Ann Mallinson
Ann Mallinson, of Wellington, received the Insignia of an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to publishing, in particular children’s literature. Mrs Mallinson continues to be involved with publishing, in particular children’s literature. She established Mallinson Rendel with her late husband in 1980 and since then it has published more than 170 titles, specialising in picture books for children. The best known author published by Mallinson Rendel is Lynley Dodd whose Hairy Maclary stories have sold more than six million copies worldwide. Other Mallinson Rendel authors include Joy Cowley, David Hill and Fleur Beale. The Publishing House has received numerous awards, including the New Zealand Post Children’s Choice Award in 2005 and the Gaelyn Gordon Award for a Much-Loved Book in 2002.