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Julia Donaldson

Julia Donaldson is one of today's best-loved children's authors. She was the UK Children's Laureate 2011–2013 and has written more than 100 books for children, including the international bestsellers The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom. Her books have received numerous awards, including the Red House Children's Book Award and the Blue Peter Award. She lives in Sussex, England, with her husband.
Room on the Broom Special Edition
Counting Creatures
The Giant Jumperee
Room on the Broom Big Activity Book
Charlie Cook's Favorite Book
Where's My Mom?
The Gruffalo's Child
The Snail and the Whale
The Gruffalo
The Spiffiest Giant in Town
Room on the Broom

Books

Room on the Broom Special Edition
Counting Creatures
The Giant Jumperee
Room on the Broom Big Activity Book
Charlie Cook's Favorite Book
Where's My Mom?
The Gruffalo's Child
The Snail and the Whale
The Gruffalo
The Spiffiest Giant in Town
Room on the Broom

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