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Ben Cort biography

Ben Cort is a British illustrator known for his work in children’s picture books. He illustrated the bestselling book Aliens Love Underpants, written by Claire Freedman and published by Simon & Schuster in 2007. The book became part of a popular series, including titles such as Dinosaurs Love Underpants, Monstersaurus, and Aliens Love Panta Claus.

Cort has collaborated with several authors, including Jeanne Willis on The Great Dog Bottom Swap and Kes Gray on Octopus Socktopus. His illustrations have appeared in numerous books published by major UK publishers, including Simon & Schuster and Macmillan Children’s Books.

The Aliens Love Underpants series has sold millions of copies worldwide and has been translated into multiple languages. The series was adapted for the stage and has received recognition for its popularity among young readers.

Ben Cort’s work includes Shark in the Dark by Peter Bently and Muddle Jungle by Axel Scheffler. His illustrations are noted for their vibrant colours and engaging characters. In 2015, Aliens Love Underpants was shortlisted for the Red House Children’s Book Award.

His books have been published in over 40 countries. The Aliens Love Underpants series remains a significant part of his bibliography.