Shirley Hughes
Shirley Hughes illustrated more than 200 children's books and is one of the best-loved writers for children, with beloved classics including the Alfie and Annie Rose stories, and Dogger. She won the Kate Greenaway Medal twice and was awarded the OBE for her distinguished service to children's literature. In 2007, Dogger was voted the UK's favourite Kate Greenaway Medal-winning book of all time. She passed away in March 2022 at the age of 94.
Books
Alfie and Dad
Author: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Bodley Head
Interest age: 3-5
This collection of three classic Alfie stories is a charming reminder of just how perfectly Shirley Hughes understands little ones.
Alfie Outdoors
Author: Shirley Hughes
Illustrator: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Random House
Interest age: 3-5
Shirley Hughes's iconic Alfie takes a trip into the garden and starts gardening and finding out more about the creepy crawlies.
All About Alfie
Author: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Red Fox
Interest age: 3-6
Reading age: 6+
In a brand new collection of stories and poems, Alfie has a spooky late-night adventure with an owl and introduces us to his secret den in the garden.
Angel on the Roof
Author: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Walker Books
Interest age: 6-8
Reading age: 7+
When Lewis finds an angel living on the roof of his house, they form a quick friendship. Soon, the people living under the angel feel the effect of its goodness in their lives. An atmospheric and timeless story, full of Shirley Hughes' trademark warmth.
Bobbo Goes to School
Author: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: The Bodley Head Ltd
Interest age: 2+
Reading age: 6+
Lily and mum are worried when Bobbo the toy dog goes missing - but he soon turns up in a school playground.
Dogger
Author: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Random House
Interest age: 2-5
Dogger is Dave's special toy. So when Dogger gets lost at the funfair, Dave is desolate. Will they find each other again? Exploring concepts of love, loss and kindness, this classic tale will be cherished by the entire family and will particularly appeal to any child who has a favourite toy.
Don't want to go!
Author: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Bodley Head
Interest age: 3+
Reading age: 8+
Lily's mum is in bed with flu and dad has to go to work, so Lily must spend the day at Melanie's house. She doesn't want to go, but she soon has fun playing with Ringo the dog.
Lucy and Tom At Christmas
Author: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Red Fox
Interest age: 3-7
Reading age: 7+
A classic and heart-warming story about the excitement of Christmas, with many evocative illustrations to talk about.
Lucy and Tom at the Seaside
Author: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Random House
Interest age: 3-6
Reading age: 5+
Follow a happy family day out by the seaside as Tom and Lucy enjoy making sandcastles, looking in rock pools and going on a donkey ride
My Naughty Little Sister
Author: Dorothy Edwards
Illustrator: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Farshore
Interest age: 5+
Reading age: 7+
This affectionate portrait of family life is the story of a naughty three-year-old sister who is obstinate, inquisitive and full of mischief.
The Christmas Eve Ghost
Author: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Walker Books
Reading age: 6+
In 1930s Liverpool, young Bronwen and Dylan find kindness from an unexpected source when they are frightened by what they think is a ghost on Christmas Eve.
The Thirteen Days of Christmas
Author: Jenny Overton Illustrator: Shirley Hughes
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Interest age: 8+
Reading age: 8+
Since their mother died, Annaple has frustrated her younger siblings with her over-zealous housekeeping, and terrible cooking. Overton creates a delightful tale of a close-knit family.