Candice Hartsough says, “it was wonderful to see the family being interviewed talking about working together to heal and move forward in a positive way. I knew I wanted to be a part of this important project and was thankful I was brought on to help.”

It's hard enough to watch a family member struggle with mental illness. But when shame and secrecy compound the pain, children suffer more. SHA artist Margaret Kimball brings that trauma into the light in her new illustrated memoir, And Now I Spill The Family Secrets. Learn more and grab a book club kit on the blog!

Penelope Dullaghan imagines five phantasmagoric river towns—from a row of houses laid out in front of rowers and their kayaks, to a city on the shell of a World Turtle. Learn more about this series—and Dullaghan's inspiration—on the blog.

A clear creative brief is an essential tool to help you work seamlessly with an illustrator. The brief lets you communicate your vision and ensures you get fantastic art delivered on time.

We recently asked Meg Hunt to take some time out of her busy schedule to discuss her process, her inspiration, and the ways in which her background shaped her as an artist and a professional.

Maybe you’ve never worked with an illustrator before. Maybe you’re looking forward to the experience. Maybe you’re a little, oh, shall we say, “green” in this regard? Well, you’re in luck. Knowing just a few things will make you waaaay more prepared. Basically a seasoned pro.