1949
Jill Murphy, British children's author (died 2021)
Jill Murphy, British children's author (died 2021)
Jill Murphy, British children's author (died 2021)
Jill Murphy
British author and illustrator (1949–2021)
- Born
- 1949
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".