Bring Your Children's Book to Life

Illustrations that help your story connect with readers

See My Work
Whimsical children's book illustration showing adventure scene with bright colors and engaging characters Professional children's book illustration featuring bear character in lobby setting Detailed children's book illustration showing elderly character on sidewalk scene Dreamy children's book illustration from Mac's Moon Dream story with magical elements Vibrant children's book spread illustration showcasing storytelling artwork

The Challenge of Publishing Your First Book

Bringing Your Vision to Life

You have a clear idea of your characters and story, but translating that vision into professional illustrations feels impossible.

Publishing Confusion

The technical aspects of preparing files for printing, getting your book on Amazon, and marketing it can be overwhelming.

Standing Out

In today's competitive market, the quality of your book's illustrations directly affects its success.

Eric M. Strong

I Guide First-Time Authors Through The Entire Process

Having struggled with reading myself as a child, I know firsthand how powerful the right illustrations can be. After nearly 100 books and years in this field, I've learned that creating art is just part of what I do. What really matters is helping authors bring their vision to life.

Most first-time authors have incredible stories but need guidance on the practical side of publishing. I walk them through everything from choosing the right illustration style to preparing files for print. My goal is creating illustrations that add depth and personality to your characters while keeping young readers turning pages.

A Simple Process For Your Book Project

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1. Discover

We start with understanding your vision, characters, and goals for your book.

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2. Create

I develop sketches and concepts, collaborating closely with you until we've captured your vision perfectly.

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3. Publish

Beyond illustration, I help with the technical aspects of preparing your book for printing and online sales.

Why Authors Trust Me With Their Stories

"Eric took our story and gave life to its characters…the end result was a beautifully illustrated book that my associate and I are very proud of. He is detail oriented and his calm manner allowed us to work quickly and efficiently. He was committed to our project from start to finish. I highly recommend Eric to translate your idea into a graphic design that will more than please."

— Michele C.

"Eric is a gifted illustrator and has a knack for knowing just how I imagined my story would come to life on the pages."

— Jenny S.

"Eric is an amazing illustrator with creativity that goes far beyond what you could imagine. He has the ability to read the words of your story, then turn the words into the most incredible visual representation. Our first book together is outstanding, and I'm looking forward to the completion of number two!"

— Carol M.

"Eric is the BEST! His illustrations are fantastic and he was great to work with. He guided me through the whole process and even gave some creative suggestions. I could not have done this book without him. I will definitely use him again and refer others."

— Nick B.

Ready to Make Your Book Dream a Reality?

Don't let poor illustrations keep your book from being a best seller. Let's make a book that delights young readers.