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Clive McFarland is a children’s book author/illustrator.

Raised in County Tyrone, he graduated from Liverpool School of Art and Design. While studying, Clive rediscovered the books that shaped his childhood and felt inspired to create his own stories.

His work has earned notable recognition, including shortlisting for Children’s Book of the Year Jr. in An Post Irish Book Awards, two AOI World Illustration Awards shortlistings, and selection for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. www.clivemcfarland.com

Clive McFarland is represented by Susan Penny — to work with Clive please email Susan

The Best Irish Children's Books to put Under The Tree
"McFarland’s illustrations are glorious..."
"There’s lots that appeals: a polite but determined fox... and plenty of colorful art."
"In this charming British import…Fred’s adventure gently encourages children to imagine and be curious..."
"The beautiful illustrations and touching story are bound to keep children entertained."
"Adorable characters, and a warm, inviting palette"
Stylized animals and austere, minimalist flora evoke Jon Klassen's work—and that sage little mouse, that of Leo Lionni." — Kirkus
"The cut-paper collage illustrations [make] great use of animal eyes to telegraph expressions, are richly textured and add to the spare, autumnal atmosphere." — Bedlist
What McFarland has going for him is a sneaky sense of visual wit."
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Winner - Picture Book category
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Longlist
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Shortlisted
World Illustration Awards 2017 — Shortlisted image
World Illustration Awards 2017 — Shortlisted
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World Illustration Awards 2014 — Shortlisted
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