British writer Judith Kerr passes away after short illness - publisher

British writer and illustrator Judith Kerr has died at the age of 95 after a short illness, her publisher said.

"It is with great sadness that we announce that Judith Kerr OBE, author and illustrator of The Tiger Who Came to Tea, When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit, Mog the Forgetful Cat and many other classic children's books, died at home yesterday aged 95 following a short illness," HarperCollins said.