John is an artist, author, illustrator and musician. During the 60s and early 70s he ran a hotshop design group with Eric Hill (Spot the Dog) called Astrop/Hill Associates. since then he has written and illustrated over two hundred children's books, during the last 30 years mostly in the early learning area of children's books. Throughout this period he has collaborated with teachers, educationalists and schools to produce material that assists an easy flow into the education system when the child is ready. He has published with major publishers throughout the world and has been translated into 17 languages (notably Chinese, Welsh and Icelandic). Lives and works in a the South of England by the sea. Is married to painter Caroline Smith a prolific and talented artist, author and illustrator. Her website is at www.ccsmith.co.uk, Many of John's books have now been converted to digital format for iPad, iTouch, Kindle, Android Nook etc. He is currently working on animated picture books for the above.



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