2024
TWO BIRTHDAYS, A CEDRIC AND BOO BOOK - WALKER BOOKS, UK/CANDLEWICK PRESS, USA
HOPE IS THE THING WITH FEATHERS - MAGIC CAT PUBLISHING, UK/PAW PRINTS PUBLISHING, USA
BY EMILY DICKINSON, ILLUSTRATED BY TIM HOPGOOD
‘Hopgood brings Dickinson’s poem beautifully to life’ The Observer
‘Visually stunning’ The Bookseller
2023
THE HAPPY HUT - WALKER BOOKS, UK/CANDLEWICK PRESS, USA
‘A TENDER AND JOYFUL BOOK’ CLPE
‘WONDERFULLY WARM’ RED READING HUB
‘A STUNNING PICTURE BOOK’ THE LETTERPRESS PROJECT
‘A MOVING AND POWERFUL BOOK’ MINI TRAVELLERS
LOVE, THE EARTH - WALKER BOOKS, UK/CANDLEWICK PRESS, USA
BY FRANCES STICKLEY, ILLUSTRATED BY TIM HOPGOOD
‘A REASSURING LULLABY OF FAITH AND CO-OPERATION THAT IS ACCESSIBLE TO SMALL CHILDREN’ SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL
‘HOPGOOD BRINGS HIS UNIQUE STYLE TO STICKLEY’S POWERFUL ANTHEM’ THE BOOKSELLER
‘PITCH PERFECT FOR LITTLE ONES IN EVERY WAY’ RED READING HUB
‘EXQUISITE’ BOOKS UP NORTH
WOW! IT’S SNOWING MACMILLAN CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK
2021
MY BIG BOOK OF OUTDOORS - WALKER BOOKS, UK/CANDLEWICK PRESS, USA
KATE GREENAWAY MEDAL NOMINATION 2021
SELECTED FOR THE BEST BOOKS OF 2022 LIST, SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, USA
‘One can almost feel the change of temperature from season to season’ SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, STARRED REVIEW
‘Eye-catching’ BOOKLIST, STARRED REVIEW
‘Full of vibrant artwork’ THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
‘A blissful immersion in the natural world’ THE GUARDIAN
‘The ideal companion for a British summer holiday - wet or dry’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH
‘Exceptionally lovely first book of nature for young children’ THE BOOKSELLER
‘Beautifully illustrated’ DAILY MIRROR
TIM HOPGOOD’S WONDERFUL WORLD OF COLOURS - OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, UK
‘A creative, vibrant, delightful book’ ARMADILLO MAGAZINE
‘A truly special book and an entertaining first lesson in the concept of colour’ LANCASHIRE POST
‘A beautifully illustrated board book that delights in everything that grows’ ACHUKA
‘A lovely introduction to the wonderful world of colour’ RED READING HUB - JILL BENNETT
‘A very special book for young readers’ NORTH SOMERSET TEACHERS’ BOOK AWARD
LOVING KINDNESS - GODWIN BOOKS, HENRY HOLT, USA/ANDERSEN PRESS, UK
BY DEBORAH UNDERWOOD, ILLUSTRATED BY TIM HOPGOOD
‘An affirmative read-aloud ideal for the youngest readers’ PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, STARRED REVIW
‘Hopgood’s vibrant engaging lively images are engrossing’ ARMADILLO MAGAZINE
‘A loving kind of book’ KIRKUS REVIEWS
2020
TIM HOPGOOD’S WONDERFUL WORLD OF ABC - OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, UK/GODWIN BOOKS, HENRY HOLT, USA
A BOOKTRUST ‘GREAT BOOK’, 2020
THE PUBLISHERS’ ASSOCIATION, BEST NEW CHILDREN’S BOOKS, 2020
‘An elegantly executed abecedary’ KIRKUS REVIEWS
‘Dazzling illustrations’ THE SCOTSMAN
‘Accessibly beautiful’ BOOKTRUST
‘A real delight. More than just a standard ABC book’ SCOTTISH BOOKTRUST
2019
CYRIL THE LONELY CLOUD - OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, UK/FLYAWAY BOOKS, USA
A BOOKTRUST ‘GREAT BOOK’ 2019
A CBEEBIES BOOK AT BEDTIME, READ BY DERMOT O’LEARY (BBC)
‘A joyful, witty celebration of rain and difference’ NEW STATESMAN
‘Touching and thought-provoking’ BOOKTRUST
‘Wonderful children’s book’ THE GOOD MEN PROJECT
MATISSE’S MAGICAL TRAIL - OXFORD UNVERSITY PRESS, UK
BY TIM HOPGOOD, ILLUSTRATED BY SAM BOUGHTON
