Ruby Redfort Blink and You Die

Lauren Child, the U.K. Children's Laureate, is the best-selling author and illustrator of numerous picture books about siblings Charlie and Lola, who also star in their own TV series. In addition, she is the creator of a series of award-winning books about the irrepressible Clarice Bean, where the character of Ruby Redfort was first introduced. Lauren Child lives in London.