Then the clever mouse tricks the baby and sends the frightened Gruffalo child scurrying back to papa, and it's the mouse who follows the footprints ("Aha! Oho!") .

In fact the four-stone fur baby, who is on the lookout for her forever home, couldn't be more chilled out or have more love to give, according to her 34-year-old foster mum Dawn Hughes.

The Gruffalo, which features illustrations from Axel Scheffler, has often been named one of parents' favourite reads. Last year it came top in an Aldi poll of parents' best-loved bedtime stories.

Magic Light Pictures has expanded the licensing program for its brand The Gruffalo and Friends with new softline deals and renewals in the U.K.

After more than 20 years, one of the most successful children’s books of all time is getting another installment. A new book in 'The Gruffalo' series, written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated ...

First published in 1999 by Macmillan, ‘The Gruffalo’ has become an integral part of parenting journeys across the world. Explore. Sign in. e-paper Subscribe Sign In. Tuesday, 8 July 2025.

YOU cannot underestimate how monstrously popular The Gruffalo has become. From the droves of families flocking to the Gruffalo Trail at Moors Valley… ...

But Axel and Julia’s book The Gruffalo, which this year celebrated its 25th anniversary, is their most famous. Asked how he felt about the story’s huge success, he admitted: “I feel very ...

April 30, 2025 at 10:50pm BST. The first new Gruffalo picture book in more than two decades will be released next year. Children’s book duo author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler ...

The Gruffalo seems to be successful wherever he stomps about. “And on the other hand, of course, it's a bit strange to have this fame.” ...

After more than 20 years, one of the most successful children’s books of all time is getting another installment. A new book in 'The Gruffalo' series, written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated ...