James Moloney facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
James Moloney
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James Moloney
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| Born | 20 September 1954 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Occupation | Author |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Notable works | Swashbuckler, A Bridge to Wiseman's Cove, Dougy, Gracey, Angela (Gracey Trilogy), Lost Property |
James "Jim" Moloney was born on September 20, 1954. He is a well-known Australian author who writes books for children and teenagers. His stories are popular with readers from ages seven to seventeen. He is especially famous for his books written for young adults.
Many of James Moloney's books have won important awards. They have also been translated into several languages. These include French, Korean, Lithuanian, and Flemish/Dutch.
James Moloney was born in Sydney, Australia. He grew up in Brisbane, where he still lives today. He lives with his wife, Kate, who used to be a teacher-librarian.
Before becoming a full-time writer, James Moloney was a teacher. He studied at Griffith University. He also learned about being a teacher-librarian and computer education. Working in libraries helped him discover his love for children's literature. This led him to start writing his own stories.
His first book, Crossfire, was published in 1992. He has been writing ever since. In 1998, he stopped teaching to write full-time. He writes in a special cabin in his backyard. His family calls it 'Dad's Shed'.
James Moloney enjoys writing about what teenagers think and feel. He wants to understand their passions and what matters to them. Then, he tries to put these feelings into his stories. His books for older readers often explore important topics. These include family, love, friendship, and finding your place in the world. He also writes about body image, growing up, and dealing with challenges. His stories sometimes touch on issues like identity, disability, and racial understanding.
Awards and Recognitions
James Moloney has won many awards for his books. These awards celebrate the best books for children and young adults in Australia.
Children's Book Council of Australia Awards
- 1993 Notable - Older Readers: Crossfire
- 1994 Honour Book - Older Readers: Dougy
- 1995 Honour Book - Older Readers: Gracey
- 1996 Book of the Year - Younger Readers: Swashbuckler
- 1996 Shortlisted for Book of the Year - Older Readers: The House on River Terrace
- 1997 Book of the Year - Older Readers: A Bridge to Wiseman's Cove
- 1999 Shortlisted for Book of the Year - Younger Readers: Buzzard Breath and Brains
- 2001 Shortlisted for Book of the Year - Older Readers: Touch Me
- 2004 Shortlisted for Book of the Year - Older Readers: Black Taxi
- 2006 Honour Book - Older Readers: Lost Property
- 2009 Shortlisted for Book of the Year - Older Readers: Kill the Possum
- 2016 Notable - Older Readers: The Beauty is in the Walking
- 2018 Winner: Dame Annabelle Rankin Award
- 2019 Winner: Nan Chauncy Award
Other Major Awards
- 1997 Winner Children's Peace Literature Award: A Bridge to Wiseman's Cove
- 1999 Recommended Book Children's Peace Literature Award: Buzzard Breath and Brains
- Honourable Mention - UNESCO Prize for Children's Literature in the Service of Tolerance and Peace: Angela
- 2001 Winner Victorian Premiers Award (Young Adult category): Touch Me
- 2001 Winner Children's Peace Literature Award: Touch Me
- 2007 Shortlisted Children's Peace Literature Award: Lost Property
- 2011 Winner Gold Inky: Silvermay
- 2015 Shortlisted Best Designed Children's Fiction Book: Disappearing Act
