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Briony May Smith biography

Briony May Smith is a British author and illustrator known for her work in children’s picture books. She studied illustration at Falmouth University. Smith has illustrated and written several books, including Margaret’s Unicorn, published by Walker Books in 2020, and The Mermaid Moon, published in 2022. She has also illustrated works for other authors, such as Imelda and the Goblin King and Witch in Training by Michelle Robinson.

Her illustrations have appeared in books published by Walker Books, Two Hoots, and other major publishers. Smith’s work has been recognised by the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, where Margaret’s Unicorn was shortlisted in 2021. She has also illustrated The Giant’s Necklace by Michael Morpurgo and To the Edge of the World by Julia Green.

Briony May Smith’s books have been translated into several languages. Her illustration style is noted for its detailed and atmospheric qualities. In 2023, she published The Baker by the Sea with Walker Books. Her work continues to receive recognition within the children’s publishing industry.