Ciaran J Curley

(My wife, son & I beside an electricity box that I was commissioned to paint with a page from ‘What Rollo Did Next…’

About the Author:

My name is Ciaran J. Curley. I am a Children’s Author & Illustrator based in Dublin, Ireland. I am proud Father of one and a husband. Outside of Family life, I have many interests such as playing the banjo, Irish literature & history and training, however, my true passion lies within Children’s literature & illustrations.

Whilst I have always had a passion for art & story telling, ever since becoming a Father in 2020, this has magnified hugely. I love an engaging Children’s story that ignites imaginations, delivers a message and has fun, colourful illustrations.

I base my stories on real life events, however, I attempt to deliver the message in a simplistic, child friendly way via a children’s picture book format. I try to tell a story in a way that is both honest to the overall message but also engaging to younger readers. I have also worked hard to ensure that the illustrations compliment the story being told and are visually appealing to children and adults alike.

I hope you enjoy my work and I am very happy to receive feedback.

Thank you.

Inspirations include: 

• Debi Gliori (Author & Illustrator)
• Julia Donaldson (Author)
• Giles Andreae (Author)
• Guy Parker-Rees (Illustrator)
• Tom Percival (Author & Illustrator)
• Axel Scheffler (Illustrator)