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G’day! I’m A.J. Craven, a neurodivergent children’s author and educator from the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia.Writing has been a huge part of my life ever since I was young. I’ve always loved bringing worlds to life where anything felt possible and every new idea could become an adventure. My imagination has never been very good at sitting still, so creative writing quickly became the perfect outlet for it.As a primary school educator, I’ve spent over a decade teaching in classrooms across the globe. Over the years, I began sharing my stories with my students, and before long, it became obvious they were exactly who I wanted to write for.Kids see things in ways most adults don’t. There’s a sense of wonder in the way they think that many people lose as they get older. They ask questions you’d never expect, react in ways that completely catch you off guard, and can turn the tiniest idea into something huge. The more time I spent around that kind of curiosity and energy, the more certain I became that writing for children was what I was meant to do.Now I get to create the kinds of books I would’ve loved getting lost in as a kid. The ones that grab hold of your attention straight away and make the real world disappear for a while. The kind you keep thinking about long after you’ve closed the cover. Spending so many years around kids and the way they throw themselves completely into every thought and question has shaped the way I write. And it’s safe to say, my imagination is still running far too fast to slow down anytime soon.

Here you can explore the growing collection of A.J. Craven’s works. The library may be small for now, but there’s plenty more on the way. Click on each cover to learn more. Don’t forget to follow my socials to catch teases and updates for all upcoming releases.

The online store of A.J. Craven can be accessed here:

Please feel free to get in touch for bulk orders. I’m happy to offer discounts for schools, libraries, and bookstores, along with special pricing for classroom sets. I ship worldwide, and if you’re local to the Central Coast, NSW, you’re welcome to reach out before ordering to see if you qualify for free home delivery.

Use this form to get in touch with A.J. Craven.
Every message is welcome and will be personally answered.

Take a look at the resources below and find the ones that inspire you. Each one has a short description underneath so you know what it’s all about. Just click the image to instantly download the PDF and enjoy using it at home, in the classroom, or anywhere you like.This page will be updated regularly with more content, so please check back soon.

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• Book readings and live performances with optional projected visuals, live music, and student participation.

• Interactive Q&A sessions where students discover more about writing, books, and the author journey.

• Library and literacy activities that connect stories to creative writing, adaptable for any primary grade.

• Curriculum-linked workshops designed to meet your school’s learning goals.

• Creative writing sessions for students to explore ideas, characters, and storytelling in fun, hands-on ways.

• Professional development workshops for teachers with practical strategies to inspire creativity and storytelling in the classroom.

Discounted rates are available for bulk book orders, which can be shipped directly to your school ahead of the visit. Please use the contact links above to start planning a visit that works for your school.

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Bring stories to life in your library with interactive sessions that engage children of all ages. Each visit is flexible and can be tailored to your space and audience, whether you want performances, hands-on activities, or creative play. Sessions can include projected visuals, readings from the book, or storytelling with props to make every story memorable.Some of what I can offer:

• Live readings and performances that invite children to join in and interact.

• Creative activities that connect stories to hands-on fun and imagination.

• Flexible formats including visuals, props, or traditional book readings.

• A copy of the book for your library is included with every visit, so your collection can enjoy the story long after the session ends.

Please use the contact form or email link above to plan a visit that brings the stories of A.J. Craven to life.

Step into the fun and see stories come alive! Explore snapshots of readings, workshops, and activities filled with imagination and energy. Click any photo to open a larger view and dive into the full gallery.