Alison Oliver is a successful illustrator, artist, and author. She has written and illustrated numerous books for children, including the ‘BabyLit’ series that introduce classic literature to babies and toddlers through fun and engaging illustrations.
Alison Oliver grew up in Northern Virginia and attended the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore.
After graduation, she began her career as a freelance illustrator and worked for various magazines, agencies, and publishers.
In 2011, she collaborated with her friend Jennifer Adams to create the ‘BabyLit’ series, which has since become a popular and beloved collection of board books for young children.
Since then, she has worked on other book projects and collaborations, including a graphic novel adaptation of Jane Eyre.
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A collection of board books for babies and toddlers that introduce classic literature through playful and engaging illustrations.
A graphic novel adaptation of the classic novel by Charlotte Bronte, illustrated by Alison Oliver.
A children's book about a little girl who celebrates the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival with her family, written and illustrated by Alison Oliver.
Alison Oliver is known for her work as an illustrator, artist, and author of children's books. She is particularly famous for her ‘BabyLit’ series, which introduces classic literature to young children through engaging illustrations.
The ‘BabyLit’ series is a collection of board books for babies and toddlers that introduce classic literature through playful and engaging illustrations. Each book focuses on a different classic work, such as ‘Pride and Prejudice’ or ‘Wuthering Heights’, and presents it in a simple and fun way that is accessible to young children.
Alison Oliver was inspired to create the ‘BabyLit’ series by her friend Jennifer Adams, who suggested the idea of using classic literature to teach young children. Alison loved the idea and began working on the first book in the series, ‘Pride and Prejudice’, in 2011. The rest is history!
In addition to the ‘BabyLit’ series, Alison Oliver has illustrated several other children's books, including ‘Mooncake’, a story about a little girl who celebrates the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival with her family, and a graphic novel adaptation of ‘Jane Eyre’.
Alison Oliver's books are available on various online booksellers, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Book Depository. They are also available at many local independent bookstores, so check with your local bookseller to see if they carry them!