Ann Jonas
American children's writer and illustrator
About Ann Jonas
Lived 1932 – 2013 (aged 81). Ann Jonas was an American writer, children's writer, picture book writer and illustrator.
Ann Jonas (January 28, 1932 – September 29, 2013) was a writer and illustrator of several picture books for children. Her books often used odd, abstract images to stretch children's imaginations.
Biography Jonas lived in Long Island for most of her childhood. in 1982, although it wouldn't be published for another nine years. Her 1983 book Round Trip was recognized as an ALA Notable Book and a New York Times "Best Illustrated Book".
Jonas and her husband lived in the state of New York in an old restored farmhouse overlooking the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains.
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Who was Ann Jonas?
American children's writer and illustrator (1932–2013)
When was Ann Jonas born?
Ann Jonas was born on 28 January 1932 in Flushing.
When did Ann Jonas die?
Ann Jonas died on 29 September 2013 in Rhinebeck.
What was Ann Jonas's occupation?
Ann Jonas was a writer, children's writer, picture book writer and illustrator.
What nationality was Ann Jonas?
Ann Jonas was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ann Jonas. https://biography.guide/ann-jonas/
MLA: "Ann Jonas." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ann-jonas/.
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