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Hilary Leung
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Proud dad and picture book maker. Repped by Alex Penfold.
website: hilaryleung.com
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I can’t stop staring at my students’ Alien Mummy Cats. These are simply fantastic! 🛸😻
Black and white line drawing of an alien mummy cat by an 8 year old student. Black and white line drawing of an alien mummy cat with a mouse sitting on the cat’s back by an 8 year old student. Black and white line drawing of an alien mummy cat, ice cream cone, and space ship by an 8 year old student.
January 28, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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Wishing you and yours the happiest holiday! 💛
December 24, 2024 at 6:14 PM
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During lockdown, my kids and I illustrated every houseplant in our home. This one is by my 10yo housemate. We've uploaded this one to Society6, in case you wanted to order a print. 40% Off Sale!

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A coloured pencil drawing of a leafy houseplant inside a light blue cylinder flower pot. A photo of a living room with a grey sofa couch and bronze side table. There are books on top, two water glasses, and a vase sitting on the table . A framed print featuring a coloured pencil drawing of a leafy houseplant inside a light blue cylinder flower pot is hanging on the wall. A coloured pencil drawing of an orchid plant inside an orange flower pot.
December 5, 2024 at 4:06 PM
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This project has been an absolute joy, and I hope this anthology inspires readers to appreciate the beauty of storytelling and art by these talented young creators.

Thanks to The Reading Project, Story Planet, and KayGeni for making this anthology possible! 📚✨
A photograph of a diverse group of students sitting in a circle in front of a projection screen. A student and facilitator are speaking to the group.
December 4, 2024 at 3:38 PM
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The stunning autumn colors and vibrant wildlife all around influenced my design, reflecting the energy and warmth of the students’ work. I wanted the cover to feel like a secret invitation into their stories and illustrations, showcasing their unique voices and dreams.
A photograph taken inside a forest. All the autumn leaves cover the sky and as far as the eye can see. Golden colours shimmer and dance throughout the entire shot.
December 4, 2024 at 3:38 PM
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Creating the cover art and working with this class has been a wonderful journey. Inspired by the beautiful facilities nestled in a magical forest by the waterside, I aimed to capture the spirit of exploration and creativity that blossomed during our time together.
A book cover for an anthology by a group of young authors, entitled, “Whispers from the Story Tree”. Three diverse children stand in front of a big tree with an owl sitting in the tree nook. The cover is primarily autumn colour palette used is golden yellows, oranges, and browns.
December 4, 2024 at 3:38 PM
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Looking for the perfect holiday gift for a book-lover in your life? 50% OFF prints today! #CyberMonday
A cute illustration of animal friends sharing a book together in a library. A giraffe, crocodile, ladybug, bear, frog, and sheep are enjoying a book entitled, “Will Bear Share?” A framed illustration of animal friends sharing a book together in a library. A giraffe, crocodile, ladybug, bear, frog, and sheep are enjoying a book entitled, “Will Bear Share?” In the foreground, there is a clean white desk with a book, white analog clock, and leafy houseplant. A cute illustration of a young blond hair girl reading a book with three different sized bears. Each character is independently enjoying their own book. A framed desktop illustration of a young blond hair girl reading a book with three different sized bears. Each character is independently enjoying their own book. There is also a tape dispenser, pen, pad of paper, and a potted houseplant on the same desk.
December 2, 2024 at 7:02 PM
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Hi friends! Society6 is having their annual #BlackFridaySale. Perfect time to support your fav kid lit artist and gift some #kidlitart this holiday!

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November 29, 2024 at 3:16 PM
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#Toronto Parents! I'm facilitating a PA Day Workshop tomorrow (Fri. Nov. 29). Bring your kiddos down to Story Planet and make a great gift for the family to enjoy! www.eventbrite.ca/e/doodle-clu...
A banner featuring 6 hand drawn artwork of plush toys by kids for a card game that promotes a drawing workshop in Toronto.
November 28, 2024 at 6:16 PM
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QRP with your skull art 💀
#ArtShare

#Illustrartion

#KidLitArt
A cartoon skeleton is sitting in a rocking chair and knitting a green sock, while an adorable black kitten is playing with the same ball of yarn.
November 28, 2024 at 6:31 AM
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1. Mary Taws' homemade berry cake might be my all time favourite cake. ❤️
A fan-made berry cake is beautifully baked in the foreground of this photo. The board book "Will Bear Share?" stands in the background opened to the scene featuring the very same berry cake. A library catalog card also stands off to the left with a special message typed out for the birthday party guests.
November 22, 2024 at 7:14 AM
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Sorry to miss this chat, friends! For the record, while I am firmly on #TeamCake, I like y'all more than cake.
A cartoon bear holding a white tea cup and offering her ladybug friend a slice of chocolate cake with white frosting and a cherry on top. Ladybug is visibly excited about this kind gesture. The seven words, "I like you more than cake." is written above the illustration.
November 22, 2024 at 7:03 AM
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✨ SUNDAY DOODLE CLUB is back!

