Elise Gravel also serves up sage advice to aspiring illustrators. Her basic tenets are: “Enormous amounts of practice”; “Don’t be afraid about making mistakes!”; and, most importantly, ‘have fun’. If the sight of a blank page strikes fear into the heart, Gravel gives encouragement and proffers a list of “Things You can Draw in Your Book”, including: “Funny Clothes”, “Stinky Stuff”, and “The Coolest Toy Store Ever.” This fascinating, quirky and liberating glimpse into the creative process will inspire budding artists and daydreaming doodlers alike.