How he became Robert Munsch's illustrator for 46 years
The Globe and Mail · Published on October 17, 2026
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Michael Martchenko has illustrated more than 50 books by beloved children’s author Robert Munsch, and it all started with The Paper Bag Princess. In an interview with The Globe, he shares the chance encounter that sparked their 46-year collaboration. Video by Melissa Tait and Deborah Baic/The Globe and Mail. #RobertMunsch #BookTok Subscribe to The Globe and Mail's Morning Update to get stories directly in your inbox: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/newsletters/subscribe-morning-update/
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