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Paul Geraghty
Paul Geraghty
Paul Geraghty
Born (1959-05-03) 3 May 1959 (age 66)
Occupation Author-Illustrator
Nationality South African
Education Natal University
Genre Picture Books and Children's Fiction
Notable works Pig, Solo, Dinosaur in Danger
Notable awards Red House Children's Book Award, Young Africa Award

Paul Geraghty is an amazing author and illustrator of children's books. He was born on May 3, 1959, in Durban, South Africa. Paul is known for his colorful picture books and exciting teenage fiction. His first novel, Pig, even won the Young Africa Award! Today, he lives in London, UK, creating stories that kids and teens love.

Paul's Journey to Becoming an Author

Paul Geraghty studied Fine Arts and English at Natal University in South Africa. He also earned a special diploma to teach. After teaching for two years in Cape Town, he started working in advertising. This is where he met John Bush, who later helped him create three picture books. Paul moved to London in 1986 and has lived there ever since.

What Makes His Books Special?

Paul's picture books often focus on wildlife and nature. He cares a lot about the environment. His illustrations are super detailed and realistic, or sometimes they are fun and silly. He usually uses watercolors to bring his characters to life. His books have been translated into over 20 languages! One of his books, Solo, won the Red House Children's Book Award in 1996.

Paul is also a talented musician and photographer. He loves to travel and explore new places. He often gives talks and draws live for audiences of all ages. People say he has a very inspiring and unique style.

Paul Geraghty's Picture Books

Paul has illustrated many wonderful picture books. Most of them are drawn with watercolors. Here are some of his popular titles:

  • The Giraffe who Got in a Knot (Written by John Bush) (1987)
  • The Cross-with-us Rhinoceros (Written by John Bush) (1988)
  • Over the Steamy Swamp (1988)
  • The Great Knitting Needle Hunt (1989)
  • The Bungle in the Jungle (Written by John Bush) (1989)
  • What on Earth was That? (1990)
  • Look out, Patrick! (1990)
  • Slobcat (1991)
  • Monty’s Journey (1992)
  • The Great Green Forest (1992)
  • The Hunter (1994)
  • Solo (1995)
  • The Wonderful Journey (Oil on canvas) (1999)
  • Tortuga (2000)
  • The Hoppameleon (2001)
  • Dinosaur in Danger (2004)
  • Rotten & Rascal (The Two Terrible Pterosaur Twins) (Mixed media illustrations) (2006)
  • Help Me! (2010)

Novels for Young Readers

Besides picture books, Paul Geraghty has also written novels for older kids and teens.

  • Pig (1988)
  • Tina Come Home (1991)
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