THE CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD SHORTLIST (BOOKS FOR YOUNGER CHILDREN)
NORTH SOMERSET TEACHERS’ BOOK AWARD SHORTLIST
‘A bold picture book that encourages children to notice small things, think big and express themselves’ NURSERY WORLD
2018
MOON RIVER -OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, UK/GODWIN BOOKS, HENRY HOLT, USA
BASED ON THE SONG BY JOHNNY MERCER AND HENRY MANCINI
A CBEEBIES BOOK AT BEDTIME, SUNG BY GREGORY PORTER (BBC)
‘A classic song set to modern illustrations for a delightful reminder that friends are with us even in our dreams’ KIRKUS REVIEWS
‘Once again Hopgood has turned an enduringly popular song into a magical experience that feels brand new’ RED READING HUB
‘A dreamy addition to his growing oeuvre of picture books featuring illustrated songs’ PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
WOW! IT’S NIGHT-TIME - MACMILLAN CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK
ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY, LITTLE ANGEL THEATRE, LONDON
‘A perfect book to share at bedtime’ BOOKTRUST
2017
SINGING IN THE RAIN - OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, UK/GODWIN BOOKS, HENRY HOLT, USA
BASED ON THE SONG BY ARTHUR FREED AND NACIO HERB BROWN
KATE GREENAWAY MEDAL NOMINATION
THE PUBLISHERS’ ASSOCIATION, BEST NEW CHILDREN’S BOOKS, 2018
A CBEEBIES BOOK AT BEDTIME, SUNG BY GREGORY PORTER (BBC)
‘Movie happiness is now picture-book joy’ KIRKUS STARRED REVIEW
‘Catchy lyrics coupled with imaginative illustrations produces something completely new’ SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, USA
‘Beautiful illustrations add a new dimension’ THE PUBLISHERS’ ASSOCIATION
‘Magnificent’ TES FOR SCHOOLS
‘Perfect celebration of rain’ SCOTTISH BOOKTRUST
2016
WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND - OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, UK/GODWIN BOOKS, HENRY HOLT, USA
BASED ON THE SONG BY FELIX BERNARD & RICHARD B SMITH
A CBEEBIES BOOK AT BEDTIME, SUNG BY GREGORY PORTER (BBC)
‘A lovely, tuneful, wintry choice, with page upon page of pelted snow’ THE GUARDIAN
‘A seasonal classic in every sense’ THE DAILY MAIL
‘As picturesque, nostalgic, and quaint as the happiest of holiday memories’ KIRKUS REVIEW
WALTER’S WONDERFUL WEB - MACMILLAN CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK/FARRAR, STRAUS & GIROUX, USA
TEACH PRIMARY NEW CHILDREN'S FICTION AWARD SHORTLIST
CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY, BEST PICTURE BOOKS OF 2016
FEATURED IN THE BEST BABY BOARD BOOKS, JULIA ECCLESHARE, THE GUARDIAN
‘Hopgood’s spider is delightful’ KIRKUS REVIEWS
‘Deceptively jam-packed…it’s truly wonderful’ KINDERLIT, CANADA
‘Wonderfully expressive…with an appealing retro feel’ LOVEREADING4KIDS.CO.UK
‘A lively book about the concept of shape set within an engaging story’ BOOKS FOR KEEPS
‘Interesting, informative and fun’ THE BOOKBAG
THE TRUTH ACCORDING TO ARTHUR - BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING
BY TIM HOPGOOD, ILLUSTRATED BY DAVID TAZZYMAN
THE ENGLISH ASSOCIATION PICTURE BOOK AWARD SHORTLIST
‘Wry, immediately recognisable cautionary tale about fibbing’ BOOKTRUST
‘Highly entertaining’ SYDNEY MORNING HERALD
‘A delightful off-beat book’ IRISH EXAMINER
2015
FABULOUS FROGS - WALKER BOOKS, UK/ CANDLEWICK PRESS, USA
BY MARTIN JENKINS, ILLUSTRATED BY TIM HOPGOOD
SCHOOL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION INFORMATION BOOK AWARD
A JUNIOR LIBRARY GUILD SELECTION, SPRING 2016
‘Hopgood’s mixed-media artwork is rich in greens and browns and full of splattery textures’ KIRKUS REVIEWS
