Del Monte Library

Year 4 author visit with Ashleigh Barton

Ashleigh Barton is a bestselling children’s author based in Sydney, Australia. She has written several beloved picture books and middle-grade novels, including the popular titles What Do You Call Your Grandma? and How Do You Say I Love You?. Ashleigh’s engaging storytelling and relatable characters have made her a favourite among young readers.

Before becoming a full-time author, Ashleigh worked in some of Australia’s largest publishing houses, where she managed marketing and publicity campaigns for renowned authors and illustrators. Her background in the publishing industry has given her a unique perspective on the world of children’s literature.

Ashleigh is excited to visit our school next Monday to talk to Year 4 students about her writing journey and to promote her newest title, How to Sail Somewhere. This latest book promises to be an adventurous and inspiring read for young minds.

Patrcia Doonan
Teacher Librarian