Craig Silvey is an Australian author and screenwriter from Fremantle, Western Australia. He gained critical acclaim with his debut novel, "Rhubarb," published in 2004, followed by his bestselling second novel, "Jasper Jones," released in 2009. Widely regarded as a modern Australian classic, "Jasper Jones" achieved international recognition, earning accolades such as an International Dublin Literary Award shortlisting and a Michael J. Printz Award Honor. His third novel, "Honeybee," published in 2020, became an award-winning bestseller, winning the Indie Book Award for Best Fiction and topping the Better Reading Top 100 in 2022 and 2023.
Silvey expanded his literary repertoire with "Runt," his first novel for younger readers, released in 2022. Dubbed an instant classic, "Runt" won multiple awards, including the Children’s Book Council of Australia Book of the Year Award. Its sequel, "Runt and the Diabolical Dognapping," is set for release in September 2025. Known for his compelling storytelling across genres, Silvey has established himself as a prominent figure in contemporary Australian literature.