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Lydia Monks

Author & Illustrator

About Lydia Monks

Lydia Monks is one of the most original picture book artists working today. Her distinctive use of colour and collage has won her critical acclaim and several awards, including the Smarties Prize. Her collaborations with Julia Donaldson include THE SINGING MERMAID, the Princess Mirror-belle books, SUGARLUMP AND THE UNICORN, and the phenomenally successful WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD. Lydia lives in Sheffield.

Lydia Monks books

Recent updates about Lydia Monks

National Horse Day (US)

You should read Sugarlump and the Unicorn by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. Published by Macmillan Children's Books.

7 days ago

National Horse Day (US)

A remarkable book that your children will love. What the Ladybird Heard Next by Julia Donaldson.

7 days ago

National Horse Day (US)

You should read What the Ladybird Heard Next by Julia Donaldson. Published by Macmillan Children's Books.

7 days ago

National Horse Day (US)

Why not try Sugarlump and the Unicorn Book and Toy Gift Set by Julia Donaldson. Published by Macmillan Children's Books.

7 days ago

International Mountain Day

You'll love The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. Published by Macmillan Children's Books.

9 days ago

National Cookie Day (US)

Discover The What the Ladybird Heard Cookbook by Julia Donaldson. Published by Macmillan Children's Books.

16 days ago

Christmas Countdown

Christmas with Princess Mirror-Belle by Julia Donaldson from Macmillan Children's Books is a great way to start the Christmas Countdown!

19 days ago

Christmas Countdown

Sugarlump and the Unicorn Book and Toy Gift Set by Julia Donaldson from Macmillan Children's Books is a great way to start the Christmas Countdown!

19 days ago

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