I met children's book publishers for the first time in November 2025. Having transitioned to working mostly in theatre about 5 years ago, this felt like a bit of a ‘moment’. To prepare, I updated my portfolio.

What really happens when you keep showing up, and why I think that talent is mostly a myth.

Tried and tested materials that are great for making drawings on-the-go. Sometimes I make some new friends out sketch booking First I’m going to start with a disclaimer, ok? Ok, here goes: YOU DO NOT NEED to spend lots of money on the ‘perfect’ materials in order to have a regular sketchbook habit, or to do ‘good’ drawings. Phew. There, I said it. I promise I’m not just being contrary, and I will list some materials below. I haven’t lured you here under false pretences. It’s just that I have...