Aśka (she/they) is creative dynamite—an award-winning graphic novelist, ex-quantum physicist, and huge fan of the little doovalacky above the ‘s’ in her name (it’s pronounced "Ash-ka"). A wildly engaging presenter with a passion for visual literacy, Aśka has published over ten books, comics and graphic novels.
Louise is a writer and author who lives in Perth, Western Australia. She is also a writing mentor, manuscript assessor and editor, and workshop facilitator.
Jen Banyard is a writer for big and little people. She’s best known for her middle readers’ adventure stories, notably the ‘Riddle Gully’ series, but has written and reviewed for adult journals. With a PhD in creative writing, Jen has taught at university and is a ukulele-toting advocate–facilitator of writing, reading and wonder in schools…
From multi-international award winning Advertising Copywriter to Author of the much-loved word play books Has A Book Got A Spine? and Can You Crack Them? – Erica’s love of the English language is contagious. School & library workshops have both kids and teachers shouting out in uncontainable glee at the quirkiness of the English language.…
A.J. is an award-winning writer for teenagers and adults. She has six novels, and is best known for her recent novel ONE SONG, her speculative fiction duology HIVE and ROGUE, as well as her realistic novel ZAC & MIA, which has been adapted for television in America. A.J. is an experienced speaker and teacher, and…
Sharron is a multi-award-nominated fiction writer with decades of experience in the fast-paced world of corporate communications. Her superpower is helping people spruce up, clean up and sharpen up their writing through editing, manuscript assessments, 1:1 coaching, group facilitation and workshops. An experienced and thorough interviewer, Sharron is skilled at bringing out the best in…
Bianca Breen is a professional book nerd. Bianca is passionate about the book community, founding YA for WA in 2021 and previously holding the position of Communications Director at the Australian Young Adult Literature Alliance (#LoveOzYA) and co-host of The YA Room. In 2021 she was the winner of the ASA Award Mentorship, and has…
Amanda is an award-winning writer of both original and tie-in fiction. She is a two-time Scribe Award winner, a two-time Tin Duck Award winner, an Aurealis and Ditmar Awards finalist, and author of several novels and short stories. Her original novel, The Subjugate, is being developed for TV by Aquarius Films (AUS) and Anonymous Content…
Kristy Nita Brown is a dynamic children's book author, educator, and creative entrepreneur. Her debut book, Looking for Lily, was shortlisted for the 2023 West Australian Young Readers’ Book Award. "From the moment Kristy started, she captivated students with her vibrant personality. Her sessions were not just fun, but packed with valuable lessons. Fascinated by…
Atom-smashing STEM journalist and award-winning children’s author Cristy Burne blends science and story to inspire innovation and create positive change.