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Paddy Donnelly is an Irish author & illustrator living in Belgium.

His books include Dodos Are Not Extinct, Hom, Here Be Dragonsand The Vanishing Lake. His work has achieved international acclaim as he was nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2022 and shortlisted for The World Illustration Awards in 2018. Paddy’s first book as both author and illustrator, The Vanishing Lake, was awarded the gold medal in the picture book category of the IPPY Awards.

Paddy grew up on the beautiful north coast of Ireland, surrounded by mythical stories of giants, magical creatures and shape-shifting animals. All of this prompted his love for nature, animals, the sea and storytelling.

Paddy Donnelly is represented by Susan Penny — to work with Paddy please email Susan

"A truly brilliant piece that cements Donnelly’s place as one of the picturebook-making greats."

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"One of the most beautiful looking books we’ve seen in a long time"

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"A brilliant example of what a picture book should be doing."

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'A warm, humorous and highly engaging celebration of love...'

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'Paddy Donnelly brings life to Skunk's world with a rich and glossy palette'

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'Full-page illustrations have a dynamic, painterly quality'

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The Book Trust’s Great Books Guide 2021

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The White Ravens Book Award - Winner

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Sainsbury's Children's Books Awards - Winner

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Summer Reading 2021 List

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The Best Children's Books 2020

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Waterstones' Book of the Month - June 2020

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