MARK MACLEOD
Mark Macleod has a long and distinguished career in the world of children's books. He is presently publisher of the Mark Macleod imprint at Hodder Headline, having previously spent a number of years as Children's Publisher at Random House. Previously he lectured in Children's Literature at Macquarie University. As a past president of the Children's Book Council, for many years Mark has been actively involved in the promotion of children's literature. He has spread the word through various media as a reviewer and commentator for the major newspapers and television networks and as a judge for various literary awards.

Mark has frequently spoken about children's books at conferences such as the Children's Book Council, the Australian Booksellers' Association and various Writers' Weeks. His talks are always thought-provoking and well researched and he is not afraid to tackle head on some of the most controversial issues surrounding children's literature. Anyone who has heard him speak will come away with much food for thought, but also a sense of the fun and enjoyment that is to be derived from books for children and young adults.

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