LoveReading4Kids Says
LoveReading4Kids Says
Elys Dolan creates wonderfully funny, inventive picture books and she passes on all the tricks of the author’s trade in this fabulous how-to manual.
Representing herself as a worm (quicker to draw than a person) and ably assisted by a blue bug called Bert, Elys takes readers through the creative processes involved in making a picture book. She shares her ‘gallery of muses’ and shows how your own list of favourite things can prompt story ideas.
Equally brilliantly, she demonstrates how to invent characters, and build them up so they feel real. She shows readers how to bring the elements together to tell a story and even outlines ways to manage pace and make the best use of colour. If there’s a better book on how to make a picture book, I haven’t come across it and this is inspired! A perfect gift for children who want to write and make their own books.
Andrea Reece
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How to Make a Picture Book Synopsis
Make your own picture book with this hilarious, activity-filled guide from award-winning author Elys Dolan.
Ever wanted to make your own picture book? Award-winning author Elys Dolan shows you how - with the help of her very enthusiastic assistant, Bert.
From finding a brilliant idea to using colour and space to tell your story, this entertaining guide is packed with activities, tips and jokes. Find inspiration, grab your pens and pencils, and get making!
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9781529515190 |
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2nd November 2023 |
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Elys Dolan |
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Elys Dolan |
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Walker Books Ltd |
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Paperback |
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48 pages |
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'Packed with jokes and activities, this would make a delightful Christmas present for any creative child.' - Charlotte Eyre, Bookseller
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About Elys Dolan
Elys Dolan is an author and illustrator living in Cambridge. She grew up in a part of Sussex that consists almost entirely of trees and cows and she was named after a department store in Wimbledon. She's never let either of these things hold her back and Elys recently graduated with distinction from the MA in Children's Book Illustration at the Cambridge School of Art. Elys has been awarded second place in the Macmillan Prize and was also shortlisted for the Waterstone's ‘Picture This’ prize.
She works predominantly with paint markers, watercolours, and a splash of digital witchcraft. Elys has a PhD in funny picture books and when she’s feeling fussy insists that people refer to her as “Dr Dolan”. When not doing pictures and making things up Elys enjoys growing cacti, keeping bees and plotting how rabbits can win elections.
The Bookseller's Fiona Noble picked Elys as 'One to Watch' in 2015. When not doing pictures and making things up, Elys enjoys growing cacti, collecting pocket watches and eating excessive amounts of fondant fancies.
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