‘Vivid mixed-media illustrations from Hopgood… compositions vary in their use of space, scale, and style’ PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
‘A bright, funny nature book… stylishly illustrated’ SCOTTISH BOOK TRUST
‘Hopgood’s bold and playful illustrations succeed in capturing each frog’s defining characteristics’ LOVEREADING4SCHOOLS
‘Entertaining and sophisticated’ NEW SOUTH WALES, GOV. AUSTRALIA
2014
WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD - OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, UK/GODWIN BOOKS, HENRY HOLT, USA
BASED ON THE SONG BY BOB THIELE & GEORGE DAVID WEISS
A CBEEBIES BOOK AT BEDTIME, SUNG BY GREGORY PORTER (BBC)
‘Hopgood does the impossible and makes a song as ubiquitous as What a Wonderful World feel fresh again. With dazzling artwork that jumps off the page, the colours of the rainbow never looked prettier’ HUFFINGTON POST
‘Each spread is filled with joy. Own this book and feel good’ THE GUARDIAN, BEST NEW CHILDREN'S BOOKS, 2016
‘Lively digital images perfectly complement the uplifting tone’ SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, USA
‘Perfect for sharing’ CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL
‘Utterly enchanting... a beautiful book that will enrich any reader whatever their age’ ARMADILLO MAGAZINE
‘The words are enriched by gorgeous illustrations’ Carousel
‘Bursting with colour and exquisitely illustrated’ LOVEREADING4KIDS.CO.UK
‘A lovely portrayal of the world’ THE BOOK BAG
LITTLE ANSWER - CORGI, RANDOM HOUSE CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK
STOCKPORT CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD SHORTLIST
UKLA BOOK AWARD SHORTLIST
‘A wonderful book full of big questions for little people to think about... Charming artwork and characters make this a delight’ THE BOOKSELLER
‘Beautiful artwork is matched with a text that is as worldly and wise as it is fantastic and funny’ BOOKS FOR KEEPS
‘A picture book which develops children’s thinking skills and opens their minds’ CLPE
‘Little Answer is brilliantly characterised in clever, expressive illustrations’ BOOKTRUST
‘Touching’ PRIMARY TIMES
‘Clever and thought provoking...The perfect book for those endlessly questioning 3 and 4 year olds’ LIBRARIAN’S BOOK CHOICE READINGZONE.COM
HOORAY FOR HOPPY! - MACMILLAN CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK/FARRAR, STRAUS & GIROUX, USA
‘Just the ticket for a little bit of learning on a cold winter day when spring seems far away’ KIRKUS REVIEW
‘Stunning artwork has a delightful retro charm’ LANCASHIRE EVENING POST
‘Delightful mixed media illustrations...seemingly simple but very effective’ RED READING HUB
‘Bold and beautiful introduction to the senses’ LOVEREADING4KIDS.CO.UK
2013
BIG! - CORGI, RANDOM HOUSE CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK
KATE GREENAWAY MEDAL NOMINATION
COVENTRY INSPIRATIONAL BOOK AWARD SHORTLIST
A CBEEBIES BOOK AT BEDTIME, READ BY ISLA FISHER (BBC)
‘Beautifully composed drawings with retro charm... Hopgood catches precisely the situations in which children know they’ve grown’ KING KALLI MAGAZINE, GERMANY
‘Beautifully portrayed...expressive, slightly offbeat illustrations...with a plethora of mathematical ideas and comparative language, this is a must for all early years’ JILL BENNETT, RED READING HUB
TWINKLE, TWINKLE SQUIGLET PIG - EGMONT, UK
BY JOYCE DUNBAR, ILLUSTRATED BY TIM HOPGOOD
‘Dunbar’s joy in words is matched by Hopgood’s exuberant rendering of the inky marine depths’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH
