book illustrator and animator

I'm in search of a talented book illustrator and animator to bring my story to life through artwork. I'm looking for a cartoonish style and I'm open to any and all color suggestions. I'm trying to create more than 20 illustrations and animations for the book. So, if you are confident you can bring the right look and feeling to this project, I'd love to chat with you about the details of the project. Thank you for your interest in this project! here is a copy of one of the books im writing for children Title: Melody's Magical Music Bus: An Undersea Adventure Once upon a time in the town of Harmonia, there lived a little girl named Melody who loved music more than anything in the world. Her room was filled with musical instruments, and she would spend hours playing and singing her heart out. One sunny morning, as Melody was practicing her favorite song, she heard a faint sound coming from outside her window. Curious, she peeked outside and gasped with delight. There, parked right in front of her house, was a brightly colored bus covered in musical notes and instruments. The bus door swung open, revealing the bus driver, Maestro Marvin, a jolly man with a long white beard. "Hello, Melody!" he exclaimed. "I've been searching for a young music lover like you. I'm Maestro Marvin, and this is my magical music bus. We're going on an incredible adventure under the sea. Would you like to join us?" Melody's eyes sparkled with excitement as she nodded and hopped on board the bus. Inside, the bus was like a concert hall, with seats that looked like giant musical notes. There was even a piano in the back! As the bus rumbled to life, Maestro Marvin explained that they were off to discover the hidden melodies of the deep blue sea. With a wave of his baton, the bus transformed into a submarine, and they dove beneath the waves. They journeyed through coral reefs, where colorful fish danced to the rhythm of the waves. Melody played her ukulele, and the fish swam around, creating a beautiful aquatic orchestra. The bus continued its way, passing by gentle seahorses and graceful turtles, all moving in perfect harmony. Deeper into the ocean, they encountered a grand underwater palace. Inside, Melody discovered a group of singing mermaids. Their voices were so enchanting that Melody couldn't help but join in, blending her voice with theirs. The mermaids were thrilled and invited her to their underwater concert. At the concert, Melody saw sea creatures of all shapes and sizes, clapping their fins and tails to the rhythm of the music. Melody and the mermaids sang together, their voices echoing through the vast ocean. As the adventure came to an end, Melody knew she would never forget this magical experience. The music bus resurfaced, and they bid farewell to the mermaids, promising to return someday. Back in Harmonia, Melody thanked Maestro Marvin for the incredible journey. He smiled warmly and said, "Music has the power to connect us all, even under the sea. Remember, Melody, wherever you go, let your music be your guide." Melody hugged Maestro Marvin and stepped off the bus. She walked back home, her heart filled with joy and the melodies of the undersea adventure. From that day forward, she continued to share her love for music, spreading happiness and harmony wherever she went. And so, the magical music bus continued its travels, searching for young music enthusiasts to join its enchanting adventures, always reminding them of the power of music to unite the world. The end. there is an opportunity to make it for a small series i do as well... here is a YouTube link to the introduction of my series... [login to view URL]