Favourite Authors

Shel Silverstein

One of favourite contemporary children's literature authors would have to be Shel Silverstein

His amazing creativity and self drawn pictures bring such life and vitality to his books. after discovering his talent I am intersted in getting to know more about Shel and his oftenquirky sense of humour.

Below are a series of drawings from his picture books.

Listen along to this video named, "Ickle Me, Pickle Me, Tickle Me Too" from Where the Sidewalk Ends © 1974, renewed 2002 Evil Eye, LLC. Performed by Shel Silverstein courtesy of Sony BMG Music Entertainment. He has a great website which reflects his true nature as a talented writer and illustrator.

Look out for other short stories of his which you can be find on Youtube, they are an interactive delight for children and teachres allike. You may even be able to incorporate the video into your classroom.

Graeme Base

Graeme Base is another one of my favourite authors for his unique interpretation of his world and how he allows us to view it through the eyes of magical animals. Another very creative and talent author of children's books, more famously known for such books as 'Animalia' published in 1986.

Roald Dahl

Roald Dahl would also have to feature as one of my favourite authors and talents in the field of children's literature. He has been childhood favourite of mine for a long time now and I'll never forget his whimsical books!

Paul Jennings

Paul Jennings is a best-selling Australian children's book writer. His books mainly feature short stories that lead the reader through an unusual series of events that end with a twist. I loved his books growing up and they still have an effect on me today, I hope all young readers get the opportunity to experience the qwirks of Paul Jennings. His still producing today and I am looking forward to reader his latest book 'The Nest' which can view at penguin books

The Brighton Fringe Festival

The Brighton Fringe Fesitval is a great resource for young emerging writers, artists, illustrators, producers and audiences alike.

For direct information related to literature present at the fesitval follow the link for a listing of books and authors. If you are after more information about the events that the festival holds then just follow the link. It can be really helpful to check out the events as you might notice some writers or illustrators which you fancy. Just happened to come across this event unexpectedly so please check it out.


This is Hilary Cooke who is the designer of the Twenty-Six Letters which the Children's Literature section of the program for the 2009 Brighton Fringe Festival. She takes us through you is being presented i.e like Chris Fisher , events for individuals and all ages that are being held, interactive schedules and a run down of what to expect from the program. A very exciting program for children, parents, teachers and authors.



The next video is Pippa Smith who is in charge of the Children and Family section of the program. Her main contribution is the marketing and promotion of the program to families and children which could really help anyone out there who is in a similar position and may need a fresh look at how to attract attention in Children's Literature.



It really is a great event where a lot of schools and administation could learn a few things from. These ideas are here to promote reading to our children therefore we should share whatever resources we can find to better enhance their future and exposure them to the assortment of talented people making them.