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THINGS I LIKE:
STEM & science themes
UFOs, ghosts, & magic
Out-there situations
Ridiculous humor
Cats!
Marissa Valdez
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Open to:
PB, CB, BW interiors, covers
Marissa is the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Ambitious Girl and Hattie Harmony: Worry Detective picture book series. She’s especially drawn to stories that are overflowing with humor, wit, and adventure. Marissa draws inspiration from wandering around natural science museums, snail-watching, and solving puzzles with her two cats and husband in Birmingham, UK.
Portfolio
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