New Releases by Quentin Blake

Savor the work of the well-loved and lauded illustrator Quentin Blake in this keepsake collection of fun, quirky drawings that will delight both longtime devotees and emerging young fans. A chef in mid-fall, balancing a towering, toppling cake. A bespectacled gentleman riding a multi-wheeled bike, with a man on his back juggling eggs. Known for their whimsy and wit and uncanny ability to convey worlds of expression with only the scantest of line, Quentin Blake’s illustrations have long been linked to the work of storytellers such as Roald Dahl, but in this book they shine on their own. Originally self-published in a series of slim titles dubbed the QB Papers—collections of drawings, varied in tone and approach, evoking journeys both real and imaginary—the images in Quentin Blake’s Fantastic Journeys fall under titles such as “Trip Hazards,” “Feet in the Water,” and “Ten Things You Cannot Really Manage Without.” Curated both for maximum child-friendliness and for the shelves of art-book collectors, this beauty of a gift book is a sheer pleasure, guaranteed to invite many a revisit.

A remarkable collaboration – that brings together giants of the picture book world – to create a funny, anarchic and utterly delightful picture book. A classic of the future.

Quentin Blake turns his artistic talents to Dickens’ much-loved Christmas story in this beautiful gift edition of a timeless classic. A Christmas Carol is the book that defines the Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean-spirited miser, is visited by three ghosts one Christmas Eve. The ghosts show Scrooge the true value of Christmas: charity, good humor, and love for his fellow man. Quentin Blake’s distinctive illustrations guide the reader through Scrooge’s lively journey to find the meaning of Christmas. This unabridged edition contains a foreword by the illustrator and is the ultimate Christmas gift book.

A remarkable collaboration – that brings together giants of the picture book world – to create a funny, anarchic and utterly delightful picture book. A classic of the future.

This utterly encouraging book is a masterclass in how to draw for kids and grownups with Sir Quentin Blake, beloved illustrator to Roald Dahl. Can you find the pointy end of a pencil? Then you can draw! Start with a Scribble will banish your inner critic and kick-start your inner genius, as you learn to capture the spirit of things with a little how-to and a lot of just-do. An artist-quality pen and two watercolor pencils (red and black) are included. Inside, you’ll find: Prompts to inspire you (e.g., “emotional rabbits”) Doodles to finish (“Mrs. Thudkins takes her floppaterasis for a walk”) Techniques to try (only when the mood strikes you), from shading to perspective And plenty of wide-open space to play around in. Sir Quentin’s sage advice appears throughout, from “it’s best to name your animal after you draw it” to “don’t worry too much yet about ankles.” The most important lesson? YOU are the only person qualified to express your unique you-ness. Publisher’s note:Start with a Scribble is an updated North American edition of Drawing for the Artistically Undiscovered (Klutz, 1999).

A remarkable collaboration – that brings together giants of the picture book world – to create a funny, anarchic and utterly delightful picture book. A classic of the future.

Which fish holds the world record for most escape attempts? Which human cannonball travelled the furthest? What is the world''s soppiest fairy tale? Find out these amazing record breakers and lots, lots more in this hilarious alternative to the Guinness Book of World Records.

A remarkable collaboration – that brings together giants of the picture book world – to create a funny, anarchic and utterly delightful picture book. A classic of the future. Hilariously read by Olivia Colman.

It begins with the arrival not of a detective, but of disaster: Badfort is for sale, but when Uncle decides to buy it, demolish it, and build a pleasantly appointed park on the site, he is forestalled. Beaver Hateman has sold it cheaply to someone on the condition that he, Hateman, is allowed to stay on as a paying guest. Forgetting that the man who has bought Badfort is certain to regret the "bargain", Uncle tries to console himself by continuing his never-ending exploration of Homeward. He soon discovers the mysterious Crack House - lair of a vicious and horribly squawking creature, half-bat, half-bird, called Batty - where there are rumours of buried treasure. Uncle is in need of a detective . . .

Uncle is a millionaire elephant who has a B.A. and wears a purple dressing gown. He lives in a labyrinth of skyscrapers connected by water chutes, lifts and railways, and littered with oil lakes, walls of sweets and towers of treacle. He and his followers amuse themselves by exploring his home and falling into adventures with its inhabitants, a collection of lunatics, dwarfs and ghosts. Uncle also frequently fights with the inhabitants of neighbouring Badfort, among them the repulsive Jellytussles (a quivering blob) and the cowardly Hitmouse. 'A classic in the great English nonsense tradition' Observer

The author is one of the best known illustrators in the world, creating iconic characters for amongst others Russell Hoban, Joan Aiken, Michael Rosen, and Roald Dahl. In this title, he writes about his projects and describes his working processes, his collaborators, his travels, and his various projects and commissions.

Angelica Sprocket lives next door. Her overcoat has pockets galore! And you''ll never guess what''s in them... Prepare to be surprised, thrilled and tickled pink by Angelica Sprocket''s never-ending pockets, and the marvellous things she keeps in them!

