Jill Murphy: UK children's writer
Jill Murphy (5 July 1949 – 18 August 2021) was a British children's author and illustrator.
She was best known for the Worst Witch books and The Large Family picture books. She was called as "one of the most engaging writers and illustrators for children in the land".
Jill Murphy | |
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| Born | 5 July 1949 London, England |
| Died | 18 August 2021 (aged 72) St Mabyn, Cornwall, England |
| Occupation | Children's author, illustrator |
| Alma mater | Chelsea Art School; Croydon School of Art |
| Notable works | The Worst Witch series The Large Family series |
Murphy died on 18 August 2021 of cancer, aged 72.
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