Category Archives: Book

Banjo’s Dream 2: Saving Sam

Check back to this page as I work on my new children’s book. All text and images are copyright Marshall Ramsey 2024 , Cold fog wrapped the hanger like a wet blanket. Banjo sat alone, worried about his missing friend … Continue reading

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The Drought

Across the highway, a bush hog cut through the dead brush and trees. A small pond, once the watering hole for the local wildlife, was bone dry. The last touches of green were fading from the nature’s palate — the … Continue reading

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Pip’s New Journey

“You want to go for a walk?” Pip’s ears jumped up; and she immediately ran into the cabinets. Yes, I was offering a blind dog a chance to take a walk. Pip made her way over to the front door … Continue reading

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Mr. ML’s introduction

There is nothing more scary than a 12-foot alligator — so I wanted the introduction of Mr. ML to be scary. The next page, however, will show his true nature.

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Families Come in All Shapes And Sizes

I’m world building in this illustration. It probably would be an illustration toward the end of the book.

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Sketch

A sketch for the new Banjo book. I wanted to capture their world, friendship, and family.

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New Banjo Book on the Horizon

Eleven years ago, I wrote and published a book called Banjo’s Dream. It sold over 5,000 copies and became a favorite for a whole generation of kids. During the pandemic, I brought Banjo back with some of his friends. Now … Continue reading

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Skylines Magazine

Thank you, Skylines Magazine (the official publication of the NATA), for featuring my aviation art in your March/Spring magazine. Needless to say, I’m humbled to have a 12-page spread — and the COVER! THANK YOU!!!

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Magnolia Gridiron Cathedrals

I was asked by local writer Nash Nunnery to illustrate his upcoming book, Magnolia Gridiron Cathedrals (it will be out in August). He touched base with me around the first of the year and I had an April 1 deadline … Continue reading

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