Allan Ahlberg

Allan Ahlberg is one of the most beloved and prolific British children's authors, whose books have delighted generations of young readers and their parents. Often collaborating with his late wife, the illustrator Janet Ahlberg, he created some of the most iconic picture books in the English language, including Each Peach Pear Plum and The Jolly Postman. Happy Families: The Audio Collection brings together stories from his much-loved Happy Families series, which follows the lives and adventures of characters like Mr Biff the Boxer, Mrs Plug the Plumber, and Master Money the Millionaire. The stories are funny, warm, and perfectly pitched for young listeners, with Ahlberg's characteristic wordplay and gentle humour shining through every page. Ahlberg has won numerous awards for his contributions to children's literature, including the Kate Greenaway Medal and the Kurt Maschler Award. His books have sold millions of copies worldwide. Happy Families: The Audio Collection is available as an audiobook, giving young listeners a wonderful way to enjoy Ahlberg's classic stories read aloud.