Mick Elliott is an author, illustrator, TV producer, screenwriter, literacy ambassador and professional mischief-maker.

His illustrated middle grade series, Squidge Dibley Destroys the School has been sold all over the world. His hilarious shapeshifting trilogy, The Turners, was nominated for an Aurealis Award.

Mick has contributed stories and illustrations to many bestselling anthologies. His first picture book, Dads and Dogs is a celebration of the perils of parenthood and puppies. His next picture book, Mums and Mogs is coming in April 2024.

 Mick has written and produced acclaimed children’s shows for the ABC, Nickelodeon, the Sesame Workshop and Channel TEN.

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Talk and Workshop details

Talk: It’s all true! Even the bits that I made up!(Yrs 4-7)

Enter the imagination of best-selling author, illustrator, kids’ TV producer and professional mischief maker, Mick Elliott as he reveals his secrets for creating comic characters and twisted tales, like Squidge Dibley, The Turners and Dads & Dogs. This dynamic, interactive session is a rare opportunity for kids to hear first-hand from one of Australia’s funniest and most energetic storytellers.

Thurs 22 Feb : 11am - 11.45am ; 12.30pm - 1.15pm

Fri 23 Feb : 11am - 11.45am; 12.30pm - 1.15pm

Tues 27 Feb: 9.30am - 10.15am VIRTUAL

Workshop: Cartooning Workshop: Everyone can draw! (Yrs 4-7)

Everyone can draw - even if you think you can’t! This fun and fast-paced illustrating workshop demonstrates that with just a few lines and squiggles, kids can create unique and hilarious cartoon characters.

Thurs 22 Feb : 9.30am - 10.30am

Fri 23 Feb: 9.30am - 10.30am