Holly Webb facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Holly Webb
Webb at Pangbourne Library
Born	1976 (age 48–49) London, England
Alma mater	Newnham College, Cambridge
Genre	children's literature

Holly Webb was born in London, England, in 1976. She is a popular British writer who creates amazing books for children. Before becoming a full-time author in 2005, she worked as an editor.

Holly studied Classics at Newnham College, Cambridge at University of Cambridge. She also studied Byzantine and Medieval Art History. Today, she lives near Reading with her husband, Jon, and their three children: Ash, Robin, and William.

Her books are loved by kids all over the world. They have been translated into 31 different languages! You can find her books published by companies like Scholastic and Orchard.

Holly Webb's Global Popularity

Holly Webb's stories are incredibly popular in many countries. Her books often feature animals and exciting mysteries that young readers enjoy.

Popularity in Russia

In 2016, Holly Webb was one of the top 10 most popular children's writers in Russia. That year, nearly 600,000 copies of her 97 books were sold there. This shows how much Russian kids love her stories!

Success in Kazakhstan

Her book Maisie Hitchins and the Case of the Phantom Cat was a huge hit in Kazakhstan. In 2017, it was the fifth best-selling book for teenagers in the country. This mystery story clearly captured the imagination of young readers.

Loved in Poland

Holly Webb is also very popular in Poland. Her Animal Stories series is especially well-liked by girls aged 6–10. By February 2013, over 500,000 copies of this series had been sold in Poland.

Holly Webb's Amazing Books

Holly Webb has written more than 130 books, mostly for children aged 5 to 10 years old. Many of her books are part of exciting series, while others are standalone stories.

Animal Stories Series

This is one of Holly Webb's most famous series. It features heartwarming tales about lost, rescued, or lonely animals finding their way.

• Lost in the Storm
• Alfie All Alone
• Sam the Stolen Puppy
• Max the Missing Puppy
• Sky the Unwanted Kitten
• Timmy in Trouble
• Ginger the Stray Kitten
• Harry the Homeless Puppy
• Buttons the Runaway Puppy
• Alone in the Night
• Ellie the Homesick Puppy
• Jess the Lonely Puppy
• Misty the Abandoned Kitten
• Oscar’s Lonely Christmas
• Lucy the Poorly Puppy
• Smudge the Stolen Kitten
• The Rescued Puppy
• The Kitten Nobody Wanted
• The Lost Puppy
• The Frightened Kitten
• The Secret Puppy
• The Abandoned Puppy
• The Missing Kitten
• The Puppy Who Was Left Behind
• The Kidnapped Kitten
• The Scruffy Puppy
• The Brave Kitten
• The Forgotten Puppy
• The Secret Kitten
• A Home for Molly
• Sammy the Shy Kitten
• The Seaside Puppy
• The Curious Kitten
• Monty the Sad Puppy
• The Homeless Kitten
• A Kitten Called Tigger
• The Unwanted Puppy
• Lost in the Snow
• The Rescued Kitten
• Cookie the Deserted Puppy
• Lucky the Rescued Puppy
• The Shelter Puppy
• The Perfect Kitten
• The Puppy Who Couldn't Sleep
• The Loneliest Kitten
• The Mystery Kitten

Other Popular Series

Holly Webb has written many other beloved series, each with its own special adventures.

Animal Magic

This series explores magical connections between children and animals.

• Mouse magic
• Bird magic
• Pony magic
• Rabbit magic
• Hamster magic
• Dog magic
• Cat magic

Emily Feather

Join Emily Feather on magical journeys filled with enchanted objects.

• Emily Feather and the Enchanted Door
• Emily Feather and the Secret Mirror
• Emily Feather and the Chest of Charms
• Emily Feather and the Starlit Staircase

Maisie Hitchins Mysteries

Follow young detective Maisie Hitchins as she solves exciting cases in Victorian London.

• The Case of the Stolen Sixpence
• The Case of the Vanishing Emerald
• The Case of the Phantom Cat
• The Case of the Feathered Mask
• The Case of the Secret Tunnel
• The Case of the Spilled Ink
• The Case of the Blind Beetle
• The Case of the Weeping Mermaid

Magical Venice

These stories transport readers to a magical version of Venice, full of mystery and wonder.

• The Water Horse
• The Mermaid's Sister
• The Mask maker's Daughter
• The Girl of Glass

Wintry Tales

These books are perfect for cozy reads, featuring animals and adventures in snowy settings.

• The Snow Bear
• The Reindeer Girl
• The Winter Wolf
• The Storm Leopards
• The Snow Cat
• The Storm Dog
• Frost

Standalone Books

Holly Webb has also written many individual books that are not part of a series. These include:

• A Cat Called Penguin
• The Chocolate Dog
• Looking for Bear
• A Tiger Tale
• The Truffle Mouse
• Return to the Secret Garden
• The Midnight Panda
• The Pocket Dog
• The Princess and the Suffragette
• Evie's War

Picture Books

For younger readers, Holly Webb has also created charming picture books.

• Little Puppy Lost
• The Snow Princess
• The Snow Princess and the Winter rescue