The return of the Gruffalo
Summary
Julia Donaldson is a popular children's author known for creating "The Gruffalo," a story about a clever mouse and a monster. Her books have sold millions worldwide, and her latest book "Gruffalo Granny" is the best-selling book in the UK this year.Key Facts
- Julia Donaldson has sold over 75 million books worldwide.
- She started writing children's books in her late 40s after working as a songwriter.
- "The Gruffalo," published in 1999, became a modern classic and was made into a film.
- Illustrator Axel Scheffler created the image of the Gruffalo and did not expect it to become so popular.
- Donaldson's latest book is "Gruffalo Granny," dedicated to her late husband.
- "Gruffalo Granny" is currently the UK’s best-selling book across all genres.
- In the US, her most popular book is "Room on the Broom."
- Donaldson believes reading children's books helps develop empathy and imagination in kids.
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