Annie M.G. Schmidt (1911–1995) was an iconic Dutch writer of poetry, songs, books, plays, musicals, and radio and television dramas. Her poems, songs, novels, and stories are beloved in her native ...view moreAnnie M.G. Schmidt (1911–1995) was an iconic Dutch writer of poetry, songs, books, plays, musicals, and radio and television dramas. Her poems, songs, novels, and stories are beloved in her native Holland and across the world. Often dubbed the queen of Dutch children’s books, Annie received numerous honors throughout her career, including the Hans Christian Andersen Award in 1988.view less