Jeanne Willis
Jeanne Willis (born St Albans, England[1]) is an author of several children's books, including The Monster Bed (1986),[2] the Dr. Xargle's Book of... series (1988–2004), and Shamanka (2007). Willis was also a contributor to the authorised Winnie-the-Pooh sequel, The Best Bear in All the World.[3] Willis lives in London, England, with her husband and two children.
Awards[]
- Red House Children's Book Award 2007 - Who's In The Loo?[4]
- The Red House and Sheffield Children's Book Awards 2007 - Who's In The Loo?[5]
- Silver Smarties Prize 2003 (0–5 years category) - Tadpole's Promise[6]
In Search of the Hidden Giant is one of her best books, with exquisite narrative and mystery.
References[]
- ^ Birthplace information sourced from Library of Congress Authorities data, via corresponding WorldCat Identities linked authority file (LAF).
- ^ The Monster Bed, about the author
- ^ "Winnie-the-Pooh sequel details revealed". The Bookseller.
- ^ "Past winners from 2000-2007 of the Red House Children's Book Award". www.redhousechildrensbookaward.co.uk.
- ^ "Sheffield Children's Book Award Past Winners List". sheffield.gov.uk.
- ^ "Nestlé Children's Book Prize - Past Winners". booktrusted.co.uk. Archived from the original on 13 May 2008. Retrieved 30 November 2008.
External links[]
- Author's Website
- Works by or about Jeanne Willis in libraries (WorldCat catalog)
- Bibliography
- Author Profile
- Jeanne Willis at Andersen Press
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