Sophie Riches is an Indigenous-Canadian illustrator and certified scribbler creating colourful, texture-rich illustrations for children’s books. She enjoys blending traditional and digital media to craft fun, character-driven artwork that adds whimsy, silliness, and a sense of wonder to every narrative!

The Three Sisters

The Three Sisters is a children’s book that honours and reimagines an Indigenous legend known across Turtle Island. Through vibrant, collage-style illustrations, children are invited to explore the story and discover the bond and love shared by the Three Sisters.

Witchin’ in the Kitchen

Witchin’ in the Kitchen is a wacky, whimsical take on a cookbook for young readers. Join Hagatha, a self-proclaimed cookie connoisseur, as she scribbles and scrawls her way to conjure the perfect recipe.

Home

A collection of images from Home, a children’s book dedicated to Sophie’s dad, that highlights the unbreakable bond between families across great distances.

Cashew’s Big Adventure

These postcard illustrations are a love letter to Sophie’s late dog, Cashew, telling the story of the larger-than-life personality within such a small dog.

The Great Big Tangle

Excerpts from The Great Big Tangle, a silly picture book that tells the story of Tina, a young girl who finds that her hair has twisted into a tangle.