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Jim Coplestone

Author & Illustrator

About Jim Coplestone

Jim Coplestone studied Graphic Illustration at Exeter College of Art and completed an MA in Theatre Design. His rapport with children has led him to work as a primary school teacher, arts workshop leader and home-tutor and this is apparent in his lively ink pictures. He lives in Symondsbury, Dorset.



Jim's books for Frances Lincoln are Noah's Bed, Animals Aboard, Seven for a Secret, A Walk in the Wild Woods and The No-No Bird.

Recent updates about Jim Coplestone

International Children's Book Day

Seven for a Secret... A book that will get anyone reading! By Laurence Anholt from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

18 days ago

International Children's Book Day

A classic story to celebrate International Children's Book Day, A Walk in the Wild Woods by Lis Jones from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

18 days ago

World Storytelling Day

You should read Seven for a Secret by Laurence Anholt and Jim Coplestone. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

World Storytelling Day

Loving A Walk in the Wild Woods by Lis Jones and Jim Coplestone from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

National Bed Month

Get tucked up in bed with Noah's Bed a brilliant bedtime read for you and your children. By Jim Coplestone from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

National Storytelling Week

Listening to a story and the rhythm of the words can be a great way to engage small children. Why not try A Walk in the Wild Woods by Lis Jones from Frances Lincoln Children's Books

2 months ago

National Storytelling Week

Reading stories together can be the perfect way to spend quality time with your child. Seven for a Secret from Frances Lincoln Children's Books from Laurence Anholt is a great one to read together.

2 months ago

Bed...

Noah's Bed by Jim Coplestone from Frances Lincoln Children's Books with the weekend on the horizon this is the perfect read all about bed!

2 months ago

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