Lari Don author page

Lari Don biography

Lari Don is a Scottish author known for her work in children’s and young adult fiction. She grew up in the north-east of Scotland and has a background in politics and broadcasting. Don has written a range of books, including adventure novels, short stories, and retellings of traditional tales.

Her fiction often draws on folklore and mythology, particularly from Scotland and other cultures. Among her notable works is the Fabled Beast Chronicles series, which includes titles such as First Aid for Fairies and Other Fabled Beasts, Wolf Notes, Storm Singing and Other Tangled Tasks, and Fire Spell. She has also written the Spellchasers trilogy, beginning with The Beginner’s Guide to Curses.

In addition to her novels, Don has published collections of traditional tales, such as Girls, Goddesses and Giants: Tales of Heroines from Around the World and Breaking the Spell: Stories of Magic and Mystery from Scotland. Her picture books include The Tale of Tam Linn and The Secret of the Kelpie.

Lari Don’s work has been recognised in the UK, and she has participated in school visits and literary events. Her novel First Aid for Fairies and Other Fabled Beasts won the 2009 Scottish Children’s Book Award.