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Julia Donaldson
b. 1948·British
Julia Donaldson is a British children's author and playwright born on September 16, 1948, best known for her beloved picture books featuring rhyming text, most notably The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom, many of which were illustrated by Axel Scheffler. She served as the UK Children's Laureate from 2011 to 2013, a role that recognized her outstanding contribution to children's literature. Her picture book series has delighted generations of young readers worldwide and cemented her place as one of Britain's most celebrated authors for children.
