Since his 2014 debut, multi award-winning author-illustrator Steve Antony has so far written and illustrated 18 picture books and sold over one million copies worldwide, and 7 of his titles have been nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal. His Mr Panda series has sold over 700,000 copies worldwide and was recently optioned for TV by Magic Light Pictures. His highly acclaimed The Queen's Hat (the first instalment of the Queen Collection) was adapted into a musical concert by the London Symphony Orchestra and won the Evening Standard's Oscars Book Prize. His Queen's Hat inspired Shaun the Sheep statue raised 15,000 for the Wallace and Gromit Children's Charity. He plays an active role in his local community as Patron to Swindon Libraries Children's Services and recently designed their library card. He is an Ambassador for The National Literacy Trust , an active supporter of Beanstalk and a vocal advocate for more incidental inclusiveness in children's literature, having written several articles on the subject. Through his art, Steve has helped raise thousands for various UK charities including My AFK, BookTrust, Willow Foundation and Wallace and Gromit Children's Charity.Steve's studied at Anglia Ruskin University after taking voluntary redundancy from a Swindon call centre. Steve was part-raised in New Mexico and now lives in Swindon UK with his husband and cat.
There are some series that leap out at me from my piles of review
copies and Steve Antony's wonderful Mr Panda books come in that
category. We are guaranteed a highly enjoyable story along with a
meaningful message relating to everyday life that children and
adults will love to share. This is perfect for bedtime, of
course!
*Parents in Touch*
A wonderfully anarchic observation of the importance of a proper
bedtime routine and the mayhem that ensues if things aren't done
just right. The perfect read to enjoy with little critters who are
less than enthusiastic about going to bed. It's completely charming
and full of fun.
*WRD books*
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