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Rebecca Cobb
Born Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England
Occupation Children's book writer and illustrator
Nationality English
Alma mater Falmouth University

Rebecca Cobb is a talented English writer and artist who creates amazing books for children. She grew up in places like Buckinghamshire and Somerset in England. Today, she lives in Falmouth, Cornwall.

After finishing her studies at Falmouth University, Rebecca worked with many different groups and publications. These included The Child Bereavement Charity, The Guardian newspaper, and The Independent. She has also teamed up with several well-known authors. Some of these authors are Julia Donaldson, Nicola Davies, Richard Curtis, and Katherine Woodfine. Together, they have created many popular stories.

Rebecca Cobb's Books and Stories

Rebecca Cobb has written and illustrated many wonderful books for young readers. She often works with other authors to bring stories to life. Here are some of her notable works:

  • Snow Day (1998) (with Richard Curtis)
  • Tongue Twisters to Tangle Your Tongue (2005)
  • Missing Mummy: A Book About Bereavement (2011)
  • The Paper Dolls (2012) (with Julia Donaldson)
  • The Empty Stocking (2012) (with Richard Curtis)
  • A table! (2012)
  • Lunchtime (2012)
  • Aunt Amelia (2013)
  • Na caraidean (2013) (with Julia Donaldson)
  • The Something (2014)
  • There's an Owl in My Towel (2016) (with Julia Donaldson)
  • It's a Little Baby (2016) (with Julia Donaldson)
  • The Everywhere Bear (2017) (with Julia Donaldson)
  • The Day War Came (2018) (with Nicola Davies)
  • Hello Friend! (2019)
  • That Christmas (2020) (with Richard Curtis)
  • Aunt Amelia's House (2021)
  • Elisabeth and the Box of Colours (2022) (with Katherine Woodfine)
  • Who Lives Here? With Lift-The-flap-fun! (2023) (with Julia Donaldson)
  • There's a Tiger on the Train (2024) (with Mariesa Dulak)
  • That Christmas and Other Stories: The Inspiration Behind the Hit Netflix Film (2024) (with Richard Curtis)
  • A Wild Walk to School (2024)

Awards and Recognitions

Rebecca Cobb's books have received several awards and nominations. These honors show how much her work is appreciated in the world of children's literature.

Year Award Category Nominated work Result
2013 The Waterstones Children's Book Prize Best Picture Book Lunchtime Won
2014 The Heart of Hawick Children’s Book Award Best Picture Book The Empty Stocking (with Richard Curtis) Won
2014 The Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medal for Illustration The Paper Dolls (with Julia Donaldson) Nominated
2019 The Jane Addams Children's Book Award The Day War Came (with Nicola Davies) Nominated
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