Ben Mantle

  • 5 stars across 71 books
Ben Mantle began his illustration career early, picking up his first award in a local library colouring-in competition aged seven. He went on to study Animation at the Surrey Institute of Art & Design before working as an animator. Ben illustrated Callum's Incredible Construction Kit for Egmont which won the Bishop's Stortford Picture Book Award. He is also the illustrator of Giggle, Giggle What's so Funny? (Campbell) as well as Bigger Digger and Rocket Racers for Random House. The Best Christmas Present Ever! is the sequel to Ben's Macmillan debut, The Best Birthday Present Ever! (winner of the 2016 Dundee Picture Book Award). Ben lives and works in Brighton where every year he holds a Christmas cheese party very aptly called 'Merry Cheesemas'.
1st August 2019

The Land of Roar

Dragons, mermaids, unicorns and more. Believing is just the beginning … The first in t... MoreThe Land of Roar

(108 reviews) Review
6th August 2020

Return to Roar

The magical new book in the bestselling middle-grade fantasy adventure series, The Land of Roar. ... MoreReturn to Roar

(34 reviews) Review
20th August 2020

King of the Swamp

A striking and unique story perfect for little people interested in climate awareness and looking after nature. ... MoreKing of the Swamp

(24 reviews) Review
16th May 2019

BOOT small robot, BIG adventure: Book 1

*Shortlisted for the Sainsbury's Book Award* This is a thrill-ride of an adventure, with illustrations by Ben Mantle bri... MoreBOOT small robot, BIG adventure: Book 1

(22 reviews) Review
5th December 2019

Bunnies on the Bus

Watch out! Move out of the way! Hold onto your tails! There are ... BUNNIES ON THE BUS! And they aren't stopping for ANY... MoreBunnies on the Bus

(19 reviews) Review
8th July 2021

The Battle for Roar

The final book in the epic and bestselling children’s fantasy series that will make you believe in magic … ... MoreThe Battle for Roar

(19 reviews) Review
20th January 2022

The After School Detective Club: The Case of the Smuggler's Curse: Book 1

The first in a series of gripping adventure stories for readers 8+, perfect for fans of Enid Blyton.Lucy, Max, Charlie a... MoreThe After School Detective Club: The Case of the Smuggler's Curse: Book 1

(17 reviews) Review
3rd March 2022

Bunnies in a Boat

Watch out! Hold onto your tails! The bunnies are back. And this time they're in ... a BOAT!The bunnies are back! And thi... MoreBunnies in a Boat

(17 reviews) Review
25th January 2018

Little Red Reading Hood

Whilst leaving footpaths should never be done, Straying from stories is all sorts of fun! Little Red Read... MoreLittle Red Reading Hood

(15 reviews) Review
3rd September 2020

BOOT: The Creaky Creatures: Book 3

For fans of Toy Story and Charlie Changes into a Chicken, this is the third hilarious, warm-hearted story about a small... MoreBOOT: The Creaky Creatures: Book 3

(15 reviews) Review
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