Audrey Wood
Born: 08-11-1948
Audrey Wood is an acclaimed American children's book author known for her engaging storytelling and vibrant collaborations with her husband, illustrator Don Wood. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, Audrey was inspired by her family's theatrical background. Her notable works include "The Napping House" and "King Bidgood's in the Bathtub," which have captivated young readers with their whimsical narratives and rich illustrations. Audrey's books often emphasize creativity, imagination, and family connections.
Book summaries for books written by Audrey Wood
Quotes
And on that bed, there is a tiny bug, a sleepy little bug, who is dreaming of his own snug little bed.
And on that bed, there is a snoring granny, a dreaming granny, a napping granny, who is dreaming of a snoring child.
And on that bed, there is a dozing dog, a snoozing dog, a dreaming dog, who is dreaming of a snoring granny.
And on that bed, there is a slumbering cat, a dozing cat, a snoozing cat, who is dreaming of a dozing dog.
And on that bed, there is a slumbering mouse, a dozing mouse, a snoozing mouse, who is dreaming of a slumbering cat.
And on that bed, there is a snoring grandmother, a dreaming grandmother, a napping grandmother, who is dreaming of a snoring grandfather.
And on that bed, there is a dozing dog, a snoozing dog, a dreaming dog, who is dreaming of a snoring grandmother.
One dark and windy autumn night, a mother went shopping in the market for some food to cook for her children's supper.
She left her seven sweet children home to rest and told them, 'Be good. I won't be gone long.'
They waited and waited, but their mother didn't return.
Suddenly, a knock came at the door.
'I am the witch Heckedy Peg!' she cried. 'I have come to take one of you away!'