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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Entertainment
Susanna Twidale

Gruffalo to return in first new book in 20 years

Gruffalo will return to children's bookshelves next year in a brand new adventure, marking the fearsome but easily fooled monster's first fresh adventure in more than two decades.

Publisher Macmillan Children’s Books confirmed the news on Thursday, promising a fresh tale from Julia Donaldson, creator of the globally popular character, in September 2026.

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