Australian children’s book author, illustrator and visual storyteller. I weave magic, creativity and fun into all I do.
Join me in Emerald, Queensland, for two days of literary events to spark the imagination and immerse yourself in all things books. A truly #kidlit focused event with student sessions and workshops, an adult panel, a pencil-to-plate breakfast and storytelling throughout.
Storfest Central QLD Writers’ Festival is a chance to meet your favourite Australian authors and illustrators up close. Bring an extra tote bag for our jam-packed bookshop and save the date for our FREE community GEOGLIDE Prologue Party.
I can’t wait to see you there!
About Liv Lorkin
Liv Lorkin is a heart-led creative, children’s book author and illustrator. Crafting thoughtful stories that navigate complex themes while spreading the message of hope.
Since discovering her niche in self-publishing with her first picture book, “Winter in Ballarat“, she has authored six and illustrated seven more books, culminating in her latest release, “Sage and the Journey of Grief.” Drawing from her childhood experience of losing her mum, infusing her middle-grade writing with authenticity and empathy.
When not immersed in illustrating on Dharawal land, she can be found exploring gardens, finishing a good puzzle and drinking her third cup of tea.
Join top children’s illustrators Yvonne Mes and Liv Lorkin as they cross canvases before a table of fierce, but fair, young judges. Hosted by Andrew McDonald, enjoy a vibrant competition of skills and creativity, students will steer the artists’ illustration and decide who remains standing.
Liv Lorkin is a heart-led creative, children’s book author and illustrator. Her signature illustration style is whimsical and full of joy, capturing a deep sense of wonder for the natural world. Her love for celebrating regional communities blossomed into her first picture book series, inspired by her ten years in Ballarat, which spanned six titles.
Yvonne Mes is a children’s author and illustrator from Brisbane. She writes fiction and non-fiction for children with curious minds. Her latest picture book is The Opal Dinosaur, a nonfiction picture book with CSIRO. Yvonne is the coordinator of Write Links, Queensland’s children’s writers and illustrators group. She is completing her Master of Arts in Creative Writing and Literature at a snail’s pace.
Join the battle for a night of laughter and imagination while tickets remain!
Tickets are $40pp and includes dinner.
