Wendy Orr author page

Wendy Orr biography

Wendy Orr is an author of books for children and young adults. She was born in Canada and grew up in various locations, including France and the United States. Orr later moved to Australia, where she has spent much of her career. She trained as an occupational therapist before turning to writing.

Orr’s first book, Amanda’s Dinosaur, was published in 1988. She has since written numerous works for young readers, including picture books, junior fiction, and novels for older children. Her writing often explores themes of adventure, resilience, and personal growth.

One of her best-known novels is Nim’s Island, published in 1999 by Allen & Unwin in Australia and by Knopf in the United States. The story follows a young girl named Nim who lives on a remote island and embarks on a series of adventures. The book has been published internationally and has inspired sequels, including Nim at Sea and Nim and the Lone Dragon.

Orr’s other works include Peeling the Onion, which was published in 1996 and explores the experiences of a teenager recovering from a life-changing accident. She has also written the Rainbow Street series and several picture books for younger children.

Wendy Orr’s novel Dirt Bikes was published in 2022.