Famous Five: Christmas with the Famous Five

Chris Smith

Chris Smith is a bestselling author and the joint recipient of the 2024 Ruth Rendell award for his work promoting literacy and campaigning for school libraries. Chris created the Kid Normal series with his friend Greg James and recently the pair published The Twits Next Door which became an instant bestseller. Chris is also a solo author and has published two fantasy adventures set in his fictional kingdom of Parallelia including Frankie Best Hates Quests.

Before he was an author Chris worked as a newsreader and presenter on radio stations. His most famous news bulletin is probably the one sampled by George Michael and used on his international hit Outside. Chris lives in London with his wife, their son, and their cat.

Enid Blyton

Enid Blyton is one of the world’s best-loved storytellers. Her books have sold over 500 million copies and have been translated into more languages more often than any other children’s author.

She wrote over 700 books and 2,000 short stories, including favourites such as The Famous Five, The Secret Seven, The Magic Faraway Tree, and Malory Towers.

Born in London in 1897, Enid lived much of her life in Buckinghamshire and adored dogs, gardening, and the countryside. She died in 1968 but remains one of the world’s best-loved storytellers.

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