Hello, I am Bethany, a children’s author and illustrator living in Queensland, Australia. I am also a teacher and curriculum specialist, and I love chatting to young readers and writers about storytelling. Get in touch if you’d like me to come and speak at your school!

Though it took me a while to get my first book published (and for me to feel like I could call myself a writer), I have always loved storytelling.

I have loved stories since my father told unscripted bedtime tales of naughty girls and magical puddles*. My childhood was filled with Emily Rodda, tree climbing, homemade hideouts and top secret clubs. In my teens, I devoured Robin Hobb tomes under my covers, losing myself in fantastical worlds until the sun rose and I had to go to school.

To this day, I believe nothing beats a wilful female protagonist on a romping great adventure.

My passion for the arts, history, and for empowering young people is front and centre in my storytelling. I can’t wait to share my stories with you. I am also passionate about the #LoveOzMG community. Come and celebrate Australian middle grade literature with me, on Instagram.

*okay, now I realise Dad stole all his ideas from CS Lewis.

Photo: Joel Devereux

GOOD NEWS!

June 2025: accepted the role of ARA of SCBWI Queensland

March 2025: picture book signed with Little Book Press (illustrations by Chris Kennett)!

September 2024: I’m thrilled to announce I’m now represented by Sarah McKenzie Literary Management!

July 2024: chapter-book trilogy signed with Wombat Books (illustrations by Jade Goodwin)!

July 2024: middle fiction trilogy signed with Wombat Books!