Penguin competition brief.
The Wind in the Willows book cover and book sleeve.

Shortlisted for the Penguin Design Award

Menacing jaws on the front cover highlight the dangerous side to this well-known book, expressing the presence of the stoats and weasels. When the sleeve is removed, the more serene-looking Wild Wood, although still scary due to the creatures lurking within, is revealed. Vulnerable Mole, his sense of adventure and curiosity overcoming him, is seen wandering on his own between the tall trees, leaving paw prints along the way. The colour palette and illustrations are vibrant and engaging for young children, encouraging them to pull the book from its shelf and read this timeless story.