Jill Murphy
UK children's writer (1949-2021) · United Kingdom · On the map · Writers · Died at 72
Jill Frances Murphy was a British author and illustrator of children's books. First published by Allison & Busby in 1974, she was best known for the Worst Witch novels and Large Family picture books, with sales amounting to several millions. Murphy's books were adapted for stage and television.
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Awards
About this person
She was called "one of the most engaging writers and illustrators for children in the land".
Country
United Kingdom
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1949 to 2021 · aged 72
Where to find them
The same award as Jill
Chris RiddellBoth received Nestlé Children's Book PrizeJill Paton WalshBoth received Nestlé Children's Book Prize
David AlmondBoth received Nestlé Children's Book Prize
Philip RidleyBoth received Nestlé Children's Book Prize
William NicholsonBoth received Nestlé Children's Book Prize
Lauren ChildBoth received Nestlé Children's Book Prize