Elise Gravel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Elise Gravel
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| Born | 1977 (age 47–48) Montreal, Canada |
| Occupation | Writer |
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| Relatives | François Gravel (father) |
Elise Gravel (born 1977) is a talented Canadian writer and illustrator from Montreal, Quebec. She is well-known for creating fun and imaginative books for children. Elise Gravel has written more than thirty books. Her stories have been enjoyed by kids all over the world, translated into over twelve languages. She creates books in both English and French.
About Elise Gravel
Before becoming a full-time writer and illustrator, Elise Gravel studied graphic design. This background helped her develop her unique drawing style. She is the daughter of writer François Gravel. Elise Gravel is married and has two daughters.
Awards and Recognition
Elise Gravel has received several important awards for her work. These awards celebrate her skill in both writing and illustrating children's books.
- In 2012, she won a prestigious Governor General's Award for Children's Illustration in French. This award was for her book La clé à molette.
- In 2022, the Writers' Trust of Canada honored her with the Vicky Metcalf Award for Literature for Young People. This special award recognized all of her amazing books and contributions to children's literature.
Her Books
Elise Gravel's books often feature quirky characters and interesting facts. She loves to explore different topics, from funny monsters to real-life biographies.
One of her notable works is Le Grand Antonio (2014). This book was later translated into English as The Great Antonio (2017). It tells the story of Antonio Barichievich, a famous strongman known as The Great Antonio.
