Martin Stanev lives and works in Great Britain. He is an artist and author of children’s books. He was born in Bulgaria but moved to England, where he graduated from Falmouth University in 2019, with a degree in illustration. His debut book The Planet in a Pickle Jar was chosen as the best children’s book by The Guardian and has been translated into ten languages. The artist combines various traditional techniques on paper, but also paints with digital tools. He seeks inspiration from classic children’s books, vintage objects from different historical periods, nature, and childhood nostalgia. Stanev lives in the Lake District, Northern England, where the landscape brings back memories of his childhood.
The Planet in a Pickle Jar
Author: Martin Stanev
Illustrator: Martin Stanev
Year of publication: 2022
Publisher: Orange books
Number of pages: 32
Format: 230 x 270, hardback
Age: 3+
ISBN: 978-619-171-127-7
When two kids go to Grandma’s house for their usual visit, they can’t help but think she’s stuffy and no fun at all. Even the dinner she makes is predictable. But when Grandma goes missing and
wild animals start popping up around the house, they realise she has a secret…
A gorgeously illustrated picture book about not judging people based on appearances and how families can work together to help save the planet, author/illustrator Martin Stanev’s debut book will make a beautiful – and fun – addition to any child’s bookshelf.
The book is part of the exhibition Joy, Sadness and Hope. 25 Bulgarian Children’s Book Illustrators
Martin Stanev
The Planet in a Pickle Jar
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