Jill Barklem (born Gillian Gaze; 23 May 1951 – 15 November 2017) was a British writer and illustrator of children's books.
Her husband suggested that she turn her ideas conceived while commuting on the train journey to art school for a story about hedgerow life into a book.
Barklem used this time to research English customs, flora, and other geographical and cultural details for her Brambly Hedge stories.
Barklem's books became immensely popular, selling over seven million copies worldwide and printed in over 13 languages.
[6] Activity and "Toy and Moveable" books, include Primrose's Adventure (Brambly Hedge Sliding Pictures) and Wilfred's Birthday Sliding Pictures; some board books, such as House for a Mouse, Nice for Mice, and The Snow Ball; and Poppy and Dusty's Wedding.