Brian Selznick

Brian Selznick is a children's book illustrator and author known for his illustrated novels "The Invention of Hugo Cabret," which was adapted into the Academy Award-winning film "Hugo," and "Wonderstruck." Selznick illustrated the 20th anniversary covers of the "Harry Potter" series. His illustrations for Barbara Kerley's "The Dinosaurs of Waterhouse Hawkins" earned a Caldecott Honor Award, and "The Invention of Hugo Cabret" received the Caldecott Medal and was nominated for a National Book Award. "Wonderstruck" debuted at No. 1 on the New York Times bestseller list.

Selznick has illustrated novels and picture books for other writers, including the Sibert Honor books "When Marian Sang" by Pam Muñoz Ryan and "Walt Whitman: Words for America" by Barbara Kerley. His work in children's literature includes "The Marvels," recognized for its blend of illustration and narrative. Selznick has contributed to stage and film projects, including co-writing the screenplay for the animated film adaptation of "The Invention of Hugo Cabret." He participates in literary festivals and conferences, discussing storytelling and visual narrative in children's literature. Selznick continues to receive recognition for his contributions to illustration and storytelling, with invitations to book festivals and speaking engagements focused on the intersection of illustration and narrative in contemporary children's literature.