Here is the official catalog of the 2008 Bologna Illustrators Exhibition, showcasing recent work by some of the world’s finest children’s book illustrators, including Einar Turkowski, winner of this year’s Hans Christian Andersen Medal. The exhibition is one of the largest and most prestigious international competitions for children’s book artists, attracting nearly 2,600 artists from around the world, narrowed down to the 99 presented in this catalog. Filled with a wide variety of paintings, drawings, and collages chosen for their originality and artistic quality, it’s the ideal reference for all who delight in the magic of children’s book art.