Jill Barklem, born Gillian Gaze on May 23, 1951, was a British author and illustrator of children's books. She is best known for her Brambly Hedge series, which was published starting in 1980. Barklem's enchanting storytelling and delicate illustrations captivated young readers and made a lasting impact in children's literature. She continued to create beloved characters and stories until her passing on November 15, 2017.
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Time Zone - Europe/London (1:0 E)
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Meaning of the name - Jill
The name Jill is derived from the Hebrew name "Abigail", which means "my father is joyful" or "father of joy".
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Jill Barklem belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Epping
Place of Death: London
Cause of Death: pneumonia
Educated At: Saint Martin's School of Art
Occupation: children's writer | illustrator | writer
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 23, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for May 23, 2025 |
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| Sun | 1 Gemini 30 | 2 Gemini 34 | 12 Leo 13 |
| Moon | 3 Capricorn 0 | 11 Aries 11 | 10 Virgo 51 |
| Mercury | 6 Taurus 21 | 24 Taurus 31 | 9 Virgo 24 |
| Venus | 13 Cancer 57 | 17 Aries 0 | 17 Virgo 11 |
| Mars | 1 Gemini 17 | 16 Leo 35 | 21 Cancer 34 |
| Jupiter | 6 Aries 28 | 26 Gemini 7 | 14 Aries 0 |
| Saturn | 26 Virgo 7 | 29 Pisces 46 | 29 Virgo 40 |
| Uranus | 7 Cancer 26 | 27 Taurus 38 | 11 Cancer 42 |
| Neptune | 17 Libra 5 | 1 Aries 41 | 17 Libra 7 |
| Pluto | 17 Leo 32 | 3 Aquarius 43 | 19 Leo 15 |
| Rahu | 15 Pisces 14 | 23 Pisces 57 | 11 Pisces 19 |
| Ketu | 15 Virgo 14 | 23 Virgo 57 | 11 Virgo 19 |
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