The British author, known for his beloved children's books — often in collaboration with late wife and illustrator Janet Ahlberg — has died at 87.
Allan's fellow children's authors and book lovers around the world took to social media to mourn his death — and to honor his life and career.
"The cold autumn walks to the local library, book tickets, date stamps and hours spent exploring the boxes of picture books. Memories of FunnyBones and Each Peach Pear Plum. 'I spy Tom Thumb…,'" quoted producer Dan Edwards. "Thank you Allan. #AllanAhlberg."
It’s impossible to choose a favourite book by Allan Ahlberg. So many of us got into reading through his books and Janet’s wonderful illustrations ❤️ RIP ❤️ pic.twitter.com/xHad5V6PBc
— rachel (@Rachbythesea) July 31, 2025Belinda Ioni Rasmussen, CEO of Walker Books Group (a publisher of several of Allan's titles), said in a statement via The Guardian that Allan "was enormously playful in spirit and language and had the ability to make you smile in one sentence."
Allan compiled his wife's final printing, Janet's Last Book, in 1997, three years after her death. Allan's own final book was called Under the Table, which was released last year.
He is survived by his and Janet's daughter Jessica Ahlberg, as well as second wife Vanessa Clark and his two stepchildren.
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