Jonathan Standing is a concept artist and illustrator renowned for his contributions to prominent video games and television series. His artistic style is characterized by its imaginative scope and detailed execution, creating immersive worlds that captivate audiences. Standing's work often explores themes of fantasy and science fiction, bringing unique visual narratives to life. This book represents his debut as an author, showcasing his distinct storytelling abilities.
"When a young girl befriends a troll, she is disgusted by his strange habits and manners, like loudly burping or scratching his bum with a fork, and tries to teach him to behave in a more 'human' manner. But when she visits his home, the troll city underground, she discovers that the trolls have their own way of doing things, and learns the importance of accepting and celebrating difference"--Publisher's description
Through The Wall is the winner of the 2020 English 4-11 Picture Book Awards (Fiction 7-11 category). The debut book from the hugely talented Jonathan Standing, this is a stunningly-illustrated story with an important message about overcoming prejudice and fear of the other.