Studiomate Steve

Episode 13: Ben Mantle

Studiomate Steve

Show Notes

Author and illustrator of beautiful and hilarious picture books, including Dick The Delightful Duck (which we discuss extensively!) and many fiction covers and interiors. A super fun and informative episode.

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