Katie Vernon – illustratör

This is not a book. It’s a plane… it’s a dinosaur… and so much more!Dive into the book that isn’t a book and interact with the pages to create exciting new objects and worlds. Fly the book like an aeroplane, wear it like a hat, turn it into a monster mask, transform it into a roaring dinosaur or sail it like a pirate ship! And with bright, fantastical illustrations from Katie Vernon, there is nothing normal about this picture book!This playful picture book includes flaps and diecuts, creating an entertaining and interactive reading experience that children will be actively involved in. This fantastic playbook will unlock and boost a child’s imagination, encouraging ALL children to love and enjoy books.This is an exciting collaboration with the play experts at Great Ormond Street Hospital and Happy Yak, who have created a range of upbeat books that transport kids to magical places through the power of play and imagination. A charitable donation is given to Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity for every copy sold.

Drawing on the full-color watercolor illustrations of Practical Magic, this set of exquisite notecards features charming images of crystals, zodiac signs, and magical plants and herbs, to add a touch of the mystical to any correspondence. This set includes: 20 full-colour, matte-finish notecards.20 full-colour envelopes, printed on woodfree paper.Full-colour keepsake box with magnetic closure.

Drawing on the full-color watercolor illustrations of Practical Magic, this captivating planner features charming images of crystals, zodiac signs, and magical plants and herbs, to infuse scheduling with a touch of the mystical. This 18-month planner includes: Undated weekly and monthly overviews for recording dates and appointments. Blank pages for tracking goals and to-do lists. A ribbon marker. Rounded corners and metallic ink on the full-color cover. 50 spot illustrations throughout.

Magical Places is for armchair-voyagers and pilgrimage-makers alike. This beautiful volume will take readers on a charmed journey around the world, dipping into some of the most storied destinations in the farthest flung corners of the globe. With chapters like Places of Healing, Haunted Places, Magic in Nature, Fairy Tale Locales, The Past in the Present, and Ley Lines -- the arcing lines that traverse the planet, where magical phenomena frequently occur -- wanderlust is sure to be stoked for frequent travelers and the magic curious alike. With an eye towards the mystical, Magical Places will explore well-known sites like Stonehenge and Uluru, as well as lesser-known destinations like The Knucker Hole in England, Angkor Wat in Cambodia, the Fairy Glen on the Isle of Skye, and the pink lakes Retba in Senegal and Hillier in Australia. Many of these sites will be accompanied by sacred rituals, mystical incantations, and more inspired by the energy and history of these magical locations. Featuring beautiful illustrations with a smattering of lush, full-color photography, this book will entice readers who long for adventure and enchantment in the world, who want to visit or at least learn about places where magic is real -- or once was.

Explore the magic and the mystery of palm reading in this fully-illustrated guide to the ancient art.Noted psychic Dennis Fairchild reveals the secrets of the centuries-old art of palmistry, showing how to interpret the lines and formations in the hand. This useful, mini book fits in the palm of your very own hand, and is an enchanted guide to the ways in which our palms can reveal character and predict fate and fortunes. With full-color illustrations throughout, this captivating primer covers all the essentials needed to perform insightful palm readings for yourself and your friends.

From sparkly crystals and healing plants to the constellations that move across the night sky, the world is full of magic! In Practical Magic for Kids, author Nikki Van De Car teaches readers ages eight to twelve about the magic all around them. Kids will learn how to interpret their horoscopes, read their friends' palms, decode their dreams, and so much more in this approachable, age-appropriate guide. Full-color illustrations throughout will help young mystics explore the magic in plants, tarot cards, and even themselves, in chapters on:- Chakras- Auras- Crystals- Plant-based Magic- Magical Holidays- Magic Spells- Tarot- Astrology- Palmistry- Dream InterpretationAn enchanted glossary and resources for further reading will help build upon the spark of magic.

A hilarious and utterly relatable collection of flowcharts, rants, and lists about adulting. A humorous guide to adulthood in a collection of 54 charmingly illustrated flowcharts and pros-and-cons lists that each address an all-too-real question, from the mundane to the life-changing. Will I survive this hangover? (Probably not.) Should I cancel my plans? (YES! Cancel immediately.) Am I having a quarter-life crisis? (Probably.) Do I even like this person? (Nope, nope, nope.) This inspired book of humor disguised as invaluable advice is a gift to make anyone feel better, proving that every question, thought, and decision, no matter how ridiculous or irresponsible, is completely valid.

From the visual variety of foliage to the wide range of artfully designed pots and planters, keeping houseplants is an addictive hobby that’s enjoying a renaissance in popularity. In Plant Inspiration Frame-Ups, 50 beautifully illustrated affirmation cards derive wisdom from the world of indoor plants, with each card featuring clever plant-art interpretations of classic phrases. “Don’t be afraid to take up space” is juxtaposed with a monstrous monstera plant engulfing a living room; “Take a moment to breathe” features a collection of air plants suspended in hanging planters; and “Create something” comes alive with an illustration of a spider plant sprouting many pups. Bright, whimsical, and uplifting, these cards call out to be displayed, and the Frame-Ups format makes it easy to do just that. With a pull-out tabletop frame included, you don’t need to have a green thumb to display your favorite saying or swap it out for another whenever you need fresh perspective.

Clever, funny, and full of sweet rhymes, this illustrated gift book lets you send a hug to someone you care about, wherever they are. Each page offers a thoughtful way to share a little extra love, even when you can’t be by their side.“This isn’t a book. It’s a hug in disguise. (I thought you could use a little surprise.) The feeling you got when you opened it up? That feeling’s from me. (It’s a whole lot of love.)”—An excerpt from This Isn’t a Book (It’s a Hug in Disguise) This might look like a book, but it’s really a hug you get to give to connect from any distance—whether across the street or across the world. With a bit of humor and a whole lot of heart, the sweet rhymes and illustrations in these pages are sure to make someone smile and feel wrapped in your love.Gift this playful book to a family member on their birthday, a friend who’s moved away, a loved one serving overseas, or anyone going through a tough time. With witty rhymes and adorable hand-drawn artwork, it’s a heartfelt way to send a hug they can hold onto.

Whimsical yet deeply sincere, this thank you book celebrates someone who deserves bighearted praise—perfect for teachers, coworkers, volunteers, and friends who make life your better just by being in it.“I suspect you might actually not be aware, but things just go better whenever you're there. You know how to help, who to be, what to do. The difference is clear. The difference is you.” —An excerpt from This Isn't a Book (It's My Thanks in Disguise)This might look like a book but it’s really oodles of gratitude you get to give! It’s a chance to throw someone a tiny ticker-tape parade—one they can attend simply by turning the page.With upbeat rhymes and playful illustrations of a sweater-wearing kitty, this bubbly book celebrates the people who makes your life a little brighter. A delightful alternative to a thank you card, it’s like a confetti cannon of appreciation, just because.Share this gratitude gift book with…• A neighbor who’s always there when you need them• A pet sitter who cares for your furry (or feathered) friends like their own• A coworker, teacher, mentor, or volunteer who makes a difference every day• A friend or family member who gives so much