Lorna Scobie – Illustratör

365 Days of Art is an inspiring journal designed to help readers and budding artists nurture their creativity and explore their feelings through the medium of art.Featuring an activity for every day of the year, from simple tasks like drawing shapes and lines to more considered tutorials such as calligraphy writing and shading, each task is designed to expand your creative skills and spark the artist within.With helpful hints and tips as well as more considered tasks to help build your creative confidence, 365 Days of Art is a beautiful keepsake as well as well as a powerful tool for positive change.Discover all the books in the 365 Days of Art series: 365 Days of Art, 365 Days of Art in Nature, 365 Days of Creativity, 365 Days of Drawing.

A laugh-out-loud tale about never wanting to do theBORING things in life!Why brush your teeth when you could go snorkelling witha crocodile? Or ride a tiger! Or fly with an eagle!Small Panda doesn't understand why grown-ups like doing the MOSTboring things. Especially when there's always something more excitingto do.Join Small Panda as they discover that the 'exciting' thingsin life aren't always as important as the little ones. Andthat grown-ups might not be as boring as they seem... Written and illustrated in Lorna Scobie's wonderfully witty andwarm style, perfect for fans of Chris Haughton and JimFieldChildren and parents alike will love following Small Panda andher patient parent's antics in this funny, vibrant celebrationof the everyday Look out for Lorna's other books: Collecting Cats,Rabbit, Rabbit, Rabbit! and Duck, Duck Dad?

A fun-filled adventure from the author-illustratorbehind I Would Rather Hug A Tiger!Squirrel found berries. 'Ooh!' said Squirrel.Then Bear found berries. 'Oooooh!' said Bear.'Savesome for me please' begged Squirrel. 'Sharing is caring,you know!'But... BEARS DON'T SHARE!Bear and Squirrel are on the hunt for some foodbefore Winter comes, but there's just one small problem... Bearsdon't share!Will Bear learn that youcan't always have your cake and eat it too?Join Bear andSquirrel on their adventure in the forest to find out! A laugh-out-loud picture book about friendship and what itmeans to shareWith gorgeous illustrations filled withheart and humour by Lorna ScobiePerfect for fans of JonKlassenCheck out Lorna Scobie's other hilarious books:Collecting Cats, Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit!, Duck, Duck, Dad?and I Would Rather Hug a Tiger  PRAISE FOR LORNA'S PREVIOUS BOOKS: I WOULD RATHER HUG A TIGER"a colourful, fun story" JUST IMAGINE  DUCK, DUCK, DAD"Gorgeously written and illustrated with heartand humour" TOPPSTA  COLLECTINGCATS"A simple storywith silliness and humour aplenty... A lovely book to enjoywith children and animal lovers of all ages." -FATHER READING EVERY DAY"This is a purrfectstory for cat lovers everywhere ... Incredibly detailed and intricateillustrations mixed with an hilarious story make this booka joy to behold." - BOOKLOVERJO  RABBIT, RABBIT, RABBIT"The colorful, delicately winsome illustrations add touchesof comic flair... Young bunnies will happily hop along to thisone." - KIRKUS

The next picture book from the super-talented creatorof Bears Don't Share!Squirrel and Bear do everything together, whichmeans they ALWAYS get along, right? Erm, WRONG!Because, even though Squirrel and Bear are bestfriends, they are also very different.Squirrel loves hide-and-seek, but Bear is sobig that she can never find a good hiding place!Bear loves digging, but Squirrel can never keepup - it's exhausting!Will these two friends find a way to have fun together? (Spoileralert, you bet they will!) Another personality-packed picture book by mega talent LornaScobieBrilliant illustrations full of expression and humourA gentle reminder that being a good friend means thinking ofothers alongside doing what feels right for us Also available: Collecting Cats (paperback)Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit! (paperback)Duck, Duck, Dad? (paperback)I Would Rather (paperback)Bears Don't Share (paperback)

