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Illustrated Bibliography

Errol Le Cain – Master of Design and Colour in Children’s Book Illustration

New resource: A complete annotated illustrated bibliography of the work of master illustrator Errol Le Cain

By Daisy, 7 years7 April 2018 ago

Illustrated Bibliography

Gorgeous editions of classic fiction – new illustrated bibliographies feature

An introduction to my new illustrated bibliographies feature

By Daisy, 7 years2 April 2018 ago

Fairy Tales & Folklore

Folio Society’s “Cherished Tales” series of Limited Editions

The Folio Society’s limited edition leatherbound series of six cherished tales, each of which is illustrated by a contemporary artist, was released between 2008 to 2016. Includes video review.

By Daisy, 7 years28 March 2018 ago

Fairy Tales & Folklore

East of the Sun, West of the Moon: A Taschen vs Folio Society Comparison

A comparison between the loveliest editions of East of the Sun, West of the Moon with Kay Nielsen’s incomparable illustrations: Folio Society, Taschen and Calla Editions. Includes video review.

By Daisy, 7 years20 March 2018 ago

Fairy Tales & Folklore

Rockport’s Delightful Classics Reimagined Series

Rockport’s Classics Reimagined is a library of stunning collector’s editions of unabridged classic novels illustrated with a fresh new take by contemporary artists from around the world. Includes video review.

By Daisy, 7 years15 March 2018 ago

Hidden Secrets

Hidden Secrets in the Ready Player One Book

Author Ernest Cline hid some real ‘Easter Egg’ secrets in the hard copy versions of his book Ready Player One. This article and video shows you how you can find them to solve the clues yourself (go gunters!).

By Daisy, 7 years4 February 2018 ago