Tania McCartney author page

Tania McCartney biography

Tania McCartney is an Australian author, illustrator, and editor known for her work in children’s literature. She has written and illustrated a range of picture books, non-fiction titles, and junior fiction, often focusing on themes of travel, history, and culture. McCartney’s books are published by several Australian publishers, including Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing and the National Library of Australia.

Her works include the A Kid’s Year series, which explores the lives of children in different countries, and the Evie and Pog series for younger readers. She has also authored non-fiction titles such as Australian Kids Through the Years and Australia Illustrated. In addition to writing, McCartney has illustrated several of her own books and contributed artwork to other projects.

McCartney is a founding member of the Australian Children’s Laureate Foundation and has been involved in various initiatives to promote children’s literacy and literature. She regularly participates in literary festivals, school visits, and workshops, sharing her passion for books and storytelling with young readers and aspiring writers.

In 2023, Tania McCartney’s picture book Plume: Festival Seeker was published by Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing.