Archive · 4 Aug 2025
Allan Ahlberg, Author of Beloved Children's Books, Passes at 87
Allan Ahlberg, a famous writer of children's books, has died.
He wrote many books with his wife, Janet, who drew the pictures.
They made books like 'The Jolly Postman' that kids loved.
They worked at different times of the day, but made great books together.
Allan once said no to an award because he didn't agree with how a company paid its taxes.
He's remembered for his stories and how he saw the world through a child's eyes.
Allan Ahlberg, author of over 150 books, passed away on July 29, 2025, at 87.
He was known for his collaborations with his wife, Janet Ahlberg, an illustrator.
Their partnership produced popular children's books like 'Each Peach Pear Plum' and 'The Jolly Postman'.
They worked separately, with Allan writing in the mornings and Janet illustrating later.
Allan Ahlberg refused a Booktrust Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014 due to Amazon's tax practices.
- Who
- Allan Ahlberg, author
- What
- Death of author Allan Ahlberg.
- When
- July 29, 2025
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- N/A
- Author
- Allan Ahlberg
- Died
- July 29, 2025
- Age at Death
- 87
- Noted For
- Children's books
- Notable Collaborator
- Janet Ahlberg (wife)
- Famous Works
- Each Peach Pear Plum, The Jolly Postman