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Congratulations to Astound artist Teresa Martinez (Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/gg4K5f2U) and author Orlando Mendiola! We are elated that THE LAST TAMALE is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection. JLG titles are curated by their editorial team, who reads and reviews thousands of manuscript submissions each year (prior to publication) to choose the best, award-worthy books for librarians across the nation. They are not beholden to a single publisher or promoter, and are picked solely based on merit. We are very proud that they have recognized The Last Tamale as a Gold Standard Selection. The Last Tamale was published by HarperCollins Publishers, and Artist Agent Sol Salinas ✨ at Astound US Inc proudly represented Teresa Martinez on the project. Get your copy of THE LAST TAMALE here: https://lnkd.in/eFiSgtHU - #TeresaMartinez #OrlandoMendiola #HispanicHeritageMonth #HarperCollins #bookillustration #publishing #childrensbookillustration #picturebooks #kidlit #illustration #illustrator #kidlitart #artagency #AstoundAgency #AstoundArtist Love Teresa's work? See more of it in her portfolio: https://lnkd.in/d-K29TTX If you're interested in a project with Teresa Martinez or any of our astounding artists, send us a message at contact@astound.us!

🏆Celebrating 10 Astounding Years With Alex Lopez🏆 Our beloved illustration agency Astound US Inc is celebrating its 10th anniversary! 🎉 Over the past decade, Astound has been a beacon of creativity, representing an incredible roster of talented artists and collaborating on astounding publications. To commemorate this remarkable milestone, we are thrilled to feature exclusive interviews with the artists who have been with us since the beginning. Our first feature is veteran artist Alex Lopez (Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/g63-vFFM). Spanish artist Alex Lopez has over 15 years of experience as a professional illustrator. His work and books have been published in many countries: USA, UK, France, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Turkey... Alex particularly enjoys creating comic-books and cartoon style pictures, trying to bring life and movement to his creations as if it were an animated movie. He has also created illustrations for educational books, marketing and video games, mostly for children and teenagers. Alex is capable of adapting his style easily and he is often asked, "What is his secret?" His answer is simple: listening to music and eating chocolate! We sat down with Alex to reflect on his illustrious career with Astound over the past decade. Here's what he had to share: 💬 Do you remember your first project with Astound? "It was a You Choose book about Goldilocks and the Three Bears tale, but with a modern perspective, for Capstone Press." 💬 What has been your favorite project so far with Astound? "A five-book collection called SOS: Society of Substitutes written by the Emmy-nominated Alan Katz for Harper Collins. It was great to work with Alan, he has such a sense of humor. We’re still in contact through social media." 💬 Do you have any advice to share with artists starting out in their careers? "Trust in yourself, be constant, and work hard. Sometimes this career is like a rollercoaster of emotions, so “be resilient” is some of the best advice you can give to new artists." -- #AlexLopez #comics #graphicnovels #middlegrade #bookillustration #publishing #childrensbookillustration #picturebooks #kidlit #illustration #illustrator #kidlitart #artagency #AstoundAgency #AstoundArtist Love Alex's work? See more of it in his portfolio: https://lnkd.in/g63-vFFM If you're interested in a project with Alex Lopez or any of our astounding artists, send us a message at contact@astound.us!

⭐On-Sale Today!⭐  Kirkus Reviews has a magical review for 🍳 Neopets: The Omelette Fairy 🧚♀️ , illustrated by Astounding artists Heather Burns (Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/gdrH-FJF) and Luiz Fernando da Silva (Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/gdhVMyyW)! The review complimented Burns and da Silva’s vibrant use of color to portray the whimsy of the vast world of Neopets! The book itself is described as exciting and endearing: "The satisfying ending, likable main characters, and fun banter make this an appealing adventure for nostalgic readers who grew up playing Neopets as well as those who are new to this world. ” Read the whole review here: https://lnkd.in/gyeeGCFk Neopets: The Omelette Fairy was written by the illustrious Rebecca Mix and published by Andrews McMeel Universal. We would also like to give a special shout-out to Erinn Pascal for editing the book and Christina Doffing for representing Heather Burns and Luiz Fernando da Silva on this project! The graphic novel will be available on shelves today, October 22! Pre-order it today here: https://lnkd.in/gNp_3BeC - #neopets #graphicnovel #comics #ip #licensing #heatherburns #luizfernandodasilva #rebeccamix #andrewsmcmeels #bookillustration #publishing #childrensbookillustration #picturebooks #kidlit #illustration #illustrator #kidlitart #artagency #AstoundAgency #AstoundArtist If you're interested in collaborating with Heather Burns, Luiz Fernando da Silva, or any of our astounding artists, send us a message at contact@astound.us!

We are so excited for the release of WINTER SOLSTICE WISH, illustrated by Elisa Paganelli (Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/e_wiR_Cm) and written by Kate Allen Fox! We would also like to extend the kudos to the team at Beaming Books and artist agent Christina Doffing at Astound US Inc for representing Elisa on the project. Learn more about WINTER SOLSTICE WISH and preorder a copy here: https://lnkd.in/gECnzkGP - #ElisaPaganelli #KateAllenFox #wintersolstice #SLJ #bookreview #bookillustration #publishing #childrensbookillustration #picturebooks #kidlit #illustration #illustrator #kidlitart #artagency #AstoundAgency #AstoundArtist Love Elisa's work? See more of it in her portfolio: https://lnkd.in/e_wiR_Cm If you're interested in a project with Elisa Paganelli or any of our astounding artists, send us a message at contact@astound.us!

