The Lonely Beast
Picture Storybooks Humorous Stories
Creators
Chris Judge is an established artist and has had four solo exhibitions in Dublin as well as taking part in group shows in Ireland, UK and U.S.A. This is his debut picture book and his work has been hugely influenced by comic artists. He lives in Dublin. A new book from him, THE GREAT EXPLORER, will be published in February 2012.
Reviews
Judge tells a familiar tale but illustrates it with uncommon style and verve.
New York Times
A beautifully illustrated and humorous picture book.
The judges of the Irish Children's Book Award
Magnificent. The enjoyable text is complemented beautifully by rich, vibrant, quirky illustrations. Chris Judge is definitely one to watch out for.
Children's Books Ireland
This wonderful story is complemented beautifully by rich, vibrant, quirky illustrations.
Sunday World, Ireland
The Lonely Beast is something rare and different, an absolute breath of fresh air.
The School Librarian
The Lonely Beast is illustrated in such a diverse way that it makes it totally worth buying without even reading the story! (But) the story is equally brilliant. A quirky and a good value read.
Early Years Educator
Glorious illustrations of the Beast as he makes friends all over the world bring this story vividly to life.
Lovereading
Children will enjoy this humorous story.
Armadillo Magazine
A dynamic story, carried by its lithe, shifting frames and bright, colourful visuals.
Inis Magazine
Readers will be with (the beast) every step of the way. A talented new picture book author.
Red House Children's Book Award, Pick of the Year
Judge’s eye-catching illustrations are a joy.
Irish Independent
It’s the illustrations that really make this special . . . I’m looking forward to seeing more from Chris Judge in the future.
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