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Lauren O'Hara lives in Dublin. She is the illustrator of Sophie Dahl's children's book Madame Badobedah, which was a Sunday Times Children's Book of the Year and has sold over 12,000 copies in hardback. Lauren has been nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal twice and shortlisted for the Children's Books Ireland Award. With her sister Natalia O'Hara as author, she illustrated Hortense and the Shadow and The Bandit Queen.

Trade Review
'Lauren’s wonderful illustrations bring back so many memories for me. This is your very own tour to see everything that goes on in every room of the Royal Opera House' - Darcey Bussell, former Principal Ballerina with The Royal Ballet
'A delightful peek behind the curtain at the true magic of the Royal Opera House – O’Hara’s illustrations dance across the page' - Kiran Millwood-Hargrave
'Beautifully produced … opens up those usually hidden sights and sounds of the theatre in a wonderfully accessible, friendly way. O’Hara’s wonderful illustrations bring everything to life' - SeeingDance
'Hugely entertaining … a real eye-opener' - Armadillo
'Delightful … enchanting illustrations' - Dance Europe
'Full of fascinating facts, funny puns and a hint of mischief! ... the illustrations here are sublime, perfectly capturing the magic and majesty of the Royal Opera House. Prepare to want to visit after reading this one' - The Little Literary Society
'Magical' - SLOAN! Magazine
'Packed with fascinating facts … the lovely art and approachable text make it read like a wonderful storybook' - Storytime Magazine

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    Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
    Publication Date: 01/09/2022
    ISBN13: 9780500652510, 978-0500652510
    ISBN10: 0500652511

    Description

    Book Synopsis
    Lauren O'Hara lives in Dublin. She is the illustrator of Sophie Dahl's children's book Madame Badobedah, which was a Sunday Times Children's Book of the Year and has sold over 12,000 copies in hardback. Lauren has been nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal twice and shortlisted for the Children's Books Ireland Award. With her sister Natalia O'Hara as author, she illustrated Hortense and the Shadow and The Bandit Queen.

    Trade Review
    'Lauren’s wonderful illustrations bring back so many memories for me. This is your very own tour to see everything that goes on in every room of the Royal Opera House' - Darcey Bussell, former Principal Ballerina with The Royal Ballet
    'A delightful peek behind the curtain at the true magic of the Royal Opera House – O’Hara’s illustrations dance across the page' - Kiran Millwood-Hargrave
    'Beautifully produced … opens up those usually hidden sights and sounds of the theatre in a wonderfully accessible, friendly way. O’Hara’s wonderful illustrations bring everything to life' - SeeingDance
    'Hugely entertaining … a real eye-opener' - Armadillo
    'Delightful … enchanting illustrations' - Dance Europe
    'Full of fascinating facts, funny puns and a hint of mischief! ... the illustrations here are sublime, perfectly capturing the magic and majesty of the Royal Opera House. Prepare to want to visit after reading this one' - The Little Literary Society
    'Magical' - SLOAN! Magazine
    'Packed with fascinating facts … the lovely art and approachable text make it read like a wonderful storybook' - Storytime Magazine

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