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- Libby Hathorn
- Libby Hathorn
Libby Hathorn Presents Poetry Videos
Dorothea Mackellar – Australian Poet
Come with Libby through the amazing archives of the State Library of NSW, bringing Dorothea – the creator of those famous lines ‘I love a sunburnt country,’ to life!
Henry Lawson – Australian Poet
An enigmatic colonial poet and short story writer who, despite his troubled life, wrote so many memorable pieces including The Drover’s Wife and On the Night Train.
Poets I Love
Poetry has been central to my life for as long as I can remember and influences everything I write. Here’s some more about my passion for poetry.
My books are written across a range of ages from picture book to novel.
I’m often asked about inspiration and the process of writing. Here are some of my Golden Rules for gathering ideas and enjoying writing poetry and stories.
My Golden RulesRecent Posts
Incredibilia – Live Theatre for Kids 2024
Exciting news! Immersive theatre experience, Incredibilia, is a magical journey of two friends embarking on a unique journey over the moon to many lands, by celebrated children’s author, Libby Hathorn. Incredibilia will be performed at the State Library NSW from 11 – 26 May 2024, with two daily performances at 10am and 12.30pm on weekdays, with weekend ...
AUSTRALIAN BOOK INDUSTRY AWARDS – The Pixie O’Harris Award
I’m delighted to announce my Australian Book Industry Award (ABIA) named in honour of author and illustrator Pixie O’Harris (1903 – 1991). The award recognises editors, creators, booksellers, publicists and other industry reps for commitment to children’s literature. As someone devoted to the Arts and Australian literature, I’m delighted to be the recipient of this prestigious ...
Celebrating 40 years of The Tram to Bondi Beach
After 40 years in continuous print, the glorious Tram to Bondi Beach, per inspired brush of Julie Vivas rides the rails again. Thanks to Harper Collins Publishers it’s presented in a handsome new hardback version. Due to the recent returns of trams to Sydney streets, Libby Hathorn has written a poem celebrating old trams and new.
