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Vivian French (born in 1945) is a British writer who creates books, plays, and non-fiction for children and young adults. She has written over 250 books! Some of her well-known works include the picture book Oliver's Vegetables (1995), The Tiara Club series of chapter books, and The Most Wonderful Thing in the World (2015). She was also awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for her great contributions to literature and the arts.

About Vivian French

Vivian French was born in Bedfordshire, England. She studied at Cheltenham Ladies’ College and Exeter University. Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as an actor and helped with community drama projects. She writes many kinds of stories, including picture books for younger children, novels, plays, and even poetry.

Her Popularity

Vivian French is a very popular author in the UK. Data from 2011–2012 showed that she was one of the most borrowed authors from UK public libraries. This means lots of kids and families were reading her books!

Helping Other Artists

Vivian French also teaches in the Illustration Department at Edinburgh College of Art. She is a co-founder of Picture Hooks, which is a special program that helps young professional illustrators learn and grow. In 2012, she was a Guest Selector at the Edinburgh International Book Festival, helping to choose books and events for the festival.

Awards and Recognition

In 2016, Vivian French received a special award called the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE). This award was given to her for her amazing work in literature, helping people learn to read, supporting illustrators, and contributing to the arts.

Her book series Tales from the Five Kingdoms has been called "hilarious adventures with wicked witches, trolls, bats and fairy-tale magic." The Sunday Telegraph newspaper also described her as "a sublime story-teller," meaning she tells stories in a wonderful way.

Vivian French's Books

Vivian French has written many books over the years. Here are some of her well-known works:

  • One ballerina two, 1991
  • (with John Prater) Once upon a time, 1993
  • Caterpillar, caterpilla, 1993
  • Lazy Jack, 1995
  • A song for little toad, 1995
  • Oliver's vegetables, 1995
  • Oliver's fruit salad, 1998
  • The story of Christmas, 1998
  • Growing frogs, 2000
  • A present for Mom, 2002
  • Baby Baby, 2002
  • I love you, Grandpa, 2004
  • T. Rex, 2004
  • The Story House, 2004
  • Princess Charlotte and the birthday ball, 2005, illustrated by Sarah Gibb
  • Princess Katie and the silver pony, 2005, illustrated by Sarah Gibb
  • Princess Daisy and the dazzling dragon, 2005, illustrated by Sarah Gibb
  • Princess Alice and the magical mirror, 2005, illustrated by Sarah Gibb
  • Princess Sofia and the sparkling surprise, 2005, illustrated by Sarah Gibb
  • Princess Emily and the beautiful fairy, 2005, illustrated by Sarah Gibb
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  • Henny Penny, 2006
  • The robe of skulls, 2007
  • The bag of bones, 2008
  • The heart of glass, 2009
  • The flight of dragons, 2010
  • The snarling of wolves, 2014
  • The music of Zombies, 2014
  • Yucky worms, 2009, Walker Books and Candlewick Press, illustrated by Jessica Ahlberg
  • The Flight of Dragons, 2011
  • " The Adventures of Alfie Onion", 2016
  • Mountain Mona
  • “Polly’s Pink Pyjamas”2010”
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