Fix-It Duck

Jez was born in Kingston upon Thames in 1959. He went to art school in Norwich and then set about entering the competitive world of children’s books.Jez was runner-up for the 1985 Mother Goose Award with his first book, ‘Bare Bear’. He has now written and illustrated more than thirty children’s books, including ‘Duck in a Truck’, ‘Where’s My Teddy?’ and ‘Hug’.Jez lives in London with his Danish wife.

‘With a nod to Dr. Seuss and a wink to John Burningham, Jez Alborough deals an irresistible lesson in rhyme and rhythm as well as storytelling, which is hugely entertaining.’ Child EducationReviews for Duck in the Truck:‘Rhyme, illustration, wit and inventiveness combine to produce outstanding quality.’ TES Primary‘Alborough’s text is perfect for reading out loud and the mix of close-up and panoramic illustrations give an animated, live-action feel.’ Junior‘Colourful, arresting and busting with action.’ Child EducationPraise for Hit the Ball Duck:‘A really great story; the best Duck book so far.’ The Guardian