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Eva Wong Nava

Creatives across borders: Eva Wong Nava

February 12, 2024

Eva Wong Nava, a British-Chinese children’s book writer and polyglot, discusses her career, cultural influences, and advocacy for greater representation in children’s literature in the UK. Born in Singapore and having lived in multiple countries, she highlights her journey into writing to reflect diverse identities, particularly addressing the lack of Southeast Asian representation in British publishing. Her work includes sensitivity reading and organizing literary events to promote East and Southeast Asian narratives.

Segun Samson

Creatives across borders: Segun Samson

January 12, 2024

Samson, a multifaceted Nigerian artist and educator, shares his journey from humble beginnings drawing comics in Nigeria to becoming an internationally recognized animator in this comprehensive interview. Through self-taught efforts and key online courses like CGMA, Samson transitioned into significant roles in animation, contributing to projects on Disney+ and Netflix. His work incorporates Nigerian cultural themes, drawing from early inspirations and personal experiences. Samson emphasizes the importance of mentorship, ongoing learning, and global connectivity in the animation industry. He currently offers a 3D Character Design course on Domestika, inspiring others with his unique artistic style and cultural narratives.

Tita Berredo - Brazilian picture book writer and illustrator

Creatives across borders: Tita Berredo

January 6, 2024

Tita Berredo, a Brazilian picture book writer and illustrator, shares her journey from marketing to the arts in the UK in this comprehensive interview. Having transitioned from Brazil to the UK, her artistic career flourished after obtaining a master’s degree from Goldsmiths University and securing representation by Sorche Fairbank. Berredo’s significant achievements include winning a competition at London’s House of Illustration and showcasing her work at the Bologna children’s books fair. Her family background deeply rooted in arts, her strategic exhibition of work, and active participation in societies like SCBWI and AOI have significantly shaped her prosperous career.

SCBWI meets The Accent

SCBWI meets The Accent book

December 1, 2023

The SCBWI British Isles conference 2023 has come and gone. As with last year’s, I wanted to share my thoughts on the whole experience, hence

SCBWI meets Funke & Caroline

SCBWI meets Funke & Caroline

December 22, 2022

The SCBWI British Isle Annual conference 2022 marked our first introduction of Funke and Caroline to the public. Well…sort of; if you consider wearing a

Wafunk Publishing background

Wafunk Publishing background

October 22, 2022

In 2020, when I had my daughter, Funke, I started to think consciously about the kind of education I wanted her to have. I’d only

Voiceover in the countryside

Voiceover in the countryside

August 11, 2022

With a final manuscript for “The Accent“, it was finally time for the voiceover recording session. This is where we voice the characters and narration