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Olivia Lomenech Gill’s Illustrated “Fantastic Beasts” Out Tomorrow

by Sophie Reid · November 6, 2017

We’re all still reveling in the delightful illustrations in Jim Kay’s latest illustrated Harry Potter installment, but there’s no time to dwell too much because Bloomsbury already has our next treat lined up. Olivia Lomenech Gill’s illustrated Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, the first of the illustrated Hogwarts library books (the second will be illustrated by Chris Riddell) is due out tomorrow, November 7.

Over the past few weeks, Bloomsbury has been revealing a number of the beasts in the book, giving us a glimpse at the basilisk, merpeople, the Niffler, and more!

 

This week we’ve teamed up with some superbly talented Instagrammers for #ReleaseTheBeasts – revealing a different beast each day from Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them by J.K.Rowling, illustrated by Olivia Lomenech Gill. First up was @lifeandliterature with this photo of the Basilisk. Respond to the beauty of this photo in emojis, and remember that you can preorder the book now (released 7th November). For the rest of the reveals, follow @sammyreadsbooks @weasleysbook @britbookboy and our friends @pottermore #FantasticBeastsIllustrated @olivia_lomenech_gill

A post shared by Bloomsbury Publishing (@bloomsburypublishing) on Oct 31, 2017 at 12:52pm PDT

Repost @weasleysbook ・・・ DRUMROLLLL? Here it is! The full reveal of this gorgeous double page spread for Merpeople in the illustrated Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them?? – – This book is out on November 7th and I’m super excited for everyone to get their hands on it! Olivia Lomenech Gill has done a PHENOMENAL job! – – In the meantime, for more reveals check out: @lifeandliterature, @sammyreadsbooks, @bloomsburypublishing, @pottermore & @britbookboy! – – #ReleaseTheBeasts #fantasticbeasts #fantasticbeastsillustrated

A post shared by Bloomsbury Publishing (@bloomsburypublishing) on Nov 1, 2017 at 9:23am PDT

Repost @britbookboy’s beautiful photo for our #releasethebeasts campaign ・・・ Here it is, you guys! The full reveal of everyone’s favourite furry little jewel snatcher, the Niffler! • Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them by J.K. Rowling, illustrated by @olivia_lomenech_gill, is being published 7th November. To see the final Fantastic Beast reveal before release, be sure to keep your eyes on @pottermore tomorrow. • Who’s planning to get their paws on a copy next Tuesday to brush up on their knowledge of magical beasts?? If you’re a Potter/Fantastic Beasts fan, or just a fan of beautiful art, believe me when I tell you that you need this edition in your library! • Thank you to @bloomsburypublishing for sending me a copy.. I’m off to stare into its beautiful pages for the rest of the day! • #ReleaseTheBeasts #FantasticBeastsIllustrated

A post shared by Bloomsbury Publishing (@bloomsburypublishing) on Nov 2, 2017 at 9:04am PDT

 

You can see more here.

The video below also gives us a glimpse into the book.

 

 

The illustrated Fantastic Beasts is available on November 7 from Bloomsbury (and Scholastic in the US), illustrated by Olivia Lomenech Gill. There’s still time to pre-order your copy – or put it on your Christmas list!

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