She sold her first book for publication, Grim Glen Castle, in 1939, but it was not published because of the outbreak of war. She failed to publish any adult pieces, but found unexpected success at selling short stories for children. After completing her education in 1932, Miss Allan taught folk dancing classes for the English Folk Dance and Song Society while submitting stories and novels for publication. From the age of eight, she intended to become an author. Educated at disappointing dame schools, Miss Allan took no interest in her lessons but enjoyed only reading in the library and composing short stories and novels. She was born in Wallasey, Cheshire, England, on February 11, 1915, to James Pemberton Allan, a merchant, and his wife, Priscilla Hagon Allan.
Mabel Esther Allan was a British author of about 170 children's books.
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