Emerging majestically from the deepest depths, the third gripping installment of Alex T Smith’s Mr. Penguin series (insert dramatic pause) Mr. Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise published by Hachette Children’s Books
Filed under: Alex T Smith, New WorkIt is said that stories are told eye to eye, heart to heart and mind to mind and this Scottish proverb is at the very heart of the work of our newest Arena Illustrator, presenting Marie-Alice Harel’s exquisite illustrations, masterful storytelling and stunning new online portfolio.
Filed under: Maria Alice Harel, Marie Alice Harel, New Work, NewsChristmas has come early and it’s not like any Christmas you have known before…. Nestling in your stocking this year like the gift you’ve always wished for, a copy of The Great Reindeer Disaster written by Kate Saunders and illustrated by our very own Neal Layton, published by Faber Children’s Books. So buckle up and get ready for some slightly uncouth seasonal Yuletide mayhem
Filed under: Arena, Book Covers, Children's Books, Neal Layton, New WorkAs the evenings draw in it’s almost time for the most ghoulishly glorious night of the year, yes Halloween is almost upon us, and this year it’s looking more SPOOKtacular than ever as Waitrose and Partners launch a brand new range of FANGtastic Halloween merchandise designed by Arena illustrator Graham Carter.
Filed under: Concept Art and Character Design, Design, Graham Carter, New WorkMatt Millz is back in his third epic adventure and he’s heading out on tour. Edinburgh bound with his school chums will his brand new show be a success or will a new kid on the block hog the limelight? A hilarious romp written by comedian Harry Hill and illustrated by Steve May
Filed under: Book Covers, Children's Books, New Work, Steve MayWe are thrilled to present a brand new poetry collection by one of our favourite poets, Up in the Attic by Pam Ayres is beautifully illustrated by Arena Illustrator Susan Hellard
Filed under: Just Published, New Work, Susan HellardWe are thrilled to present Joe Lillington’s brand new updated online portfolio, now featuring his most recent work including some exquisite illustrations from his new book about the Silk Road
Filed under: Joe Lillington, New WorkWe are all big book worms at Arena HQ and what could be better than a book about a book? Written by New York Times best-selling author Sally Lloyd-Jones and illustrated by our very own Neal Layton ‘Look! I Wrote a Book'(and you can too!) is a handy and hilarious step-by-step guide to writing your own best-seller.
Filed under: Children's Books, Neal Layton, New Work, The Illustration ProcessJohn Howe’s beautiful new Illustrations for George R.R. Martin’s Song of Ice and Fire 2020 Calendar will be revealed at the World Science Fiction Convention held in Dublin in August.
Filed under: Concept Art and Character Design, Exhibitions, John Howe, New WorkBlast off in to space on the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with the 20th Summer Reading Challenge, branded with intergalactic illustrations by Adam Stower and complete with smelly stickers, little readers will not fail to be inspired to visit their local library to get on board.
Filed under: Adam Stower, Children's Books, New WorkSteve has a delicious talent for spontaneous pen and ink illustrations perfectly capturing hilarious moments in the lives of the characters he illustrates. From frustration, to elation, to absolute hysteria Steve’s illustration brim with life and laughter.
Filed under: Children's Books, New Work, Steve MayThe Curse of the Mummys Gold is the second instalment in the raucous, rip-roaring laugh-a-minute fiction series by Adam Stower (published by David Fickling Books)
Filed under: Adam Stower, Arena, Children's Books, New WorkIf the bank holiday weekend seems like a distant memory and you fancy a pick-me-up, look no further! We have updated Frances Castles online portfolio to brighten your day.
Filed under: Children's Books, Frances Castle, New WorkThere’s a familiar theme to Graham Carters recent work and the theme is feathered. April saw the publication of Rebirding by Benedict MacDonald featuring a breathtaking illustration by Graham on the cover and October sees the publication of his first picture Book Otto Blotter Bird Spotter with Andersen Press
Filed under: Arena, Book Covers, Children's Books, Graham Carter, New WorkThe squad is expanding and the cup is in sight as we celebrate the imminent publication of Football School Star Players written by Alex Bellos and Ben Lyttleton and illustrated by footie fanatic Spike Gerrell
Filed under: Arena, Children's Books, New Work, Spike GerrellAre you ready to take a trip to Stagdale? Prepare to enter a world of mystery and intrigue set in the stunning British countryside with this atmospheric and visually arresting graphic novel by Frances Castle
Filed under: Arena, Frances Castle, New WorkThis Easter holiday hundreds of families will visit the Discover Children’s Story Centre in Stratford. At the heart of the centre, there is a purpose-built Story World and Garden which are creative play spaces designed to inspire the curiosity and imagination of children. We are thrilled to announce that the Story World space has been revamped, inspired by the work of Arena illustrator Aleksei Bitskoff.
Filed under: Aleksei Bitskoff, Arena, Events, Exhibitions, New WorkThere’s no ducking out, it’s time to be a hero, so dust off your cape and put your super pants on because Adventure Duck has landed and he’s up against his nemesis and evil super villain Power Pug in …(shouted in block buster movie voice over tones…)
ADVENTURE DUCK…Vs POWER PUG ….Written by legendary Steve Cole and illustrated by the bonkers brain that is Aleksei Bitskoff.