Dame Jacqueline Wilson (née Aitken) is an English novelist renowned for her compelling children's literature. Born on December 17, 1945, in Bath, Jacqueline has captivated young readers with over 100 books since her debut in 1969. Her novels often tackle realistic topics such as adoption and divorce, which resonate with her large audience.

Jacqueline spent much of her childhood in Kingston-on-Thames and always aspired to be a writer. She wrote her first ‘novel’ at the age of nine, filling in countless Woolworths’ exercise books as she grew up. Her career in writing began with a role at a magazine publishing company, followed by a stint as a journalist at Jackie magazine before she transitioned to writing novels full-time.

One of her most famous and enduring creations is Tracy Beaker, who first appeared in 1991 in The Story of Tracy Beaker. The book was the first to be illustrated by Nick Sharratt, marking the beginning of a successful collaboration.

Jacqueline Wilson's influence in children's literature is profound, with several of her books featuring in the BBC's 2003 survey "The Big Read," and she was the most borrowed author in UK libraries for four consecutive years starting in 2004.