Craig Silvey

Biography

At the age of 19, Craig Silvey wrote his first novel, Rhubarb, published by Fremantle Press in 2004. In 2005, Rhubarb was chosen as the 'One Book' for the Perth International Writers' Festival, and was included in the national Books Alive campaign. In 2007, Silvey released The World According to Warren, a picture book affectionately starring the guide-dog from Rhubarb. Jasper Jones is his second novel.


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Teb commented on Craig Silvey's profile  

A magical story, I was afraid to put it down. You know that feeling of panic and dread, ”If I put it down, the pages could be blank when I return. I’ll never know what happens.” A satisfying, gripping read, rhythmic language, a plot that burns rather than smoulders.