Michael Foreman (Author, Illustrator)

Michael Foreman (born 21 March 1938) is a prolific British author and illustrator of children's books, renowned for winning the Kate Greenaway Medal twice (1982 and 1989) and being a runner-up five times.[1][2] Born in Pakefield, Suffolk, he studied at Lowestoft School of Art and the Royal College of Art, later working as an art director, lecturer, and freelance illustrator while creating over 170 books, including collaborations with authors like Michael Morpurgo and Roald Dahl.[1][3][4] His autobiographical works such as War Boy and War Game earned further acclaim, and he has exhibited internationally.[3][4]