Kristy Nita Brown loves to write junior fiction about small characters who do big things. A debut author from Western Australia, Kristy delivers creative writing workshops at libraries and schools, and lectures film and television production at TAFE. Previously, Kristy has worked as an executive in the Australian music industry, and in television training and production roles in Sydney and Melbourne.

She has a Bachelor of Primary Education, a Bachelor of Media Studies, a Certificate of Training and Assessment and completed numerous courses at the Australian Writers’ Centre. Kristy is an active member of the Australian writing community. Kristy can also do a backwards somersault into a pool, as long as it is safe to do so!

WRITING CREDITS

2023 - Looking for Lily - West Australian Young Readers' Book Award, shortlisted in younger readers category

2022 - Looking for Lily - CYA Aspiring Authors Competition, 2nd place in younger readers chapter book category

2022 - Silly Willy for Class Captain - Larrikin House and SCBWI Competition, longlisted in graphic novel category

FUN FACTS ABOUT KRISTY

Favourite book: Polly and Buster by Sally Rippin

What can Kristy play: Flute, drums and chess

Favourite board game: Chill Out!

Favourite food: Bun Bo Xao - nom nom nom!

Favourite drink: Iced coffee with heaps of ice cream

Where you'll find Kristy: In hot water!