Libby Hathorn
Libby Hathorn | |
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Hathorn at Ubud Writers & Readers Festival 2012 | |
| Born | Elizabeth Helen Hathorn 1943 (age 82–83) Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia |
| Occupation | Author, poet, playwright |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Notable works | Thunderwith, No Never! A Cautionary Tale, Way Home |
| Notable awards | Centenary Medal (2001), Alice Award (2014), Asher Peace Prize (2017), ABIA Pixie O'Harris Award (2022) |
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Elizabeth Helen Hathorn (born 1943) is an Australian writer for children, and a poet who works with schools, institutions and communities. She has received many awards for her books, some of which have been translated into several languages. In 2001 she was awarded a Centenary Medal for her contribution to children's theatre. In 2014 she was awarded the Alice Award for her contribution to Australian literature. In 2017 she won the Asher Peace Prize and in 2022 the ABIA Pixie O'Harris Award for excellence and dedication to children's literature.