Rose Amy Fyleman (born Feilmann) was an English writer, poet, and dramatist who became one of the most successful and widely read children's authors of the early twentieth century. Born in Nottingham in 1877, she initially pursued a career in music, training as a singer and studying at the Royal College of Music. However, she eventually shifted her creative focus toward writing, finding her true calling in literature for young audiences.
Fyleman is best remembered for her whimsical and imaginative verse, which frequently centered on folklore, magic, and the supernatural. Her most enduring contribution to children's literature is her poetry about fairies, a theme that resonated deeply with the public of her era. Her most famous poem, "There are fairies at the bottom of our garden," was published in 1917 and quickly captured the popular imagination. The piece achieved even greater fame when it was set to music by the prominent English composer Liza Lehmann, becoming a staple of drawing-room recitals.
In addition to her poetry, Fyleman was an active contributor to children's publications and published numerous collections of verse, plays, and stories. Her writing was characterized by its gentle humor, rhythmic musicality, and an innate ability to capture a child's sense of wonder. She passed away in 1957, leaving behind a significant legacy in the genre of children's fantasy and verse.
