The award winning writer had been suffering from cancer.
Mal's his first full-length novel was based around football, called Keeper.
In 2006, Mal won the Carnegie Medal for his book, Tamar.
Exmouth author Mal Peet dies.
More from Local News
-
Devon's top cop stays on
16 months more for chief constable
-
Devon listed house wants alcohol licence
Poltimore House Trust says drink sales would ‘increase popularity’
-
Exeter unveils massive expansion project
Nearly 40 communities to join the city
-
Car sales site with no planning permission causes outrage
Owner says it's now just storage
-
Five councillors named after property company collapse
It includes one who had put in FOI request
-
Paignton beach hut owners face disruption
They're not happy
