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The Guardian view on the Gruffalo: a well-timed comeback, wart and all

Editorial: The next challenge for Julia Donaldson’s monster is to get its claws into parents and persuade more of them to read aloud

The Guardian - UK

Gruffalo set to return next year with first book in more than 20 years

British writer Julia Donaldson and German illustrator Axel Scheffler have announced they are working on a new outing for the monster in the deep dark wood...

Euronews

Gruffalo to return in first new book in 20 years

The first two books from Julia Donaldson sold more than 18.2 million copies globally

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New Gruffalo picture book to be released next year

Children’s book duo author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler will work on the untitled Gruffalo story to be published in September 2026.

Evening Standard

Gruffalo to return with first new book in more than 20 years

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler have announced they are working on a new outing for the monster in the deep dark wood, due out in September 2026

The Guardian - UK

Children’s and teens roundup – the best new picture books and novels

A gosling grows up; a campaign to save trees; the impact of partition; thorny dilemmas; wearing a hijab in Essex and more

The Guardian - UK

A Squash and a Squeeze review – Donaldson and Scheffler favourite crammed with songs

Ingenious puppetry and jolly performances help animate the beloved story about an ever-expanding indoor menagerie

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BBC Radio 2 presenter Jeremy Vine dresses up as The Gruffalo for World Book Day

The 59-year old presenter took part in the fancy dress day to celebrate his favourite children’s book character.

Evening Standard

Picture books for children – reviews

Laughter abounds with tales of mini beasts at bedtime, a box filled with babbling babies and an odd-couple comedy from Julia Donaldson

The Guardian - UK

Best sound books for kids for interactive fun

It’s never too early to introduce a love of books, so here are 10 of the best sound books to make reading to your little one even more fun

Evening Standard

Tiddler illustrator Axel Scheffler considering 'slowing down' as he praises 'masterpiece' new BBC animation

EXCLUSIVE His illustrations have earned him a legion of fans around the world, but the 67-year-old award-winning artist says he feels like his age is ‘creeping up on me’

Evening Standard

‘I’m gonna be like, so famous to children!’: Jayde Adams on Strictly, sisterhood and her kids’ TV classic

Want a raucous Christmas? Invite the Alma’s Not Normal star. Ahead of her role in the BBC’s animated adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Tiddler, she talks lobsters, prosecco – and Adele

The Guardian - UK

Top Tonies and Toniebox deals still available for Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Save big on Tonies bundles and bring the joy of screen-free storytelling to your home

Evening Standard

Olivia Colman to read The Gruffalo’s Child for CBeebies Bedtime Stories

The sequel to Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler’s book is about the child of the famous Gruffalo.

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The Guardian - UK

Zog and the Flying Doctors review – plucky princess and her crew take flight

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s tale about an accident-prone dragon is brought to life with sparky rhymes, nuanced acting and high energy

WhatToWatch

Tiddler: release date, cast, plot, trailer and everything we know

Tiddler is the latest festive animation by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffer.

WhatToWatch

BBC announces this year's Christmas adaptation from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffer — and it's a good one!

Tiddler is the latest festive animation by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffer.

GoodToKnow

Jamie Oliver and Julia Donaldson shortlisted for The Week Junior 2024 Book Awards, but probably not for the books you think

The shortlist for The Week Junior 2024 Book Awards has been announced with some famous faces (and names) making the cut

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Evening Standard

Best illustrated children's books of all time to inspire young minds

Discover some of the best illustrated children's books that continue to enchant young readers today, from timeless classics to contemporary favourites

GoodToKnow

Prince Louis’ bedtime routine might be strict but dad Prince William always makes time for this sweet tradition

Prince William has shared some insight into his bedtime routine with Prince Louis

Marie Claire

Prince William Shares Details About Both of His Sons, Prince George and Prince Louis, While at a Buckingham Palace Garden Party

From Louis’ bedtime routine to George’s future career aspirations, William is clearly a doting dad.

The Guardian - UK

Shutting the door on free movement of young people is a mistake

Letters: Axel Scheffler, the illustrator of The Gruffalo, on the government’s rejection of a youth mobility scheme with the EU. Plus a letter from Ray Kirtley

The Guardian - UK

Tom Parker Bowles picked for mini library project championed by his mum

Tom Parker Bowles among 21 writers providing snapshot of contemporary literature in initiative supported by the queen

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Nation's favourite children's books revealed ahead of National Storytelling Week - and #4 is an absolute must-have

New research has found the nation's favourite childrens' books, with bestsellers and literature classics making the list

The Guardian - UK

‘Every school should have a library’: Philip Pullman calls for new UK laws

The novelist has joined fellow children’s writers Michael Morpurgo and Julia Donaldson in a plea to ministers for action

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