The Big Green is a contemporary African story. I often encourage creators to infuse their experiences into their stories, and this was my chance follow my own advice. But Finding the balance between what I know as an African and what I know as a book maker was not straightforward.
Category: Books
Better Representation
There is change happening in the way people are portrayed in children’s books as publishers realise better representation is good for business. Books are products, after all, and fortunately businesses are realising that representation in children’s books makes good business sense. The inclusive representation of all voices will hopefully continue becoming ‘normal’, but no one…… Continue reading Better Representation
Where ideas come from
This short post discusses the inspiration behind my recent children’s books, the 17 Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs) and the importance of transforming complex concepts into engaging stories for children. I highlight how global issues like climate change and understanding the world can drive creativity.
More Than Half the World Voted in 2024
More than half the world voted in 2024. That is approximately 4.2 billion citizens in 65 countries. Eight of the world’s 10 most populous nations (Bangladesh, Brazil, India, United States, Indonesia, Pakistan, Russia, Mexico) voted. While elections are no guarantee of democracy, it is true that democracy does not exist without elections. There is a saying…… Continue reading More Than Half the World Voted in 2024
Amazing Aqua Boy!
30 years ago, my first books were published. It’s a milestone I never thought about till now. I didn’t imagine how long I would be creating books. I only ever thought about making the next one better than the last. That’s not to say I don’t dream of writing and illustrating forever! I’m a dreamer,…… Continue reading Amazing Aqua Boy!
Live Events Online
The pandemic lockdowns made us rethink how we work, play, and learn. Authors and illustrators had to adjust, just like the schools and libraries which relied on them visiting in person. In the end, we learned what we like or don’t like about being more in charge of our work days. This change to hybrid…… Continue reading Live Events Online
The Illustrationist 