Jeanne Willis

Photo used with permission of Jeanne Willis.

Jeanne Willis lives in London. After a successful career in advertising, she has written many award-winning picture books. Jeanne regularly takes events to schools.

Interview

What was your favorite book when you were a child?: Charlotte’s Web
What’s your favorite line from a book?: "Help help, it’s a horrible heffalump."

—Winnie the Pooh, A. A. Milne
Who are your top three favorite authors or illustrators?: Tony Ross, Arthur Rackham, Hilaire Belloc
Why did you want to become an author or illustrator?: I didn’t choose to be a writer, it chose me. It’s just something I’ve always done since I was very small.
Do you have any advice for future authors or illustrators?: Put a twist in the tale.