Jack and Nancy live beside the sea, but the closest they get to the exotic lands and adventures that the sailors have is by listening to the stories they tell. But, after a WOOSHING, WONDERFUL WIND blows their umbrella away, the siblings are whisked to a far-away island. Can Jack and Nancy find their own adventure and, more importantly, find their way home again? Soon to be featured on BBC animated special, Quentin Blake’s Box of Treasures. “A truly brilliant book - to be read time and again” - The Guardian

The Quentin Blake Treasury contains: "All Join In"; "Quentin Blake''s Nursery Rhyme Book"; "Patrick"; "Angelica Sprocket''s Pockets"; "Mister Magnolia"; "Quentin Blake''s ABC"; "Cockatoos"; "Angel Pavement"; and "Mrs Armitage Queen of the Road." Meet Mister Magnolia, with only one boot! Peer into "Angelica Sprocket''s Pockets"! Set off with "Mrs Armitage Queen of the Road," be whisked away by the music of the extraordinary Patrick and soar into the air on the wings of Angel Pavement. Discover the crazy counting of the mischievous Cockatoos and the most enjoyable alphabet ever in "Quentin Blake''s ABC." And finally, join in at the top of your voice with the verse and songs of "Quentin Blake''s Nursery Rhyme Book" and "All Join In"! From Quentin''s very first picture book to his most recent adventures, this collection spans and celebrates his astonishing career. There''s inspiration and exuberance, wit and wonder, joy and jollity to be found within these pages; we can''t wait for you to explore them.

Poems tell the stories of a smart pig who outwits a farmer, a crocodile who likes to eat children, a hungry lion, a dangerous scorpion, an aunt-eating ant-eater, and a flying cow. Reissue.

Count along with Quentin Blake''s entertaining animals in this fun-filled board book for little readers. On Crow, Two Goats, Three Dogs, Four Cats...

A perfect introduction to reading that will wet young readers appetites for additional books in the Beginner Book series.

Each of five children lucky enough to discover an entry ticket into Mr. Willy Wonka''s mysterious chocolate factory takes advantage of the situation in his own way.

''Ten Frogs/Dix Grenouilles'' is Quentin Blake''s wonderfully illustrated counting book written in both English and French. Starting with ''One Crow/Un Corbeau'' and proceeding with more and more animals (''Two Goats/Deux Chevres'', ''Three Dogs/Trois Chiens'' etc) the pages get gradually more and more filled with animals until reaching ''A Hundred Wasps/Cent Guepes''. A great way for children to learn to count in French and a genuinely beautiful book for any Quentin Blake fans.A simple concept carried out with all of Quentin Blake''s legendary wit and charmA great way for children to learn to count in FrenchBeautifully illustrated by one of the world''s most-loved illustrators

"Quentin Blake''s drawings have been entertaining children and their parents for as long as any of us can remember, but this is the first time he has illustrated a book specifically for his own generation. Characteristically, it''s humane and extremely funny at the same time, and if you are sixty or over - or even thinking about it - this book is required reading"--Publisher''s description.

New editions of classic texts with stunning illustrations from Quentin Blake 'Two of the greatest children's books ever written' - THE TIMES

Dip inside the covers & find a wonderfully varied mixture of partygoers whose books Quentin Blake, the first British Children's Laureate, remembers with particular enjoyment. This is a very personal feast with samples of rich fare from 50 picture books & novels leading you on to explore further -- to greet old friends & to discover new ones. Includes excerpts from the books with original black & white illustrations.

Corky and Loopy are two perfectly normal girls. They like chocolate biscuits, fizzy drinks, screaming at each other and drawing. But they are also a little bit special...because they are angels. One day they visit Sid, a pavement artist. Sid is sad because he wants to take part in the big drawing competition but can't work out how the judges will ever get to see his work. Corky and Loopy decide to help and give him a very special pencil from their collection. So begins a bright and colourful adventure.

"Dear Anastasia, Because I am buying a new motorcycle, I won't need my old car anymore. I would like you to have it as a present. It's parked outside. Here are the keys. With love, Your Uncle Cosmo." Thus begins Mrs. Armitage's exciting road adventure. There are many surprises along the way until all that is left is Mrs. Armitage, her faithful dog Breakspear, and the bare frame of the car. But the ever-resourceful Mrs. Armitage remains undaunted. And when she finally meets up with her uncle and his motorcycle cronies, Mrs. Armitage is rightfully honored as the Queen of the Road. From best-selling author-illustrator Quentin Blake—Children's Laureate of the United Kingdom and winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal—comes this charming story of an indomitable and charmingly off-beat woman who finds liberation and new friends out on the open road.

When Angela Bowling rescues a baby bird after a storm, she finds her very own Loveykins. Following a blustery night, Angela Bowling finds a baby bird blown out of his nest. She names him Augustus, and he quickly becomes more to her than just a bird to be looked after. He''s her little Loveykins. But Augustus is growing larger and rounder and soon requires a special garden shed to house him. He seems content enough . . . until another night brings even stronger winds. From the UK''s first Children''s Laureate, this droll tale about the improbable friendship between a determined, eccentric matron and a young bird is classic Quentin Blake. With his quirky, humorous watercolors and his distinctive storytelling style, Blake gives readers a charming and sensitive treatment of the issues of loving and letting go.

In this innovative book, beautiful full-color reproductions of 26 paintings invite readers to imagine accompanying stories.

Isabel & Nicholas soar through the sky in an amazing sailing boat only to find a world that has lost its way. All ages.