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M. P. Robertson

Author & Illustrator

About M. P. Robertson

M. P. Robertson was born in Parsons Green, London. He studied Graphic Design at Hounslow Borough College, where he discovered a love for illustrated books. After leaving Hounslow he spent a year drawing in museums, cathedrals and on the underground before specialising in illustration at Kingston Polytechnic. Among the influences on his style are Mervyn Peake, Heath Robinson and Odile Redon. He believes that more than merely decorating a book, illustration should be integral to the narrative. Among is books for Frances Lincoln are The Egg, The Great Dragon Rescue and The Dragon Snatcher; Hieronymus Betts and his Unusual Pets, Big Brave Brian, The Sandcastle and Food Chain. He lives in Bradford on Avon with his partner and two sons.

Recent updates about M. P. Robertson

European Day of Languages

Why not try Hieronymus Betts and His Unusual Pets (Dual Language French/English) by M. P. Robertson. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

12 days ago

European Day of Languages

Hieronymus Betts and His Unusual Pets (Dual Language Polish/English) is a wonderful book for your children. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

12 days ago

European Day of Languages

Could there be a better time to read Big Brave Brian (Dual Language French/English) by M. P. Robertson. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

12 days ago

World Maritime Day

Loving Ice Trap! by Meredith Hooper from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

12 days ago

International Read Comics in Public Day

Why not read Frank'n'Stan by M. P. Robertson from Frances Lincoln Children's Books

1 month ago

Universal One Voice Day

Edison's Fantastic Phonograph by Diana Kimpton from Frances Lincoln Children's Books is a wonderful first sound book.

2 months ago

National Share-a-Story Month

Who doesn't love storytime. Curl up with your kids and The Great Dragon Rescue. The perfect read for storytime! M. P. Robertson from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

4 months ago

National Share-a-Story Month

Who doesn't love storytime. Curl up with your kids and The Dragon and the Gruesome Twosome. The perfect read for storytime! M. P. Robertson from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

4 months ago

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