How we approach book illustration
Illustrated books are planned page by page. We start with character sketches and a storyboard of every spread, agree on the style with you, and then produce finished artwork at print resolution, with text placement designed alongside the art.
Every project is handled by a dedicated project manager, priced in writing before work begins, and delivered with you owning everything we produce.
What's included
Character design
Sketches of your main characters in a few styles before anything else is drawn.
Storyboard
A rough layout of every page so the pacing works before final art.
Final artwork
Full-colour or black-and-white illustrations at print resolution.
Text layout
Typography placed with the artwork so every spread reads well.
Cover art
A cover illustration that matches the interior.
Source files
Layered files delivered for future editions and merchandise.
How the project runs
Each stage is approved by you before the next begins.
- 1
Talk to an editor
A free call about your book, your goals and your budget. You get an honest recommendation, even if it is to do less.
- 2
Agree the plan
A written scope, schedule and fixed price. You see exactly what is included before you pay anything.
- 3
Write and edit
Your project manager runs the schedule while writers and editors work through the manuscript with you.
- 4
Design and publish
Cover, interior and retailer setup, all approved by you, then published in your name.
- 5
Launch and grow
Marketing, reviews and ads that bring readers to the book in its first months and beyond.
Book Illustration questions
How many illustrations does a picture book need?
A standard 32-page picture book usually has 14 to 16 full spreads plus a cover.
Can I choose the art style?
Yes. We show you style samples first, and the character sketches confirm the look before final art begins.
Do you also write children's books?
Yes. Our ghostwriters can write the story, and the illustrator works from the approved text.
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