Lydia Monks is one of the most original picture book artists working today. Lydia illustrates several bestselling series including the What the Ladybird Heard adventures and Princess Mirror-Belle, written by Julia Donaldson. Her distinctive use of colour and collage has won her critical acclaim and several awards, including the Royal Mail Scottish Children’s Book Award, the Stockport Children’s Book Award and multiple nominations for the Kate Greenaway Medal. She is also the author and illustrator of the preschool picture book series Twit Twoo School. Lydia lives in Sheffield.
You can keep up with Lydia on Instagram @whatthelydiamonksdrew
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Click here to read a Q&A with the author from top children's publisher Egmont.
Author photo: Chris Scott
Illustrator's Website: http://lydiamonks.com/#/home
