Children's Author Andy Griffiths on the High Road to Bendigo

Bendigo Library is excited to be hosting a visit from popular children’s author Andy Griffiths as part of the State Library of Victoria’s High Road to Reading Program.

Andy Griffiths is one of Australia’s most popular and well-loved children’s authors. He has written more than 25 books, including short stories, comic novels, nonsense verse, picture books, plays and a creative writing guide for students and teachers. Andy is best known for theJUST!books,The Day My Bum Went PsychoandThe Treehouseseries.

Children’s and Family Services Manager, Tammy Higgs said that the initial response to Andy’s visit has been remarkable

“We were very excited to hear Andy was visiting us as part of the High Road to Reading Program and thought we may need a bigger venue to host the event

“I was slightly anxious about filling the Town Hall, but within two days all 300 released tickets were booked which shows Andy is as popular as ever”

“For those who missed out, don’t despair there are still a few tickets up for grabs” she says

To win an opportunity to see Andy Griffiths in action email Bendigo Library at bendigo@ncgrl.vic.gov.au and tell them in 50 words or less what is your favourite Andy Griffiths’ book and why.

Entries accepted until May 30 with winners announced Tuesday 3 June.

Andy will be visiting on Friday June 13 between 6.00 – 7.00pm at the Bendigo Town Hall, Bendigo.