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Previous publishing commissions have resulted in interior illustrations for children’s fiction and young adult non-fiction books. Jess has also designed book covers; previous publishing clients have been Penguin Random House UK, Walker books and Two Hoots.

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Joyful Joyful

"A colour-illustrated collection of stories and poems celebrating joy, showcasing 40 talented Black writers and artists from across the world. Curated by Dapo Adeola, with a foreword by Patrice Lawrence. Joyful, Joyful is a book to sing about!". Illustrations created for the story 'Wejborn's Song'

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I Will Not Be Erased

Illustrated all 14 essays for gal-dem's first book I Will Not Be Erased. Published by Walker Books. *Nominated for the 2020 Waterstones Children's Book prize

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Briton's Through Negro Spectacles

Commissioned by Penguin to create a new cover for Britons Through Negro Spectacles written by Merriman-Labor. A joyous, intoxicating tour of London at the turn of the 20th century

Intermezzo

Commissioned by Faber to draw live at the book signing of Intermezzo. I drew bespoke covers for each member of the public.

©2026 Jess Nash

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