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Jill Murphy

Jill Murphy

AuthorBooks · Second hand1949-2021

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. Her books were adapted for stage and television. She was called "one of the most engaging writers and illustrators for children in the land".

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Birth
1949
Death
2021
First book
1974
Years writing
46
Jill Murphy was a celebrated British author and illustrator of children's literature.
Her most iconic work, The Worst Witch, became a global benchmark for fiction about magic schools.
Beyond writing, Murphy illustrated her own books, bringing unforgettable characters to life.
Her charming story Peace at Last remains one of her most beloved and recognized works.
Throughout her prolific career, she published nearly 300 works that have captivated generations of children.

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