Robert Hillman is a Melbourne-based writer known for his works in fiction and biography. His acclaimed autobiography, "The Boy in the Green Suit," won the Australian National Biography Award in 2005, establishing his reputation as a compelling storyteller. Hillman further demonstrated his narrative skill with "My Life as a Traitor," co-authored with Zarha Ghahramani, which was shortlisted for the Prime Minister’s Literary Award for Non-Fiction in 2008 and gained international recognition.
Before dedicating himself to writing full-time, Hillman spent many years teaching at both high school and university levels. His works often explore themes of identity, resilience, and personal history, reflecting his deep engagement with human experiences. Now residing in Warburton, Victoria, he continues to contribute to Australian literature while balancing life as a father of three.
Standalone Novels
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
The Hour Of Disguise
1990
2
The Deepest Part of the Lake
2001
3
The Honey Thief (With: Najaf Mazari)
2011
4
Malini
2014
5
The Bookshop of the Broken Hearted
2018
6
The Bride of Almond Tree
2022
Non-Fiction Books
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
The Boy in the Green Suit
2005
2
My Life as a Traitor: An Iranian Memoir (With: Zarah Ghahramani)
2007
3
The Rugmaker of Mazar-e-Sharif (With: Najaf Mazari)
2008
4
Gurrumul: His Life and Music
2013
5
Joyful
2014
6
Shining: The Story of a Lucky Man (With: Abdi Aden)