My sketchbook is not sacrosanct, and my children would draw on one page while I drew on the other. It was something we shared. Chris Riddell childdrawpage Change image and share on social
School librarians play such an enormous role in bringing children to books they are going to enjoy. It's a magic alchemy when that works. Chris Riddell alchemybookbring Change image and share on social
The 'Chronicles of Narnia' have been favourites of mine since my childhood when I misread 'Aslan' as 'Alsatian' and was struck by the genius of naming a lion after a dog! Chris Riddell alsatianaslanchildhood Change image and share on social
Go out and find a copy of 'The Shrinking Of Treehorn' and its sequel, 'Treehorn's Treasure.' Written by Florence Parry Heide and illustrated by the great Edward Gorey, master of the gothic and the macabre, these books are small masterpieces. Chris Riddell bookcopyedward share on social
I want to put the joy of creativity, of drawing every day, of having a go and being surprised at what one can achieve with just a pencil and an idea at the heart of my term as laureate. I want to make sure people have fun whilst addressing fundamental issues I care about passionately. Chris Riddell achieveaddresscare share on social
A drop in younger children visiting libraries is of great concern. As children's laureate, I am passionate about the role of libraries, both in schools and in the wider community. They are unique places where children can begin their journey as readers, as well as being creative hubs. Chris Riddell beginchildcommunity share on social
Roald Dahl worked with other illustrators, but it was only when he teamed up with Quentin Blake that the chemistry began to fizz. Quentin Blake is Britain's greatest living illustrator and has that special talent all the great illustrators have, of unobtrusive brilliance. Chris Riddell beginblakebrilliance share on social
The writing process isn't something I'm in love with. I'm an illustrator who writes. Chris Riddell illustratorloveprocess Change image and share on social
