Eric Hill
Author and illustrator of children's books
Born
September 7th, 1927
97 years ago
Died
2014
11 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An author and illustrator focused on children's literature, primarily recognized for creating the popular series featuring Spot the dog. The first book in this series, "Where's Spot?" was published in 1980 and quickly became a classic among young readers. The interactive nature of the books encouraged children to engage with the story actively. Over the years, this series expanded, leading to numerous titles and adaptations in various formats, including animation. Additionally, contributions to children's publishing have influenced modern storytelling techniques.
Created the Spot the dog series
Published 'Where's Spot?' in 1980
Contributed to children's interactive literature
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