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Gruffalo family to expand in new Julia Donaldson book 27 years after original

Creator of beloved series was spurred on to write by a campaign to reverse the decline in children’s reading

The Independent UK · Feb 6

Title and publication date for long-awaited third Gruffalo book announced

The Gruffalo family is expanding in the third book.

Evening Standard · Feb 6

From The Gruffalo to Tabby McTat: Julia Donaldson’s TV adaptations ... from best to worst

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s heartwarming kids’ tales have become a cosy festive fixture on the BBC. Ahead of this year’s offering of The Scarecrows’ Wedding, we ask: which is the all-time Christmas cracker?

The Guardian - UK · Dec 25, 2025

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Julia Donaldson reveals why she almost refused to let The Scarecrows’ Wedding become a BBC cartoon

EXCLUSIVE The author says concerns over a smoking scene forced her to weigh compromise against creative integrity and reveals it is not the first time she has faced that choice

Evening Standard · Dec 23, 2025

Helen Mirren hails restoration of Second World War cello that was ‘cruelly’ broken by Nazis

The cello belongs to Denville Hall, a north London care home for entertainment industry professionals

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2025

Helen Mirren hails ‘fantastic’ cello restoration on The Repair Shop

Dame Helen wished to see it restored so that it could be used at a north London care home.

Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2025

BBC confirms special broadcast for Christmas period

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The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2025

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Beloved children’s characters to return to the BBC this Christmas

The Gruffalo, Zog, Pearl, and Gadabout will also feature as part of the build-up to this year’s Christmas special

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2025

The Gruffalo and friends to feature in new BBC Christmas idents

Three new advertising idents have been created for BBC One starring the much-loved characters from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s story books.

Evening Standard · Nov 28, 2025

Christmas Day 2025: BBC schedule today, from Call the Midwife to Amandaland

From festive specials of much-loved shows to new dramas and family-friendly viewing, the BBC has got Christmas covered

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

Wicked star Jonathan Bailey to read CBeebies Bedtime Story

The award-winning actor reads Julia Donaldson’s classic book Room On The Broom.

Evening Standard · Nov 21, 2025

Dame Helen Mirren to appear on The Repair Shop to restore Second World War instrument

The instrument belongs to Denville Hall, a north London care home for entertainment industry professionals, which Dame Helen supports

The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2025

Dame Helen Mirren to appear on The Repair Shop for cello restoration

Author Julia Donaldson and actor Rob Brydon will also visit the experts to get their special treasures mended and fixed in time for Christmas.

Evening Standard · Nov 21, 2025

From Cate Blanchett to Russell Crowe: Who is in the Royal Box on Wimbledon day two?

Actors, sports stars and presenters will be rubbing shoulders in the Royal Box

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2025

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The Guardian - UK · Jun 25, 2025

‘We think Princess Pearl is a feminist icon’: readers’ favourite Julia Donaldson books

Characters who challenge stereotypes, stories that stimulate little ones’ vocabulary, endless laughter … and moments guaranteed to make any dad cry. Here are your takes on the work of a beloved children’s author

WhatToWatch · Jun 25, 2025

The Scarecrows’ Wedding: cast, plot and everything we know

The Scarecrows’ Wedding is the latest festive animation by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffer.

The Guardian - UK · Jun 16, 2025

‘Oh no! It’s a Gruffalo!’ Julia Donaldson’s 15 best books – ranked!

Her rhyming tales have enchanted children and parents the world over – but which is the best? From a busker’s cat to a greedy rat, it’s time to rate the hits

The Guardian - UK · Jun 16, 2025

Parents: what is your child’s favourite Julia Donaldson book?

We would like to hear from parents about their child’s favourite Julia Donaldson story, and why

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The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2025

Popular children’s character to feature on new 50p coins

The coin is available to buy from The Royal Mint’s website

Evening Standard · Jun 11, 2025

Children’s character Zog is celebrated on Royal Mint 50p coins

The 50p joins the Mint’s childhood characters collection, which also includes The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child.

The Guardian - UK · May 1, 2025

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

Euronews · May 1, 2025

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...

The Independent UK · May 1, 2025

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

Evening Standard · Apr 30, 2025

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.

The Guardian - UK · Apr 30, 2025

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

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