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John Dougherty

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About John Dougherty

Author and poet John Dougherty has been writing children's books for over twenty years. His work ranges quite literally from the sublime to the ridiculous, including as it does the hilarious and surreal Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face series and There's a Pig Up My Nose, and the beautiful and multi-award winning The Hare-Shaped Hole. His books have been translated into more than 25 languages worldwide. A former teacher, John was one of the first Patrons of Reading in the UK and is a passionate advocate for both public libraries and the importance of reading for pleasure. Born in Northern Ireland, he now lives in Gloucestershire with his wife Jennie.

Recent updates about John Dougherty

John Dougherty and Thomas Docherty

Out now! The Bear-Shaped Hole by John Dougherty, illustrated by Thomas Docherty. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

Trojan Horse

On this day 1184 BC, the Greeks entered Troy using the Trojan Horse. What better time than now to read Zeus On The Loose by John Dougherty from Penguin Random House Children's UK.

2 months ago

International Children's Book Day

Today is the day to read this brilliant book (not that you needed an excuse!), Bansi O'Hara and the Edges of Halloween by John Dougherty from Yearling.

3 months ago

World Storytelling Day

Zeus Sorts it Out is a wonderful book for your children. Published by Young Corgi.

3 months ago

National Storytelling Week

Make a new friends, discover a new land or just escape in this brilliant story book Zeus Sorts it Out by John Dougherty from Young Corgi

5 months ago

National Storytelling Week

Reading stories together can be the perfect way to spend quality time with your child. Zeus Sorts it Out from Penguin Random House Children's UK from John Dougherty is a great one to read together.

5 months ago

World Children's Day

A remarkable book that your children will love. Jack Slater, Monster Investigator by John Dougherty.

7 months ago

World Children's Day

A remarkable book that your children will love. Jack Slater and the Whisper of Doom by John Dougherty.

7 months ago

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