Born on 10th September 1950, Jersey, Channel Islands, UK

Died on 15 January 2017

Babette worked on such children's programmes as Bagpuss and Jackanory for BBC television

As a children's writer, Babette created more than 150 picture books. Her bestseller Doctor Dog has been adapted as a successful children's cartoon series. Much of her work is an earthy comedy, having titles like The Smelly Book, The Hairy Book, The Slimy Book, and The Silly Book.