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Michael Rosen was born in Middlesex in 1946 and studied English Language and Literature at Oxford University. He started out as a trainee at the BBC, working in radio drama, and on Play School and Schools Television before going to the National Film School. Since 1976, he has been writing, performing, teaching and appearing on radio and television as well as writing for The Guardian. Among his many children’s books is the multi-award-winning We're Going On a Bear Hunt. Michael was one of the first poets to visit schools and is committed to the teaching of writing and the reading of literature in schools. He won the 1997 Eleanor Farjeon Award for distinguished services to children's literature, was appointed the Children's Laureate for 2007-2009 and received the JM Barrie Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021.

Praise for Snore!:‘Ideal for bedtime entertainment. Langley’s illustrations are delightful and larger than life.’ Guardian‘From start to finish this book bristles with energy and humour, while the illustrations are just delightful.’ Our Baby‘This superb book is packed with sounds and fun.’ Mother and BabyPraise for ‘Oww’:‘Rosen’s use of rhythm and repetition and the cumulative story-style will ensure even the youngest reader can engage with the text. The illustrations are charming and full of fun, each animal expressively drawn.’ Books for Keeps