Isla McGuckin is a dreamer and a writer and the proud mother of daughters. Endlessly optimistic, Isla believes that words have the power to open hearts, change minds and make the world a better place. Born and raised in urban Yorkshire, Isla now lives in a tiny house beside the seaside in Donegal.

April’s Garden – Isla’s first picture book – has been shortlisted for: 

– KPMG / Children’s Books Ireland Award
– Yoto Carnegie Medal ( Illustration )
– British Book Award ( Discover )