Martin Waddell

About

Northern Irish-born children's author best known for his Little Bear books. He is also known for a 1973 novel entitled In a Blue Velvet Dress.

Before fame

His first successful literary work, an adult thriller novel called Otley, was adapted into a film.

Trivia

He published several mystery and ghost stories under the pseudonym of Catherine Sefton.

Family life

During his childhood years in Northern Ireland, he dreamed of becoming a professional soccer (football) player.

Associated with

He earned the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2004.