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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.

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Fairy Tales

On this day 1835, the first instalment of Hans Christian Andersen "Fairy Tales" was published in Denmark. Why not try The Great Dragon Rescue by M. P. Robertson. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

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Fairy Tales

On this day 1835, the first instalment of Hans Christian Andersen "Fairy Tales" was published in Denmark. Why not try The Dragon and the Gruesome Twosome by M. P. Robertson. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

2 days ago

National Siblings Day

It's #NationalSiblingsDay so why not read Frank'n'Stan by M. P. Robertson from Frances Lincoln Children's Books

1 month ago

International Children's Book Day

Today is the day to read this brilliant book (not that you needed an excuse!), The Great Dragon Rescue by M. P. Robertson from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

International Children's Book Day

Today is the day to read this brilliant book (not that you needed an excuse!), The Dragon and the Gruesome Twosome by M. P. Robertson from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

International Children's Book Day

Today is the day to read this brilliant book (not that you needed an excuse!), The Sandcastle by M. P. Robertson from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

International Children's Book Day

Today is the day to read this brilliant book (not that you needed an excuse!), Frank'n'Stan by M. P. Robertson from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

International Children's Book Day

Big Foot... A book that will get anyone reading! By M. P. Robertson from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

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