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Libby Gleeson
Born 1950 (age 74–75)
Young, New South Wales, Australia
Occupation Author
Spouse(s) Euan Tovey
Children 3 including Jessica Tovey

Libby Gleeson is a well-known Australian author. She writes many books for children and young adults. She was born in 1950 in Young, New South Wales, Australia. Libby is one of six children in her family. Her sister, Margie Gleeson, teaches creative and performing arts. Libby is also the mother of actress Jessica Tovey and journalist Josephine Tovey. She has been recognized as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM). This award honors her important contributions to Australian literature.

About Libby Gleeson

Libby Gleeson studied history at the University of Sydney. After her studies, she worked as a teacher for two years. She taught in a small town called Picton, near Sydney. In the mid-1970s, Libby lived overseas for five years. She spent time in Italy, where she taught English. Then she moved to London. It was in London that she started writing her first novel, Eleanor Elizabeth.

When she returned to Australia, she taught at the University of Sydney again. For the past twenty years, Libby has written many books. She also teaches creative writing classes sometimes. She is very good at writing different kinds of books. These include picture books for young children. She also writes novels for young children and for slightly older readers. Libby has even written scripts for popular TV shows. These include the ABC's Bananas in Pyjamas and Magic Mountain.

Libby Gleeson is married to a scientist named Euan Tovey. They have three adult daughters. She lives in the inner west area of Sydney. Currently, she is a Fellow on a special team for MindChamps. This team focuses on education and research.

Picture Books

Libby Gleeson has written many wonderful picture books. These books often have beautiful illustrations.

  • One Sunday Illustrated by John Winch
  • Mum Goes to Work Illustrated by Penny Azar
  • Where's Mum? Illustrated by Craig Smith
  • Sleep Time Illustrated by Armin Greder
  • Big Dog (1991) Illustrated by Armin Greder
  • The Princess and the Perfect Dish (1995) Illustrated by Armin Greder
  • The Great Bear (1999) Illustrated by Armin Greder
  • An Ordinary Day (2001) Illustrated by Armin Greder
  • Shutting the Chooks In (2003) Illustrated by Ann James
  • Cuddle Time (2004) Illustrated by Julie Vivas
  • Amy and Louis (2006) Illustrated by Freya Blackwood
  • Clancy and Millie and the Very Fine House (2009) Illustrated by Freya Blackwood
  • A Simply Spectacular Hat (2009) Illustrated by Dee Texidor

Junior Fiction Books

Libby Gleeson also writes novels for younger readers. These books are often called junior fiction.

  • Skating on Sand (1994) Illustrated by Ann James
  • Hannah Plus One (1996) Illustrated by Ann James
  • Queen of the Universe (1997) Illustrated by David Cox
  • Hannah and the Tomorrow Room (1999) Illustrated by Ann James
  • Dear Writer (2000) Illustrated by David Cox
  • My Story: The Rum Rebellion, the diary of David Bellamy (2001)
  • Hannah the Famous(2004) Illustrated by Ann James
  • Ray's Olympics (2006) Illustrated by David Cox
  • Happy Birthday X3 (2007) Illustrated by David Cox
  • Clancy's Long Walk (2007) Illustrated by Chantal Stewart
  • Red (2012)

Young Adult Fiction Books

For slightly older readers, Libby Gleeson writes young adult novels.

  • Eleanor, Elizabeth (1984)
  • I am Susannah (1987)
  • Dodger (1990)
  • Love Me, Love Me Not (1993)
  • Refuge (1998)
  • Mahtab's Story (2008)

Awards and Recognition

Libby Gleeson has won many awards for her writing. These awards show how important her books are.

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