

Grouped by personal significance THEN within each group by height — unless it’s a set, in which case, in order they should be read. This is an exact science…

This fantastic old photo seems to be doing the rounds again. How can anyone see a shower and not a Dalek!?! #DrWho #DoctorWho #Dalek

What is a childlike characteristic that you think should be retained into adulthood? (Art by Mitsuru Watanabe)

To celebrate our 30th birthday we have this gorgeous sprayed edge book bundle from our friends at @panmacmillan to give away. If you’d like to get your hands on these beautiful books just make sure you’re following us and retweet this tweet. Winner will be picked 20/04 UK only

My new kids’ book HOW TO STOP THE END OF THE WORLD is out tomorrow. I can’t rely on Twitter’s algorithm to spread the word, so any retweets are gratefully received. Thanks!

For this final (for now) thread on the Ahlbergs I wanted to focus on their daughter, Jessica's and how she inspired some of their most beloved books. "The Baby's Catalogue" came from her love of pictures in catalogues, even the garden tool section. #ChildrensLiterature (1/5)

If you’re writing for children or young adults & you’re ready to share your work with agents, keep me in mind. I’m looking for a fabulous new writer to work with. Open to anything a young person might love. Picture books, 5+, non-fiction, MG or YA.

I don’t care what any of you say, this is THE ONE!!! 🥰🥰🥰

When Albert Einstein met Charlie Chaplin in 1931, Einstein said, "What I admire most about your art is its universality. You do not say a word, and yet the world understands you." "It's true." Replied Chaplin, "But your fame is even greater. The world admires you, when no one

My 5-year-old told me a school friend gave him his address so he can go over for play dates. The address:

Got my sticky paws on an early copy of The Island at the Edge of Night and it is SO beautiful!!! The cover artwork is by @katiehickey195, designed by @studiohelen. It's out on 11th of April and availabubble for pre-order now from all good bookshops! Huge thanks @chickenhsebooks

🥚🦊 EASTER GIVEAWAY 🦊🥚 How about a hardback of SMALL HOURS for you, and a paperback of ISAAC AND THE EGG to share with a book-loving friend? 🤓 For a chance to win, simply: - Follow me - Share this post - Tag someone deserving of an Easter (Isaac and the) Egg 🐣 Good luck!

I think @mazevansauthor rather won that round, don't you? 🤣

Writers, don’t fall into the trap of feeling bad because of all the news of big deals coming out of London Book Fair. It’s just that these people are better looking and more talented than you.