Business Details
Your Trusted Children's Book Illustrator in the UK
With over two decades of experience as a UK-based children's book illustrator and cartoonist, I specialise in transforming manuscripts into visually captivating stories. My collaborative approach ensures clients maintain full creative control throughout the process, from initial sketches to print-ready files. I prioritise clear communication and flexibility, offering unlimited revisions at the sketch stage to guarantee complete satisfaction. My comprehensive service includes expert book layout design, vibrant colour illustration, and practical guidance for self-publishing on platforms like Amazon.Endorsed by repeat clients and industry professionals, my work consistently exceeds expectations while maintaining a fun and supportive creative journey. I provide transparent pricing tailored to individual project needs, ensuring accessibility for authors at all stages of their publishing journey.
Services
Children's Book Illustration
Cartoon Art Creation
Book Layout Design
Print-Ready File Preparation
Publishing Guidance
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in children's book illustration
- We offer unlimited free revisions at the sketch stage
- Our service includes complete book layout and design
- We provide print-ready PDF files for major publishing platforms
- Our clients consistently return for subsequent book projects
What people say
Brought my story to life
Fantastic beyond imagination
Amazing quality and vibrancy
Absolute delight to work with
Captured characters perfectly
Services
Children's Book Illustration
Creating bespoke illustrations that bring children's stories to life through vibrant visuals and character design. Each illustration undergoes multiple review stages to ensure perfect alignment with the author's vision. Our process includes initial sketch approval, line drawing refinement, and final colour application with client input at every stage.
Book Layout Design
Professional book formatting services that integrate text and illustrations into a cohesive publication. We handle pagination, cover design, and overall visual presentation to create market-ready books. Our expertise ensures optimal spacing and flow while maintaining artistic integrity throughout the publication.
Print-Ready File Preparation
Creation of high-resolution PDF files suitable for commercial printing and digital distribution platforms. We ensure all technical specifications meet industry standards for print quality and file compatibility. This service includes final checks for bleed areas, colour profiles, and resolution requirements.
Publishing Guidance
Expert assistance with uploading completed books to Amazon and other online retailers. We provide step-by-step instructions and technical support for digital submission processes. Our guidance covers formatting requirements, pricing strategies, and distribution options for new authors.
Cartoon Art Creation
Development of engaging cartoon characters and sequential art for children's publications. Our approach focuses on creating memorable visual identities that resonate with young readers. We specialise in maintaining consistent style and proportion across multiple illustration sequences for cohesive storytelling.
People
Kris Lillyman
Children's Book Illustrator
With over 20 years of experience, Kris specialises in transforming manuscripts into captivating illustrated books. Known for meticulous attention to detail and collaborative approach, Kris has helped numerous authors bring their stories to life through vibrant visual storytelling and expert book design.
Questions
What services do you offer for children's book creation?
I provide complete book illustration services including manuscript planning, sketch development, line drawings, colour illustrations, book layout design, and print-ready file preparation.
How many revisions are included in the illustration process?
Unlimited free revisions are included at the initial sketch stage to ensure complete satisfaction before progressing to final illustrations.
Do you help with self-publishing requirements?
Yes, I provide print-ready PDF files and offer step-by-step guidance for uploading books to Amazon and other online publishing platforms.
What is your typical turnaround time?
Project timelines vary based on complexity, but I work efficiently while maintaining quality, with regular progress updates provided throughout the process.
How do you ensure client satisfaction?
Through collaborative working at every stage, from initial concept to final print files, with complete creative control maintained by the client throughout the process.
