About Joan Gale Robinson
Lived 1910 – 1988 (aged 78). Joan Gale Robinson was a British illustrator, writer, children's writer, novelist and young adult author.
Joan Mary Gale Robinson (née Thomas; 10 February 1910 – 20 August 1988) was a British author and illustrator of children's books.
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She published her first book for children in 1939. She married writer and illustrator Richard Gavin Robinson in 1941. They lived in King's Lynn, Norfolk.
When Marnie Was There (1967), her first young adult novel, was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal that year. Hayao Miyazaki selected Marnie as one of his fifty recommended children's books, and Studio Ghibli adapted it into a film of the same name.
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Who was Joan Gale Robinson?
English novelist and illustrator (1910–1988)
When was Joan Gale Robinson born?
Joan Gale Robinson was born on 10 February 1910 in Gerrards Cross.
When did Joan Gale Robinson die?
Joan Gale Robinson died on 20 August 1988 in King's Lynn.
What was Joan Gale Robinson's occupation?
Joan Gale Robinson was an illustrator, writer, children's writer, novelist and young adult author.
What nationality was Joan Gale Robinson?
Joan Gale Robinson was British.
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