Andy Griffiths talks writing, literacy and what it takes to be an author

Legendary children’s writer and alumnus Andy Griffiths talks about his life and career journey from teacher and punk rocker to one of the most recognised children’s authors in the world.

Read more about Andy's story at: https://this.deakin.edu.au/career-and-study/andy-griffiths-answers-what-does-it-take-to-be-an-author
Learn more about Andy and his most recent work at: https://andygriffiths.com.au/

Chapters

00:00 – Welcome

00:55 – Early Love for Books

02:00 – Discovering Humour & Shock Value

03:50 – Punk Rock & Performance

06:15 – Becoming a Teacher

09:30 – From Classroom to First Books

13:40 – Finding His Voice

18:00 – Persistence

22:00 – The Treehouse Series

29:00 – Child-Centred Fiction

41:00 – Literacy & Imagination

55:00 – Audio Books & Adaptations

01:03:00 – Advice for Parents & Educators

01:08:00 – What’s Next

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