Jeanne Willis

Jeanne Willis

  • 5 stars across 444 books
Jeanne Willis Biography
Author Jeanne Willis has written over 80 children's books from picture books and stories for younger readers to teen novels. She has won several awards, including the Children's Book Award, the Silver Smarties Prize and has also been shortlisted for the Whitbread Award.

Born in St Albans in 1959, Jeanne Willis always loved writing and creating adventures through comic strips and books. She originally trained as an advertising copywriter at Watford College before going on to work for numerous advertising agencies. Her first novel was published when she was 21 years old and she juggled writing and her advertising copywriter career for many years before becoming a children's author full time. 

Jeanne Willis Facts
Jeanne has worked on TV scripts including Polly Pocket and The Slow Norris.

She wrote her first book aged just five.

Our favourite Jeanne Willis Book Characters
The Little Girl - from Stardust 
Dennis - from Monster Bed
7th September 2017

Stardust

Stardust, science and STEM subjects combine to create a touching picture book that's perfect for bedtime. One little gir... MoreStardust

(23 reviews) Review
3rd September 2009

Who's in the Loo?

'Who's in the loo? There's a very long queue. Is it an elephant having a poo?' If your house has many occupants, the... MoreWho's in the Loo?

(18 reviews) Review
11th August 2016

There's No Such Thing as a Snappenpoop

Little Brother wants to join in the fun with his sibling, but Big Brother won't let him play. "Fetch me a Snappenpoop!"... MoreThere's No Such Thing as a Snappenpoop

(15 reviews) Review
6th June 2019

Don't Go There!

Lid up, pants down, bottom on the seat! They mustn’t have toilets in outer space, because this baby Martian keeps going ... MoreDon't Go There!

(15 reviews) Review
10th February 2015

Heidi

Heidi is a girl who has been raised by her aunt Dete in Maienfeld, Switzerland after the early deaths of her parents. Ho... MoreHeidi

(14 reviews) Review
17th March 2005

Tadpole's Promise

Tadpole loves his rainbow friend, the caterpillar, and she tells him she loves everything about him. "Promise that you w... MoreTadpole's Promise

(14 reviews) Review
6th October 2016

Winnie the Pooh: The Best Bear in all the World

Celebrate The Best Bear in all the World with this official sequel to the beloved classic children's stories by A.A.Miln... MoreWinnie the Pooh: The Best Bear in all the World

(14 reviews) Review
2nd April 2020

The Magic Faraway Tree: Silky's Story

The perfect introduction to the wonderful world of the Faraway Tree. Discover the magic! Explore the Enchanted Wood with... MoreThe Magic Faraway Tree: Silky's Story

(13 reviews) Review
1st May 2008

The Bog Baby

“This book is one of the most beautiful and magical stories I have ever read. I had my first child 16 years ago so I hav... MoreThe Bog Baby

(12 reviews) Review
3rd April 2025

It's Behind You!

Nana and Gramps don't know what they're missing out on, if only they'd look behind them! A walk in the park with Nana an... MoreIt's Behind You!

(11 reviews) Review
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