Charles Santore

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Charles Santore (born 1935 in Philadelphia) is an American illustrator best known for his children's books. His work is on display permanently at the Brandywine River Museum and the Museum of Modern Art. He won the Hamilton King award from the New York Society of Illustrators. His book William the Curious won the 1998 Storytelling World Honor from Storytelling magazine. In the 1970s, he was one of the most prolific illustrators of TV Guide covers. He is based in Philadelphia. A branch library in South Philadelphia is named Charles Santore Library after his father, a political leader.