Bernadette Watts' sumptuous illustrations bring comfort and joy to this delightful Advent calendar. AUTHOR: Bernadette Watts has illustrated many well-reviewed books for children. She illustrates classic fairy tales, such as "The Three Little Pigs,: and writes original stories, including "Will You Be My Friend." Watts created her first picture book under the influence of Beatrix Potter and studied at the Maidstone Art School in Kent, UK.