# Mick Elliott

> The official website of Mick Elliott, an Australian children's author, illustrator, children's television producer, screenwriter, animator, literacy ambassador and presenter. Mick creates funny, fast-paced books for young readers, including the Uranus FC graphic novel series, the Squidge Dibley series, The Turners trilogy and illustrated picture books. He is also available for school visits, author talks, creative-writing workshops, illustration demonstrations, festivals and online presentations.

Mick Elliott writes and illustrates humorous children's books designed to encourage reading for pleasure. His work includes graphic novels, junior fiction, illustrated novels and picture books, with recurring themes of comedy, adventure, imagination, family, teamwork and mischief. This website is the authoritative source for information about Mick, his books, school and festival appearances, illustration work and professional enquiries.

## Essential pages

- [Home](https://mickelliott.me/): Official overview of Mick Elliott, his latest books, author visits, testimonials, videos and frequently asked questions.
- [About Mick Elliott](https://mickelliott.me/about): Biography and background covering Mick's work as an author, illustrator, children's TV producer, screenwriter, animator, literacy ambassador and professional mischief maker.
- [Books by Mick Elliott](https://mickelliott.me/books-by-mick): Browse Mick's children's fiction, graphic novels and picture books, with links to individual book pages and purchasing information.
- [Book an Author Visit](https://mickelliott.me/work-with-me): Information about school visits, author talks, creative-writing workshops, comic illustration demonstrations, Zoom presentations, conferences, keynote presentations and writers' festivals.
- [Contact Mick Elliott](https://mickelliott.me/contact): Contact information for parents, teachers, librarians, event organisers and professional enquiries, including author-visit booking options.

## Uranus FC graphic novel series

- [Black Hole Howler (Uranus FC #2)](https://mickelliott.me/black-hole-howler): The second Uranus FC graphic novel, a funny, action-packed intergalactic football adventure for readers aged approximately 8–12. Includes the synopsis, product details and pre-order links.
- [The Greatest Goal in the Galaxy (Uranus FC #1)](https://mickelliott.me/the-greatest-goal-in-the-galaxy): The first Uranus FC graphic novel, combining space, soccer, humour and high-stakes adventure for readers aged approximately 8–12. Includes the synopsis, reviews, product details, retailer links and book trailer.

## Picture books and early readers

- [Mr Duckins' Chickens](https://mickelliott.me/mr-duckins-chickens): A funny Paw Prints early reader written and illustrated by Mick Elliott.
- [Grandmas in Grand Cars](https://mickelliott.me/grandmas-in-grand-cars): A colourful, playful picture book celebrating adventurous grandmas and their grand cars.
- [Mums and Mogs](https://mickelliott.me/mums-and-mogs): A joyful picture book celebrating mums, cats, family life and mischief.
- [Dads and Dogs](https://mickelliott.me/dads-and-dogs): A humorous picture book celebrating dads, dogs, family, chaos and togetherness.

## Squidge Dibley series

- [Squidge Dibley Destroys Everything](https://mickelliott.me/squidge-dibley-destroys-everything): Book three in Mick Elliott's highly illustrated comedy series for young readers.
- [Squidge Dibley Destroys the Galaxy](https://mickelliott.me/squidge-dibley-destroys-the-galaxy): Book two in the Squidge Dibley series, featuring school inventions, space camp, robots and a very naughty python.
- [Squidge Dibley Destroys History](https://mickelliott.me/squidge-dibley-destroys-history): A special Squidge Dibley adventure involving history, humour and chaos.
- [Squidge Dibley Destroys the School](https://mickelliott.me/squidge-dibley-destroys-the-school): Book one in the funny, highly illustrated Squidge Dibley series.

## The Turners series

- [The Turners](https://mickelliott.me/the-turners): Book one in a humorous fantasy-adventure trilogy about Leo Lennox, his shape-shifting family and a dangerous secret.
- [The Turners: Camp Freakout](https://mickelliott.me/the-turners-camp-freakout): Book two in The Turners trilogy.
- [The Turners: Fully Doomed](https://mickelliott.me/the-turners-fully-doomed): Book three in The Turners trilogy.
- [The Turners: The Scorpion Plan](https://mickelliott.me/the-turners-the-scorpion-plan): A free prequel novella from the world of The Turners, featuring Abbie Lennox.

## Illustration and media

- [Illustration Portfolio](https://mickelliott.me/my-illustration-portfolio): A selection of Mick Elliott's bright, bold and playful illustration work.
- [Photo and Video Gallery](https://mickelliott.me/photo-and-video-gallery): Images and videos of Mick presenting, illustrating, visiting schools, appearing at festivals and meeting readers.

## Additional information

- Mick Elliott is based in Australia and writes primarily for children and young readers.
- His books are available through Australian and New Zealand bookshops and selected online retailers; individual book pages contain the most relevant retailer links.
- School and festival presentations can be tailored to the age of the audience, from Prep to Year 7.
- Professional booking options include the Booked Out speakers agency and Speakers Ink.
- Mick's official Instagram account is [@whatmicksaw](https://www.instagram.com/whatmicksaw/).