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Writer & illustrator Alfred Bestall wrote & illustrated the stories from 1935-1965, taking over from original creator Mary Tourtel. The comic strip first appeared in in 1920, and in annuals since 1936.

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2021-12-14

by Peter Hall

I wrote a snow tale of a bear
that land and Time forgot,
but if you know him
and have a care
Snugs Bear is loved
a LOT!

My little story took me back...
to the tales of

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2021-05-11

They’re taking very seriously in Nutwood! 😴😴😴

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2021-03-20

Love this and
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2020-12-15

There's so much magic in each story, it can make every day feel like We've combined some of Alfred Bestall's best-loved stories in one hardback collection, perfect for Rupert fans: https://t.co/H5T3xuyrsz

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2020-12-12

There's a for every kind of weather! ☀️☔️ Discover some of his best-loved adventures in 'Rupert Bear: A Celebration of Favourite Stories: https://t.co/l5cH4Xbs1M It would make quite the present for Rupert fans! 😉#ChristmasGiftIdeas

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2020-11-19

first appeared on this day in 1920 as a character of the Daily Express strip.
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2019-11-09

Sometimes you get in too deep with your favorite characters to the point you’ve got an entirely fictional friend group.

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2018-01-31