About John Kelly
Born 1964. John Kelly is a British author and illustrator.
John Robert Kelly (born 8 September 1964, in Stockton-on-Tees, England) is a British illustrator and designer of children's books. His books include The Robot Zoo and Everyday Machines, both of which were shortlisted for the Rhône-Poulenc Junior Prize.
Kelly has also co-written two books with his wife Cathy Tincknell (likewise an author/illustrator): Guess Who's Coming for Dinner, which was shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Awards and the Kate Greenaway Medal Scoop!, which was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal He's also known for teaching at University of Houston Downtown
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Who is John Kelly?
British children's book illustrator and designer
When was John Kelly born?
John Kelly was born on 8 September 1964 in Stockton-on-Tees.
What is John Kelly's occupation?
John Kelly is an author and illustrator.
What nationality is John Kelly?
John Kelly is British.
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· DBpedia: John Kelly (author)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Kelly. https://biography.guide/john-kelly-author-1964/
MLA: "John Kelly." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-kelly-author-1964/.
Chicago: "John Kelly." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-kelly-author-1964/.
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