JESSICA COURTNEY-TICKLE is an illustrator who graduated from Kingston University in July 2014. Her absolute favourite thing to draw or paint is nature, finding a focus on foliage of any kind as well as children's stories about adventure and exploration. She also has a penchant for drawing theatre from music makers to dancers and even singing animals. Jessica is most influenced by vintage picture books, travel posters and folk art as well as numerous painters and printmakers.
'An outstanding combination of visuals and audio which will enthuse children for this beautiful ballet.' * Parents in Touch * 'truly superb books... These books are the most wonderful to introduce these classic stories and the accompanying orchestral music to children' * Let Them Be Small * 'what a beautifully illustrated retelling!... a magical book.' * Irish Examiner * 'a gorgeously illustrated picture book with excerpts from Tchaikovsky's The Sleeping Beauty on every page.' * Good Housekeeping * `a lively retelling, enriched by Jessica Courtney Tickle's luscious illustrations - each spread is like an illuminated garden.' * The Guardian *