‘Stunning illustrations make this book quite delightful’ BOOKTRUST
‘Hopgood’s glowing undersea scenes add visual sparkle’ BOOKS FOR KEEPS
‘A classic picture book’ PRIMARY TIMES
2012
PING & PONG ARE BEST FRIENDS (MOSTLY) - SIMON & SCHUSTER, UK/SANDY CREEK, USA
A RED HOUSE ‘PICK OF THE YEAR’ BOOK
A BOOKABOO BOOK, SERIES 3, EPISODE 6 (ITV)
A CBEEBIES BOOK AT BEDTIME, READ BY NICKY CAMPBELL (BBC)
‘A beautiful exploration of childhood friendship. Hopgood’s illustrations catch all the emotions... from despair to delight’ INIS MAGAZINE
‘Endearing, bright and witty’ THE BOOKSELLER
‘Hilarious illustrations convey the ups and downs of friendship, which are also beautifully communicated in the deadpan text’ BOOKTRUST
‘A heart-warming story...Beautiful and vivid illustrations’ MATERNITY & INFANT
‘Warm-hearted, superbly illustrated story about the ups and downs of friendship’ EYE
‘Bold, characterful illustrations’ ANGELS AND URCHINS MAGAZINE
‘The importance of friendship is movingly captured in this touching story told with absolute simplicity’ JULIA ECCLESHARE, LOVEREADING4KIDS.CO.UK
2011
THANK YOU FOR LOOKING AFTER OUR PETS - SIMON & SCHUSTER, UK
KATE GREENAWAY MEDAL NOMINATION
BOOKTRUST ‘BEST OF 2011’ LIST
A CBEEBIES BOOK AT BEDTIME, READ BY STACEY SOLOMON (BBC)
‘A fun, bold and simple story... with a brilliant surprise ending’ PRIMARY TIMES
‘Hilarious... A great story to share’ BOOKSTART, BEAR CLUB
‘A delightful and original take on picture books... A clever giggle’ JUNIOR MAGAZINE
‘Colourful, funny and entertaining’ MOTHER & BABY
2010
TIP TAP WENT THE CRAB - MACMILLAN CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK
KATE GREENAWAY MEDAL NOMINATION
SOUTHAMPTON'S FAVOURITE BOOK TO SHARE AWARD SHORTLIST
SELECTED FOR THE SCOTTISH BOOKBUG PACK, 2013
‘Excellent interactive book’ NURSERY EDUCATION PLUS
2009
WOW! SAID THE OWL - MACMILLAN CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK/FARRAR, STRAUS & GIROUX, USA
BOOKTRUST EARLY YEARS AWARD SHORTLIST
A BOOKTRUST CORNER BOOK 2011 & 2013
SELECTED FOR THE SCOTTISH BOOKBUG PACK, 2014
ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY, LITTLE ANGEL THEATRE, LONDON
WOW! A TOURING ART EXHIBITION (2019 -2022) CREATED BY YOUNG ART EXPLORERS, FOR UNDER 5s, FUNDED BY ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND
FEATURED IN THE BEST BABY BOARD BOOKS, JULIA ECCLESHARE, THE GUARDIAN
‘Just the right blend of vivid illustration and engaging text’ DAILY MAIL
‘A perfect bedtime read’ THE HORN BOOK
‘Wow-worthy!’ BOOKLIST USA
‘A solid concept book’ KIRKUS REVIEW
‘Endearing…original first book of colours’ BOOKTRUST
2008
HERE COMES FRANKIE! - MACMILLAN CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK
BOOKTRUST EARLY YEARS AWARD, BEST EMERGING ILLUSTRATOR
KATE GREENAWAY MEDAL NOMINATION
HAMPSHIRE PICTURE BOOK AWARD SHORTLIST
A CBEEBIES BOOK AT BEDTIME, READ BY JB GILL (BBC)
‘Wonderfully warm, cheerful and eloquent... a treat’ FINANCIAL TIMES
‘Gloriously uplifting’ DAILY MAIL
‘Truly inspired and infectiously optimistic - this book is irresistible’ CAROUSEL
‘Musical magic on the page...Fantastic!’ BOOKTRUST
2007
A DOG CALLED ROD - MACMILLAN CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK
RED HOUSE CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD, SHORTLIST
BRITISH BOOK DESIGN AWARDS, SHORTLIST
‘Brilliant!’ I-ON GLASGOW
‘A wonderful fantasy’ JULIA ECCLESHARE, LOVEREADING4KIDS
2006
OUR BIG BLUE SOFA - MACMILLAN CHILDREN’S BOOKS, UK
CAMBRIDGESHIRE 'READ IT AGAIN!' AWARD
KATE GREENAWAY MEDAL NOMINATION
A RED HOUSE ‘PICK OF THE YEAR’ BOOK