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Melissa Castrillon

  • 5 stars across 4 books
Melissa Castrillon studied at the Cambridge School of Art where she earned a first class honors degree in illustration and a master's degree in children's book illustration. She is the illustrator of  If I Had a Little Dream   by Nina Laden. She is also the author-illustrator of  The Balcony  , which received the Society of Illustrators Gold Medal. Her book  Dear Little One  , by Nina Laden, was a  School Library Journal   best picture book of the year. Her books have been published all over the world. She lives in Cambridge, England, with her husband.
2nd May 2019

Mighty Min

Deep in the garden, one very tiny girl is about to go on a huge adventure. Step inside Min's magical miniature wor... MoreMighty Min

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4th March 2021

Can You Keep a Secret? PB

If you met a dragon, could you keep it secret? One day in the forest, Winnie discovers the last dragon ... MoreCan You Keep a Secret? PB

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3rd October 2019

The Balcony

"Castrillon offers riotous sprouting life through soft forms, stylized shapes, and bright colors." - Publishers Weekl... MoreThe Balcony

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4th March 2021

Can You Keep a Secret? HB

If you met a dragon, could you keep it secret? One day in the forest, Winnie discovers the last dragon in the ... MoreCan You Keep a Secret? HB

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