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Simon Mugford biography

Simon Mugford is a British author known for writing children’s non-fiction, particularly in the areas of sport and popular culture. He has written numerous books for young readers, often focusing on football and other sports figures. Mugford is the co-author, with Dan Green, of the Football Superstars series, published by Welbeck Publishing. This series profiles prominent footballers such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Kylian Mbappé, presenting facts, statistics, and biographical details in an accessible format for children.

In addition to the Football Superstars series, Mugford has contributed to other non-fiction titles for children, including books on dinosaurs, science, and history. His works have been published by a range of UK publishers, including Dorling Kindersley and Welbeck Publishing. Mugford’s books are widely used in schools and libraries, supporting literacy and engagement with factual texts among young readers.

The Football Superstars series has been recognised for its appeal to reluctant readers and its use in educational settings. Titles in the series include Football Superstars: Harry Kane (2019), Football Superstars: Mohamed Salah (2019), and Football Superstars: Marcus Rashford (2020). Mugford’s work continues to reach a broad audience through translations and international editions.

Simon Mugford’s books have been shortlisted for the 2022 Sports Book Awards in the Children’s Sports Book of the Year category.