Maria Gulemetova author page

Maria Gulemetova biography

Maria Gulemetova is a children’s picture-book author and illustrator. Her picture book Beyond the Fence was written and illustrated by her and was published in paperback on 2 October 2017. The book is 36 pages long and is presented as a story about Piggy, Thomas and a wild pig, with themes of freedom and friendship.

The book is categorised as a picture book and an animal story, making it relevant for primary classroom work on friendship, independence and choice.

Beyond the Fence was included on the 2019 Kate Greenaway Medal shortlist for picture books recommended for children aged 3–12. In 2019, Beyond the Fence was on the Kate Greenaway Medal shortlist.