Jean-Claude Mourlevat

Jean-Claude Mourlevat

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Jean-Claude Mourlevat was born in Ambert, France. He taught German for five years before deciding to study drama. He wrote and directed burlesque shows for adults and children which were performed for more than ten years in France and abroad. He started writing in 1996 and his stories were published the same year. He first wrote short texts which were illustrated and became children's books. He lives in a house overhanging the River Loire, near Saint-Etienne, with his wife and two children.

Visit Jean-Claude's French website at www.jcmourlevat.com
7th April 2022

The Upside Down River: Tomek's Journey

Tomek lives a quiet life running his late parents' village store, which has everything you could ever need, and more. Th... MoreThe Upside Down River: Tomek's Journey

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5th September 2013

Winter Song

One voice is the weapon against tyranny in this powerful hymn to courage and freedom.Four teenagers escape from their pr... MoreWinter Song

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3rd November 2008

Winter Song

One voice is the weapon against tyranny in this powerful hymn to courage and freedom. Four teenagers escape from their p... MoreWinter Song

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6th August 2020

Jefferson

Winner of the PEN Translates Award Jean-Claude Mourlevat is the 2021 winner of the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award When ... MoreJefferson

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4th August 2022

The Upside Down River: Hannah's Journey

Hannah has lost almost everything she ever loved, apart from one beautiful songbird. But the bird seems to be dying. So ... MoreThe Upside Down River: Hannah's Journey

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