The Moomins Still Shine Bright

**Do you know the hippo-like creature above? He is Moomin, created by the Finnish writer and artist Tove Jansson. The first Moomin book was published 80 years ago. Since then, eight more books, four picture books and a comic strip have followed. The characters and their adventures continue to win hearts today, appearing in TV animations, films and online stickers.**

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