The next picture book from the super-talented creatorof Bears Don't Share!Squirrel and Bear do everything together, whichmeans they ALWAYS get along, right? Erm, WRONG!Because, even though Squirrel and Bear are bestfriends, they are also very different.Squirrel loves hide-and-seek, but Bear is sobig that she can never find a good hiding place!Bear loves digging, but Squirrel can never keepup - it's exhausting!Will these two friends find a way to have fun together? (Spoileralert, you bet they will!) Another personality-packed picture book by mega talent LornaScobieBrilliant illustrations full of expression and humourA gentle reminder that being a good friend means thinking ofothers alongside doing what feels right for us Also available: Collecting Cats (paperback)Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit! (paperback)Duck, Duck, Dad? (paperback)I Would Rather (paperback)Bears Don't Share (paperback)

Combining scientific facts with the art of poetry, this is a humorous and educational picture book about animals that look alike.How do you tell a llama from an alpaca, an alligator from a crocodile, or a dolphin from a porpoise? The animal kingdom is full of creatures that look so similar to others that they are often confused for each other. A Llama Is Not an Alpaca pairs rhyming animal riddles with factual responses to both teach and engage young readers as they compare and contrast features of commonly misidentified animals. How many will you get right?!

Today, I'm going to collect cats. At the moment,I have no cats. But I do have plan... A funny story of someone who wants to get some cats in their life.And the plan works beautifully - suddenly they have more catsthan they can count!Honestly: can anyone ever have too many cats?The answer might be yes, if the cats are ratherlarge, with big teeth!Perhaps they need to go back to the drawingboard....  This hilarious picture book is purrrfectfor cat (and cheese) lovers young or just young at heart.Lorna Scobie is a master at drawing animals - they practicallyleap off the page and are full of personalityperfect for fans of Jon Klassen and Chris Haughton  BOOKS BY LORNA SCOBIE Collecting CatsDuck, Duck, Dad?Rabbit, Rabbit, Rabbit

A picture book sure to have children screaming- with laughter, that is!Rabbit loves being the only child in the family.But when rabbit's parents have some news, andthen more news, things start to get awfully crowdedat home!Maybe the fox next door can help?   A laugh-out-loud picture book exploring what itmeans to be familyGorgeously written and illustrated with heart and humour by LornaScobieA perfect book for families expecting a second childThis book is perfect for fans of Jon Klassen and ChrisHaughton

A hilariously heart-warming picture book celebratingfamilies that come in all shapes and sizes!One dog... SO many ducklings! When one little dog finds himself becoming Dad to a flock of ducklings,it leads to hilarity, mix-ups ... and a lot of love.Out for a walk, Ralph the dog stumbles across an egg. Of course,he decides that the best thing for him to do is walk right onby.But, CRACK! the egg hatches, right then and there!What's inside? A very cute, very fluffy little duckling.And though Ralph isn't sure he wants a duckling, the ducklingis definitely sure it wants Ralph! A laugh-out-loud picture book exploring what it meansto be familyGorgeously written and illustrated with heart and humour by LornaScobieInspired by a real clutch of ducklings who decided Lorna's sisterwas their parent!This book is perfect for fans of Jon Klassenand Chris Haughton  Review of Duck Duck Dad:"With vibrant and witty illustrations, this hilarious bookcelebrates the diversity of families" ImaginaryPages, Best Picture Books for New Parents  Reviews for Lorna Scobie's other books:I Would Rather Hug a Tiger "a colourful,fun story" Anne Bradley, Just ImagineRabbit, Rabbit, Rabbit "The colorful, delicatelywinsome illustrations add touches of comic flair." KirkusReviews

Our planet is full of life! Did you know there are 400,000 species of beetle - but only eight species of bear? This stunning book explores the extraordinary diversity of the natural world and profiles some of its most surprising creatures.A glorious celebration of diversity within the Animal Kingdom by non-fiction specialist Nicola Davies, illustrated by rising star Lorna Scobie. There is something to delight on every page with fascinating facts about mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and insects. This exquisite book will encourage children to treasure the world's biodiversity and help to stop it slipping away.

