(Jim Cole/AP)Tomie dePaola, the prolific children’s author and illustrator who delighted generations with tales of Strega Nona, died in New Hampshire on Monday aged 85. Mr dePaola was best known for his tales of Strega Nona. (Jim Cole/AP)Other books in the series include Strega Nona’s Magic Lessons and Strega Nona Meets Her Match. She’s cute, she’s not pretty, she’s kind of funny-looking, but she’s sweet, she’s understanding. Christmas, his favourite holiday, was a popular subject of many of his works exploring traditions of the season, and offered some storylines for Strega Nona.

Source: Irish Independent March 31, 2020 02:15 UTC