You can obviously see the influence of both in my recent work, I think.Īnd so, I feel incredibly honored that this book is included in this acclaimed collection. These books shaped my view of what comics could be. I vividly remember Sarajevo Tango (by Hermann) and The Photographer (by Guibert / Lefèvre / Lemercier). This collection had “comics for grown ups” and I loved looking at the detailed drawings and engaging subjects. My favorites were the comics from the AIRE LIBRE collection of Dupuis. But an old VW bus gives her the freedom she is looking for, and perhaps even a new love…Īs a young girl growing up, I always took comics from the local library in my hometown. She’s in a relationship that’s far past its due date, in a house that is suffocating her. The main character, Josy, is far from happy in her life.

But I loved drawing it, perhaps because of that very contrast. It was quite a change from the dusty Dust Bowl from “Jours de Sable” to the wintery landscapes of France. I made this one with the incredible Ingrid Chabbert for Éditions Dupuis.

It’s quite hard to believe, but it’s only 4 more days till my new book comes out: “Soixante Printemps En Hiver”īefore the storm breaks loose, I’d like to introduce this special project to you myself She is the illustrator the novel has been waiting for.’ Aimee’s developing vision of Lord of the Flies brings to life its island landscapes, both idyllic and violent, with the boys as individuals it crystallises their emotions and fears. Aimée de Jongh is the ideal visual interpreter: a committed, superbly talented draughtswoman, with a deep understanding of the novel and a determination to convey its special power. Golding’s daughter, Judy Golding Carver, said: I’m extremely honoured to work on this in close collaboration with the book’s original publisher Faber&Faber and the Golding family.įaber is thrilled to announce the first graphic novel adaptation of William Golding’s defining classic, Lord of the Flies, illustrated by acclaimed Dutch artist Aimée de Jongh, for publication in September 2024. Those who know me well, know that I’ve been wanting to make this book for over 10 years.

I’m SO thrilled to finally announce this exciting news to all of you, my dear friends! For a year now, I’ve been working on a graphic novel based on the classic novel Lord of the Flies.

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