Andrew Paterson Andrew Paterson i(19282128 works by)
Gender: Male
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BiographyHistory

Medical doctor, who later completed a graduate diploma in Creative Writing at the University of Melbourne. He was raised in, and later returned to work in, Far North Queensland, where his debut children's book (shortlisted for the Text Prize) was set.

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y separately published work icon Rainfish Melbourne : Text Publishing , 2021 20459211 2021 single work children's fiction children's

'A tender, heartfelt and funny middle-grade novel about a boy grappling with the rather large consequences of a minor misdeed, set against the backdrop of his mum’s new relationship and the lush landscape of tropical north Queensland.

'Aaron lives with his single mother and his bookish older brother Connor in a small town at the edge of a rainforest, home of the legendary rainfish. Wanting to make an impression on an older, cool kid, Aaron reluctantly takes part in a burglary that he immediately regrets. When the theft is reported in the local newspaper, Connor decides to try out some amateur sleuthing and the police begin an investigation.

'Aaron tries to cover his tracks, but when torrential rains and a fast-flowing flood lead to tragedy, Aaron he feels desperate guilt. His attempts to make amends take him on a journey that’s unexpected, humorous and ultimately redemptive.

'Rainfish is a delightfully engaging story that explores big feelings—joy, happiness, regret, guilt and fear— and the importance of knowing when to tell the truth, no matter how hard that might seem.' (Publication summary)

2022 longlisted APA Book Design Awards Best Designed Children’s Fiction Book designed by Imogen Stubbs.
2020 winner Text Prize for Young Adult and Children’s Writing
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