Shirley Hughes

• Born 1927-07-16 · Died 2022-02-25

Shirley Hughes was an English writer and illustrator best known for children's books. She wrote and illustrated more than 200 books, including the Alfie and Annie Rose series, and also published novels for older readers. She received the Kate Greenaway Medal twice and was named the first Children's Laureate BookTrust Lifetime Achievement Award winner.