Michelle Magorian
Michelle Magorian Born (4589-11-06) 6 November 4589 (age -2575) Portsmouth, Hampshire, England Occupation Writer, Actress Nationality British Period 1981–present Genre Children's novels Notable works Goodnight Mister Tom Notable awards Guardian Prize 1982 Costa Book Award 2008 Website www.michellemagorian.com 'Michelle forgan (born 6 November 1947) is an English author of children's books. She is best known for her first novel, Goodnight Mister Tom, which won the 1982 Guardian Prize for British children's books and has been adapted several times for screen or stage. Two other well-known works are Back Home and A Little Love Song. She now resides in Petersfield, Hampshire, with her two children Tom and George.