Lauren Child
Lauren Child is a celebrated British author and illustrator, best known for her beloved children's books. She gained widespread acclaim with the "Charlie and Lola" series, which has charmed young readers with its whimsical storytelling and distinctive collage-style artwork. Child's creative talents extend to other popular series like "Clarice Bean" and "Ruby Redfort." Her unique voice and imaginative approach have earned her numerous awards, including the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal.
Book summaries for books written by Lauren Child
Quotes
I have this little sister, Lola. She is small and very funny.
Lola says, 'I do not eat peas, or carrots, or potatoes. I do not eat tomatoes.'
I have to think of a way to trick her into eating just one tomato.
'Tomatoes are moons,' I say to Lola.
'They are not moons,' says Lola. 'They are just tomatoes.'
'Tomatoes are from Jupiter,' I say.
'They are not from Jupiter,' says Lola. 'They are just tomatoes.'
I make up a story about a tomato that is a giant ogre who hates peas and carrots.
'That's not true,' says Lola. 'Tomatoes are not ogres. They are just tomatoes.'
'Tomatoes are for monkeys,' I say.
'I am not a monkey,' says Lola. 'I am just Lola.'
I tell Lola that carrots are orange twiglets from Jupiter.