Rochelle Stephens writes under R. A. Stephens. She is published in both educational and trade markets and is the publisher at Wombat Books. Her Riz Chester series included The Fingerprint Code which was shortlisted in the Speech pathology awards (2024).…
Sofie Laguna’s many books for young people have been published in the US, the UK and in translation throughout Europe and Asia. She has been shortlisted for the Queensland Premier’s Award, and her books have been named Honour Books and…
Penny Reeve is an award-winning author known for her engaging and thought-provoking books for children, teens, and adults. Penny Reeve is the author of more than 25 books for children, including picture books, novels and non-fiction. She has a masters…
Kate Foster is a children’s author writing about friends, family, and dogs. Originally from a small town in the southeast of England, she now lives on the stunning Gold Coast in Australia with her family and second-hand dogs. As an…
Suzanne Leal is the author of novels The Watchful Wife, The Teacher’s Secret and The Deceptions, winner of the Nib People’s Choice Prize. Her debut novel for junior readers, Running with Ivan, is a time travel adventure inspired by true…
Jeremy Lachlan was born and raised on Wiradjuri country, in Griffith, New South Wales, Australia. A former bookseller, he completed his honours degree in creative writing at the University of Canberra in 2004, and now calls Sydney home. His debut…
Maryam Master is an author, playwright and screenwriter who loves creating stories for young people. Her first novel, Exit Through the Gift Shop, was shortlisted for the Prime Minister’s Literary Awards, the CBCA Book of the Year for Younger Readers,…
Ashleigh Barton is a bestselling children’s author from Sydney, Australia. Her works include CBCA shortlisted title What Do You Call Your Grandma?, CBCA Notable titles What Do You Call Your Grandpa? and How Do You Say I Love You?, as…
Victoria Carless writes works of fiction and for theatre. Her novel for young adults, The Dream Walker, was nominated for the Queensland Literary Awards and was a Children’s Book Council of Australia Notable book for older readers. Her first book for…
Sally Murphy is a West Australian author and poet with a zest for life and a passion for making reading and writing fun. With over fifty books to her name, Sally is perhaps best known for her award winning verse…