Tove Jansson

Tove Jansson was a Finnish author, artist, and cartoonist. She is best known for creating the popular Moomin characters, which have been translated into many languages and have become a beloved part of children's literature. Tove was born in Helsinki, Finland, and grew up in a family of artists. She began her career as a cartoonist and illustrator, but eventually turned to writing and publishing her own books. Tove's work is known for its simplicity, humor, and insight into the human condition. She is considered one of the most important Finnish writers of the 20th century.