Victor Kelleher (Author)

With a host of award-winning novels to his credit, Victor Kelleher remains one of Australia's most celebrated writers for both adults and children. Born in London, he lived in Africa for twenty years before moving to New Zealand, where he began to write, prompted by homesickness for Africa. He moved to Australia in 1976. His novels have received many awards and commendations, including the Australian Children's Book of the Year Award. Formerly an associate professor of literature, Victor now writes full time.

Awards:

Speech Pathology Australia - Lower Primary
Short-listed - 2007 for The Magic Violin: Aussie Nibbles

Kids Own Aust Literature Award (KOALA)
Short-listed - 1995 for Master of the Grove

Kids Own Aust Literature Award (KOALA)
Short-listed - 1995 for Taronga

CBC Book of the Year
Honour - 1987 for Taronga

CBC Book of the Year
Short-listed - 1985 for Papio

CBC Book of the Year
Winner - 1983 for Master of the Grove

Profile was last updated on 8 March 2006.

Available Titles:

The Beast of Heaven
Adult | Paperback | Uqp | 3 Jul 1995 | $22.00 | ISBN-13: 9780702228315

Micky Darlin'
Adult | Paperback | Uqp | 1 Feb 1995 | $18.95 | ISBN-13: 9780702228018

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