Jill Murphy
UK children's writer
- Born
- 5 July 1949, Merton Park
- Died
- 18 August 2021, aged 72
Jill Frances Murphy (5 July 1949 – 18 August 2021) 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. Murphy's books were adapted for stage and television. She was called "one of the most engaging writers and illustrators for children in the land".
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