John Townsend

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John Townsend is a British author of children's books (fiction, nonfiction, and plays). He was a secondary school teacher, playwright, and storyteller in primary schools before concentrating on writing full-time. He is a Reading Champion for the UK's National Literacy Trust, a Reading Patron, and a frequent visitor to schools, literacy projects, and anywhere celebrating books.

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John Townsend

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