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$1995
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · August 15, 1995
The Jolly Pocket Postman
A postman delivers letters through Wonderland and Oz, facing whimsical challenges.
40 pages
4.6 Goodreads · 696 ratings
Hardcover
Children's book Author & Illustrator
Janet Ahlberg
Biography
Husband and wife team Allan and Janet Ahlberg created many popular picture books for young readers, including the Jolly Postman series and Each Peach Pear Plum, which was awarded the Kate Greenaway Medal for distinguished illustration in the UK.
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995
A postman delivers letters through Wonderland and Oz, facing whimsical challenges.
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Book Stats
7
Authored
3
Illustrated
2
Collaborators
Picture books
8
Chapter books
1
Board books
1
Publishing timeline
Books published each year, stacked by book type.
Publication timeline from 1977 to 1995.
Book mix
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Book type breakdown: 8 picture books, 1 chapter books, 1 board books.
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995
A postman delivers letters through Wonderland and Oz, facing whimsical challenges.
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994
A kidnapped boy spins a tale to outsmart outlaws.
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Discover the excitement and comfort of starting school.
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Discover secret letters between fairy tale characters and reimagine classic stories.
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Discover hidden fairy tale characters in a playful 'I spy' adventure.
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 1978
Robbers plan a toy heist on Christmas Eve. Can they be stopped?
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The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Janet Ahlberg's books.