Katie Cottle

Katie Cottle

  • 5 stars across 4 books
Katie is an illustrator and print-maker living and working in Bristol. Her work is mainly based around a narrative and often informed by the marks and colours created through traditional lithography. She also works digitally, using an iPad, and occasionally paints with gouache.



Katie won the Batsford Prize for children book illustration with her story 'Home Grown'. She has also received 'highly commended' at the Macmillan Prize for Illustration on several occasions. she received a 'One to Watch' award at D&AD New Blood in 2017.
7th March 2019

The Green Giant

A timely new picture book that taps into our concern for the environment, greening our cities and guerrilla gardening. ... MoreThe Green Giant

(4 reviews) Review
6th August 2020

The Blue Giant

A poignant and timely picture book that introduces children to the issues of pollution, waste management and the ocean, ... MoreThe Blue Giant

(3 reviews) Review
7th August 2008

Night Flight

A new life should be exciting - but for Danni, it's a battle. He and his 'Aunty' live in a tower block, with only distan... MoreNight Flight

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6th March 2025

The Tortosaurus

Dot just wants to fit in at her new school, but is pretending she has a pet tortosaurus really a good idea? This gorgeou... MoreThe Tortosaurus

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