Paul Jennings

Paul Jennings

Paul Jennings, AM, is a celebrated author who has written more than 100 stories and sold more than 10 million books. He has been awarded a Life Time Achievement Award from the Children’s Book Council of Australia.

Paul, who moved with his family to Australia from England in 1949 when he was six years old, was a teacher, speech pathologist and lecturer in special education, language and literature before turning to writing.

Unreal! was published in 1985 and in 1989 Paul became a full-time writer. He started writing while living in Warrnambool and after moving to the Dandenong Ranges for 10 years he returned to his home by the sea in 1999.

Paul is passionate about recovery and providing hope for people whose lives are affected by alcohol and other drugs and mental health.

He says he feels incredibly honoured to be invited to stand with the staff and supporters of WRAD Health as a patron.

“Most families in our society have been afflicted in some way by the scourge of addiction,” he said. “The Covid crisis has made their problems even worse. The need for a residential recovery facility in Warrnambool is absolutely essential. I heartily endorse the efforts being made to establish one and encourage everyone to support this wonderful work.”