Choice spreads
Another year, and another amazing turnout for the Picture Book Prize! Congratulations – and thank you – to the 445 people who entered. We thoroughly enjoyed reading your wonderful stories. Congratulations to everyone on the longlist, the shortlist and especially to our three winners:
Title page
A is for…
An aardvark prepares for his big moment. He is the ‘A’ in this alphabet book and is very excited.
Spread 1 (left)
A is for OCTOPUS.
An octopus looks pleased with itself.
(right)
“???”
The aardvark is absolutely devastated at this unexpected thwarting of his moment.
Spread 2 (left)
B is for YAK.
“Excuse me.”
A large yak chews on some grass. The aardvark looks out from behind it, trying to get the reader’s attention.
Judges’ comments: David’s story was funny and creative. The wackiness was brilliant and the main character was memorable and engaging.
3rd PRIZE WINNER
David Wadsworth – A Is For Octopus
Twitter: @OrangeEverydays
Website: www.wadsworthcreative.com
