Key Colours 2024 Winner – Who Reached the Dream of Publication?
The Key Colours 2024 competition—an international picture book illustration prize organized by Clavis Publishing (Belgium)—has officially come to a close, showcasing outstanding talent from around the world. So, who is the Key Colours 2024 winner? Which story will be published? Let’s take a closer look at the highlights from this year’s competition.
About the Key Colours 2024 Competition
Theme and Judging Criteria
Key Colours is a biennial competition dedicated to original, unpublished picture books for children aged 2 to 7. Each entry must be a complete story told through both text and illustrations.
The judging criteria include:
- Originality of the story
- Illustration quality
- Ability to connect with children
- International appeal and cultural diversity
Scale and Submissions This Year
In 2024, Key Colours received over 300 entries from more than 40 countries, signaling a growing global interest in children's illustration. In addition to strong participation from Europe, the competition welcomed many submissions from Asia, Latin America, and Africa.
Additional Awards and Honorable Mentions
Children’s Choice Award
Voted on by children visiting the Key Colours exhibition in Hasselt, Belgium, the Children’s Choice Award went to:
🟢 “Monster in the Closet” – Author: Jiwon Lee (South Korea)
This playful and unexpected story helps children overcome their fear of the dark through a humorous and imaginative twist.
Other Notable Mentions
The jury also highlighted these promising talents: “Die Prinzessin und ihr Ritter” – Author: Gabor Tom Steisinger.
Both were praised for their unique artistic styles and touching, universally relatable themes—each showing strong potential for future publication.
Conclusion
Key Colours 2024 once again confirmed its status as one of the most respected international illustration prizes for children’s books. With its diversity of cultures, narratives, and artistic expression, this year’s competition not only inspired creators but also helped expand the global landscape of children's literature.
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