Emily Rodda

Emily Rodda is a well-known Australian author, best recognized for her contribution to children's fantasy literature. She has written many popular series, including Deltora Quest, Rondo, and the Star of Deltora. Her works are highly regarded and have captivated the imaginations of young readers around the world.

Born in Sydney, Australia, Emily Rodda is actually the pen name of Jennifer Rowe. She pursued higher education at the University of Sydney, where she earned an MA (Hons) in English Literature in 1973. Her academic background in English literature would later provide a strong foundation for her own writing career.

Before becoming an author, Rodda worked in the publishing industry, gaining valuable experience as a book editor and eventually becoming a publisher at Angus & Robertson. This background in publishing offered her insights into the industry and undoubtedly helped shape her own approach to writing and publishing her work. Her first book was published in 1984, marking the beginning of a successful career as a children's fiction author.