We are thrilled to announce that MY NAME IS SUNSHINE SIMPSON, illustrated by Fuuji Takashi (Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/dGaukjmq) is the winner of the Children’s Book of the Year: Breakthrough in The Week Junior Book Awards! 🌞🎉⁠ ⁠ Sunshine Simpson received multiple accolades. The book has also been shortlisted for the Junior Book Awards' Cover of the Year category. We are so proud that Fuuji Takashi's artistry on this book cover is receiving this big acknowledgement! My Name is Sunshine Simpson is written by G.M. Linton and published by Usborne Publishing. Astound Agent Imogen Holmes represented Fuuji Takashi on the project. Congrats to the dream team! #FuujiTakashi #JuniorBookAwards #bookawards #bookcover #bookillustration #publishing #childrensbookillustration #picturebooks #kidlit #illustration #illustrator #kidlitart #artagency #AstoundAgency #AstoundArtist

Get a look behind-the-scenes with astounding illustrator Kamala M Nair (Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/eTmR22rX) and her thumbnails for the The New York Times Bestseller GORGEOUSLY ME, written by Jonathan Van Ness! #KamalaNair #JonathanVanNess #GorgeouslyMe #bookillustration #publishing #childrensbookillustration #picturebooks #kidlit #illustration #illustrator #kidlitart #artagency #AstoundAgency #AstoundArtist

Astound artist Elisa Paganelli (Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/e_wiR_Cm) is a master of lush, detailed black & white illustration. Her work on ROBIN HOOD AGED 10 3/4 by the notable Ben Miller elevates the middle-grade book to another level. What is ROBIN HOOD 3/4 about? Described by Chris Evans as 'Wonderful, funny, magical', this book is "a magical adventure inspired by Robin Hood, where you can be the hero, from bestselling author, actor and comedian, Ben Miller. TURN THE PAGE, SHARE THE ADVENTURE in a heroic new story of TEAMWORK, FRIENDSHIP and BRAVERY for all the family, packed with amazing illustrations from Elisa Paganelli." Learn more about ROBIN HOOD AGE 3/4 here: https://lnkd.in/gRXPdYwe #ElisaPaganelli #BenMiller #bookillustration #publishing #childrensbookillustration #picturebooks #kidlit #illustration #illustrator #kidlitart #artagency #AstoundAgency #AstoundArtist

Barnes & Noble, Inc. and Changing Hands Bookstore are hosting family events for A SWEET DIWALI , illustrated by Astound Artist Geeta Ladi (Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/gmiqU-_K) and written by Harshita Jerath! 🪔📚 A SWEET DIWALI is a Step into Reading Level-2 book that is perfect for Preschool-Grade-1 children who enjoy  -festive stories -learning about other cultures and -love pets In the book, Raina celebrates Diwali, the festival of lights, with her pet dog, Lion. We hope readers enjoy the vibrant festivities, and are reminded of the love pets bring into their homes and the responsibilities that come with pet ownership. And here's where you can join these free family book events: 📚 Barnes & Noble, Inc., Shea and Pima, Scottsdale — October 19th, 11:00 am 📚 Changing Hands Bookstore, Tempe — October 26th, 11:00 am Each event includes: — A fun and interactive reading of the book — Diwali-themed activities for the kiddos, and — Giveaways and more RSVP preferred as the craft supplies are limited. 👉 RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gcg9dJAD #GeetaLadi #HarshitaJerath #diwali #familyevent #booksigning #storytime #giveaway #bookillustration #publishing #childrensbookillustration #picturebooks #kidlit #illustration #illustrator #kidlitart #artagency #AstoundAgency #AstoundArtist

Astound is delighted to spotlight our Astounding Hispanic and Latine illustrators for #HispanicHeritageMonth — all of whom are enriching the world around them with their vibrant, illustrative prowess! In this article, we sat down to interview these talented individuals about how their heritage fuels their passion. Each artist featured carries their culture with them in a way that makes their work uniquely theirs, and we are so delighted to highlight their beautiful works! Read on to meet these incredible artists and see their stunning works – you won’t want to miss a single one, featuring: 🎨 Román Díaz Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/etmBDh2U 🎨 Ana Sanfelippo Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/eUScXx3j 🎨 Silvia Maria Becerril Guillermo Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/e7-ivAHg 🎨 Dolo Okęcki Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/ewj_-WCG 🎨 Addy Rivera Sonda Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/e88bh4JY 🎨 Carolina Marando Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/gGM5k56S 🎨 Nathalia Takeyama Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/ggBZN338 🎨 Megan Dillon Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/eEBgxnSd 🎨 Ana Bidault Terra Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/eGTR2RKp 🎨 Rafaela Villela Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/eeZTGgbN 🎨 Sol Salinas ✨ Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/ejz_FZXd 🎨 Marina Haller Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/eYj4Dwb3 🎨 Manu Montoya Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/evHe99w9 🎨 Yoss Sánchez Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/drAupRzq 🎨 Mauricio salmon Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/etx-gXY4 🎨 Jayri Gomez Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/eG_eeCFn 🎨 Andrea Altamirano Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/epQDt-_Q 🎨 Mariano Epelbaum Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/em8WVPsy 🎨 Carlos Velez Aguilera Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/etvUXXTu If you're interested in collaborating with any of our astounding artists, send us a message at contact@astound.us!

We are resharing Beaming Books' post about LUPITA'S HURRICANE PALOMITAS, illustrated by Astound artist Anastasiya Kanavaliuk (Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/eVJ2xUQx), in light of the recent storms. May it lend hope and healing to families impacted by these hurricanes. #HispanicHeritageMonth #hurricane #publishing