🚀 Embark on a creative journey with our family-friendly drawing and writing workshop! Join us for fun drawing games, imaginative storytelling, and collaborative creation.
A landscape shaped banner advertising event details. SDC and Story Planet logo sitting along the top in a white rectangle. Left side has an opaque blue sash Reading Weekends at YZD with address and TCAF logo below that. The right side of the banner features a photo of a bald Chinese man wearing glasses and drawing with a smiling young artist wearing a green baseball cap.
November 14, 2024 at 4:16 PM
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Post a hug from your portfolio 🫂
#KidLitArt

#ArtShare

#Illustration
Small cartoon ladybug jumping into tall giraffe's arms for a big hug. Both friends are happy and smiling at each other.
November 8, 2024 at 8:02 PM
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In other news, last week my neighbours mistook me for a tennis player. 🎾

#KidLit #KidLitArt
November 8, 2024 at 5:00 PM
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* fingers & toes crossed * Also “Hello neighbour!”
A photo from deep inside an autumn forest. Tall beautiful deciduous trees all around have exploded with stunning red, orange, and yellow leaves. The sun is peaking between the golden shimmering foliage.
November 8, 2024 at 2:40 PM
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🍁 Hi! I'm Hilary, a Canadian-born Chinese author/illustrator based in Toronto.
🌿 I'm available to make fun and meaningful picture books and board books.
🍃 Rep'ed by the talented Alex Penfold at Upstart Crow Literary.
www.upstartcrowliterary.com/illustrators...
🍂 #KidlitArtPostcard
An illustrated autumn scene with three young diverse children standing around a big beautiful tree with an owl sitting inside a knot hole.
November 7, 2024 at 5:26 PM
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Today is a perfect day to take a break and enjoy some great Canadian books!

#IReadCanadianDay 🍁📚

Learn more here: ireadcanadian.com/day/
An cute illustration of a white goose, brown beaver, brown bear, dark brown owl and deer sharing an orange book together. A large "I Read Canadian" logo is sitting above their heads.
November 6, 2024 at 3:17 PM
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Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! My name is Hilary Leung and I write & illustrate books for kids.

I’m interested in board book and picturebook projects!

Portfolio - hilaryleung.com
Agent - Alex Penfold, Upstart Crow Literary

#kidlitart 📚🖍️
Two cartoon trucks reading a book together. A tortoise and road runner in the foreground look on.
October 4, 2024 at 12:57 AM
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Good news! I found out where they host their monthly meetings…
Big yellow door with a metal name plate that reads, “FAN ROOM”.
July 24, 2024 at 1:54 PM
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Happy #BookFaceFriday! 🦒📚

Courtesy of the fine folks over at Nebraska Library Commission. 🙌 nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/nlcblog/2020...
An arm is holding a picture book (Will Giraffe Laugh?) in front of a baby giraffe sitting at the zoo. The book cover features an unimpressed cartoon giraffe face which lines up with the body of the real animal.
July 19, 2024 at 2:38 PM
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Wishing you all the BEST #PortfolioDay!

I’m a Canadian-born Chinese author/illustrator based in Toronto. I love making fun and meaningful children's books.

Repped by the amazing Alex Penfold at Upstart Crow Literary.

www.upstartcrowliterary.com/illustrators...
An illustration depicting a cartoon raccoon and frog looking at their own reflections at the bottom of a well. They are exchanging silly banter with each other. An illustration of a happy red lizard pushing a shopping cart full of their favourite groceries in a juice aisle. An unimpressed turtle clerk grumpily looks on, in the background. A smiley toddler sitting I. A rocking chair is holding onto the board book “Will Sheep Sleep?”
July 9, 2024 at 5:28 PM
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I don't believe I ever shared this 2012 photo with you. Sorry for the delay!
July 9, 2024 at 4:25 PM
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Saw a friend’s picture book displayed upside down at the local library. I left it, as is. What would you have done? 🙌@reneekurilla.bsky.social #kidlitart
Renee Kurilla’s picture book, “One Upside-Downy Day” is displayed upside down on top of a library bookshelf. The cover features an African American child hanging upside down on a green money bar.
July 8, 2024 at 10:37 PM
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Another Fan Brothers fan spotted at my local TPL story walk! 🙌 #CanKidLit #kidlitart @ericfan.bsky.social @terryfan.bsky.social
A wild brown rabbit sitting beside a mounted sign, featuring a picture book spread illustrated by Terry and Eric Fan.
July 6, 2024 at 7:59 PM