Diana Wynne Jones’s first children’s book was published in 1973. Her magical, funny adventures have enthralled children and adults ever since, and she has inspired many of today’s children’s and fantasy authors. Among Diana’s best-loved books for older children are the Chrestomanci series and the Howl books. Her novel Howl’s Moving Castle was made into an award-winning film. She was described by Neil Gaiman as “the best children’s writer of the last forty years”.