Shirley Barber

1935 – 2023

Shirley Barber (1935 – 2023) was a British-born Australian author and illustrator of children's books, best known for her fairy-themed stories and detailed illustrations.

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April 10, 2026

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"Fairies are very shy creatures and prefer to keep themselves hidden from human eyes"

- Shirley Barber

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"If you look very carefully, you may see a fairy in your garden"

- Shirley Barber

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"The world of fairies is all around us, though we seldom notice it"

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"Fairies, elves, mermaids and water-babies inhabit the magical world created by Shirley Barber"

- Shirley Barber

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