Clarence Valley
Russell Irving is a children’s and young adult book author and illustrator with a passion for inspiring people to care for and connect with themselves through nature. He has lived most of his life in Melbourne, a vibrant, creative city but far too cold and wintry. He now lives on the warm, sunny north coast of New South Wales.
Apart from writing, he has worked for many years as an environmental educator and manager, including with Indigenous Ranger groups across Australia. This experience has reinforced his passion for educating people about the many benefits of caring for and building meaningful connections with nature.
He has published 3 children’s / young adult books to date, The Lonely Jacaranda, The Rhythm of the Beach, and ‘The Adventures of Jessica Jones and Sox and Grandpa’.
Visit his author website for details, www.russell-irving.net