Did you know that there are over 60,000 tree species? This stunning book explores the extraordinary diversity of trees and forests - the lungs of our earth.A glorious celebration of trees by non-fiction specialist Nicola Davies, illustrated by rising star Lorna Scobie, creators of the beautiful The Variety of Life.There is something to delight on every page with fascinating facts and figures. This exquisite book will encourage children to treasure the world's biodiversity and help to stop it slipping away.With fascinating facts and figures and sections on:- Wood, Trunks and Branches- Leaves- Roots Bark- Tree Skin- Flowers & Cones- Seeds- Plants on Trees- Insects in Trees- Reptiles & Amphibians in Trees- Birds and Trees Mammals in Trees- Communities of Trees- Taiga- Temperate Woodlands- Dry Gum Forest- Cloud Forest- Tropical Rainforests- Forest Relationships- Gifts from Trees- People of the Forest- Forest Destruction- How to Plant a Tree

Our planet is full of life! Did you know there are 400,000 species of beetle - but only eight species of bear? This stunning book explores the extraordinary diversity of the natural world and profiles some of its most surprising creatures.A glorious celebration of diversity within the Animal Kingdom by non-fiction specialist Nicola Davies, illustrated by rising star Lorna Scobie. There is something to delight on every page with fascinating facts about mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and insects. This exquisite book will encourage children to treasure the world's biodiversity and help to stop it slipping away.

Our skies are full of life! From bats and birds to bees and beetles, the air around us is buzzing with amazing flying creatures. Explore how and why animals fly, and the many ways in which this incredible ability has helped them flourish on our beautiful planet, in this beautiful book from award-winning non-fiction specialist Nicola Davies.Packed with fascinating facts and incredible illustrations to pore over again and again, this stunning large-format hardback is the perfect gift to inspire children to treasure our planet's precious biodiversity.

Unlock your creativity and make space for self-expression – every single day.In 365 Days of Creativity, bestselling illustrator Lorna Scobie guides you through a year of inspiring prompts designed to help you build a daily creative habit, overcome self-doubt, and rediscover the joy of making.Whether you’re a beginner or a practising artist, this uplifting creative journal encourages you to experiment, explore new ideas, and let go of perfectionism. With a playful, pressure-free approach, you’ll learn to find inspiration everywhere – from everyday moments to unexpected places.Inside you’ll find:365 daily creative prompts to spark imagination and self-expressionExercises to help you overcome creative block and build confidenceGoal-setting activities to support your creative growthPractical tips and encouragement to develop a sustainable creative practiceFlexible, accessible ideas you can fit into even the busiest dayNo specialist materials required – just curiosity and a willingness to try. Perfect for anyone interested in creativity, mindfulness, art journaling, and self-care, this book will help you bring more imagination and inspiration into your everyday life.Also available in the 365 Days of Art series: 365 Days of Art, 365 Days of Art in Nature, 365 Days of Drawing.

"This new book is wonderful and hits new levels of getting playful with creativity... The book gets you to explore and play with colour and make 'happy mistakes'. Not in the least intimidating to someone who is just starting out... The book has a non-judgemental and encouraging tone all the way. Colourful, fun, creative. I adore it." – Susie Pearl, Author of The Art of CreativityReconnect with nature, boost your creativity, and find calm – one day at a time.In 365 Days of Art in Nature, bestselling illustrator Lorna Scobie invites you to slow down, look closer, and discover creative inspiration in the world around you – whether that’s a city park, your garden, or the view from your window.This beautifully illustrated creative journal is filled with nature-inspired art prompts designed to support mindfulness, reduce stress, and encourage everyday creativity. From observing seasonal changes to exploring natural textures, you’ll learn to see the beauty in small details and turn them into meaningful artwork.Inside you’ll find:365 daily art prompts inspired by nature, perfect for building a creative habitActivities to help you connect with the seasons, from sketching trees to studying autumn coloursMindful drawing exercises that encourage observation and presenceInspiring quotes and tips to spark creativity and deepen your appreciation of the natural worldFlexible activities to enjoy indoors or outdoors, wherever you liveNo artistic experience or specialist materials needed – just curiosity and a willingness to look a little closer. Perfect for anyone seeking creative inspiration, art therapy, nature journaling, and mindful self-care, this book will help you rediscover the joy of nature through art.Also available in the 365 Days of Art series: 365 Days of Art, 365 Days of Creativity, 365 Days of Drawing.