Anne’s School Days is officially out! As you can probably guess by the cover, there’s a whole lot of Gilbert Blythe in this one. The third installment in this Anne of Green Gables inspired series, it was an absolute delight to illustrate. Kallie George’s adaptation is pitch perfect, capturing the spirit of the original in a way that’s wonderfully accessible to younger readers. And it’s such a joy to work with the amazing team at Tundra Books for Young Readers.

Here’s a snapshot of the interior art, as I was painting it last July. That summer, my uncle was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. I dedicated the artwork to him and my aunt, and was able to share the dedication with him before he passed away this spring. Quiet, gentle and incredibly selfless, I’m profoundly grateful to have had him in my life.