An anarchic writer, Andy Griffiths has always refused to follow the rules. He shows us into his music room and zany ‘playroom’ filled with the books and toys that have fired his imagination since childhood.
ABC announces new series based on bestselling children’s books
The ABC, in partnership with Werner Film Productions, is excited to announce a new screen adaptation of Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton’s bestselling children’s book series The Treehouse.
There would barely be a parent or grandparent who hasn’t read one of his books to the kids. Andy Griffiths is Australia’s rock star children’s author – and he has a new gig.
Watch the official launch of the 2026–2027 Children’s Laureate, Andy Griffiths! Andy Griffiths champions the power of reading as an adventure that all children and families can enjoy. He is joined by illustrator Bill Hope, his collaborator on a new series, including You & Me and the Land of Lost Things and You & Me and the Peanut Butter Beast.
After playing in a band and being a high school teacher, Andy Griffiths dropped everything to become a children’s author. His international success is a testament to his punk-rock writing philosophy.
Named as Australia’s children’s laureate for 2026-27, the beloved author opens up about the best thing a fan has ever sent him – and his first tattoo
Legendary children’s writer and alumnus Andy Griffiths talks about his life and career journey from teacher and punk rocker to one of the most recognised children’s authors in the world.
Andy Griffiths’ plan to make your kids love reading
Beloved children’s author steps into Laureate role with a focus on the “horizon-expanding and life-enhancing joys” of reading.
Andy Griffiths’ plan to make your kids love reading
The tattooed author behind The Day My Bum Went Psycho has been named Australia’s new Children’s Laureate, promising to get reluctant readers hooked on books.
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