Nina Bawden

Nina Bawden (1925-2012) was a distinguished British novelist who wrote for both adults and children over a career spanning more than fifty years. She is best remembered for her children's novels, particularly Carrie's War, which has become a modern classic of British children's literature and a staple of school reading lists. Bawden's writing for children was notable for its refusal to talk down to young readers, addressing complex emotions and difficult wartime experiences with honesty and sensitivity. She was also a highly regarded adult novelist, producing over twenty novels exploring family dynamics and social relationships. Her books and audiobooks continue to move and inspire readers and listeners of all ages.