Deanna Molinaro writes and illustrates wonderful not-for-children books that I would like to my kids, if I had some. But why not for children? The books have cute illustrations, adorable creatures and don't have Manichaean stories as the usual books for kids. My favourite is Lonely Sea Monster, which now is available to buy on-line.

She also creates pretty paintings and drawings, and clay sculptures The combination of a cute design with some macabre style is what makes her works very special and so adorable to me. Visit also her blog for news. (via the dead ToM)