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Jason Brown is a children’s author and illustrator based in Kiddington, Oxfordshire. His love of science fiction, fantasy and cryptozoology has inspired both his written and illustrated work. His self-published children’s book, Carl Loft and the Oover Monster, was a successfully funded Kickstarter project that transformed his planned digitally printed paperback into a beautiful, litho-printed hardback book. A revised, second edition is now available in a selection of local independent bookshops in and around the Oxfordshire area. Jason also attends arts and crafts markets, where he sells a wide range of themed merchandise based on the characters from his book. These include handmade monster bookmarks, greetings cards, ‘How to Identify Monsters’ posters, character fridge magnets and high-quality A4 prints featuring illustrations from the book. He also enjoys visiting local schools, where he not only reads to the children but also tutors a creative arts and crafts session afterwards.
It was always a dream of mine to one day illustrate my own children’s book. As a keen drawer, I was never your traditional landscape, still life kind of artist, more a scaly monster, giant robot kind of guy. These sci-fi leanings have clearly shaped my choice of story and characters. I absolutely love storytelling, especially the responsibility it gives you for teaching children about the world we live in. I know that Carl Loft is just the first of many stories I plan to write and illustrate, and the bonus of reading to children in schools and public events is one of the highlights of my illustration career.
– Jason Brown, Owner
