Shortlist Blog 2021 – The Klaus Flugge Prize

Blog posts from 2021's Shortlist Illustrators:

Gustavo the Shy Ghost – Flavia Z. Drago

Gustavo the Shy Ghost, illustrated by Flavia Z. Drago Gustavo the Shy Ghost, by Flavia Z. Drago, is one of the five books on the shortlist for the 2021 Klaus Flugge Prize. The judges call her book ‘a visual treat’ and admire the way it’s full of detail but never cluttered. Judge Mat Tobin interviewed…

While You’re Sleeping – John Broadley

While You’re Sleeping, illustrated by John Broadley, written by Mick Jackson While You’re Sleeping, illustrated by John Broadley and written by Mick Jackson, is one of the five books on the shortlist for the 2021 Klaus Flugge Prize. The judges described John’s work as ‘very muscular’ and loved the theatrics of his illustrations. Judge Mat…

My Red Hat – Rachel Stubbs

My Red Hat, illustrated and written by Rachel Stubbs My Red Hat, illustrated and written by Rachel Stubbs, is one of the five books on the shortlist for the 2021 Klaus Flugge Prize. The judges loved her use of colour and composition, and the sense of looseness to the illustrations. Judge Mat Tobin interviewed Rachel…

I’m Sticking with You – Steve Small

I’m Sticking with You, illustrated by Steve Small and written by Smriti Halls I’m Sticking with You, illustrated by Steve Small and written by Smriti Halls, is one of the five books on the shortlist for the 2021 Klaus Flugge Prize. The judges found it really well crafted, particularly in the relationship between the characters,…

Child of Galaxies – Charlotte Ager

Child of Galaxies, illustrated by Charlotte Ager, written by Blake Nuto Child of Galaxies, illustrated by Charlotte Ager and written by Blake Nuto, is one of the five books on the shortlist for the 2021 Klaus Flugge Prize. The judges admired the way the images leap off the page to stimulate young imaginations and Charlotte’s…

The Klaus Flugge Prize is funded personally by Klaus Flugge and run independently of Andersen Press.