Jacqueline Wilson, illustrated by Nick Sharratt

Author

Jacqueline Wilson is one of the most beloved and bestselling children's authors in British publishing history — a writer whose honest, compassionate novels about the real challenges of childhood have sold over forty million copies and been translated into dozens of languages. Born in Bath in 1945 and raised in Kingston upon Thames,... Wilson began writing stories as a child and published her first novel at the age of twenty-four. She worked as a journalist for Jackie magazine (which she claims was not named after her) before devoting herself to children's fiction. Tracy Beaker — the feisty, imaginative girl living in a children's home — is her most iconic creation. The Story of Tracy Beaker, The Dare Game, and Starring Tracy Beaker became bestselling books and a beloved CBBC television series. But Wilson's range extends far beyond Tracy Beaker: Baby Love, The Illustrated Mum, Hetty Feather, Cookie, and over a hundred other titles tackle subjects including foster care, divorce, bereavement, mental illness, poverty, and family breakdown with honesty, warmth, and respect for young readers. Wilson was appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2008 and served as Children's Laureate from 2005 to 2007. Her partnership with illustrator Nick Sharratt has created some of the most recognisable book covers in children's publishing. The audiobook editions of Wilson's novels are warm and engaging — perfect for young listeners. Her books and audiobooks are essential for children who need stories that reflect their real lives, and for the adults who remember growing up with them. Read more Show less