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Gruffalo Granny

by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Axel Scheffler

Interest age: 2 to 7

Published by Macmillan Children's Books, 2026

  • Picture books
  • Poetry and rhyme

About this book

Gruffalo Granny is coming to stay. And she has an ENORMOUS appetite. But what to cook for her? Foxtail soup, perhaps? Or owl pizza? Ah, mouse stew is perfect! So, the Gruffalo and his daughter catch the mouse and pop him in a cage. And every night, he tells them stories as they prepare the stew. How will the mouse get out of this one – especially with Granny on her way? 

Fans of The Gruffalo – and who isn’t? – will adore this latest brilliant addition to the canon. Julia Donaldson’s trademark delightful rhyming text and Axel Scheffler’s instantly recognisable, gorgeous illustrations combine once again to create a funny, surprising story. With many echoes of the other Gruffalo stories to spot, both visually and verbally (for instance, her fur is grey and her prickles are red...), and an insight into the domestic life of the Gruffalo and child, there is much to enjoy. There are also references to other much-loved picture books by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, which is immensely satisfying as well. As is the ending: the clever mouse ensures a positive outcome for everyone. Another classic in the making, perfect for sharing with young children. 

About the author

Julia Donaldson is one of today's most popular writers. Her bestselling titles include The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child and Room on the Broom. Although she is best-known for her picture books, Julia also writes longer novels, plays and songs. She lives in Glasgow and spends a lot of time on stage performing her brilliant sell-out singalong shows!

Julia Donaldson was the Children's Laureate 2011-13.

About the illustrator

Axel was born in Hamburg, Germany. At school he was good at art, but didn't think of a career in illustration until he won a cuddly purple cow in a drawing competition. He moved to England in 1982 to study illustration at the Bath Academy of Art, and then set up home in London.

He was the illustrator for Julia Donaldson's first picture book, A Squash and a Squeeze - the start of a hugely successful partnership. Their bestselling modern classic, The Gruffalo, has sold millions of copies. His books have been translated into 42 languages.

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