Andrew Dittmer – Australian Children’s Author

Andrew Dittmer is an Australian children’s author. He is writing stories for you to share with your loved ones from picture books to middle grade fiction. He writes about the value and capability that children have.

New Release – Eight at a Time

Eight at a Time cover by Andrew Dittmer and Tanya Larina

Available now! Eight at a Time is a picture book based around the notion that everyone deserves to be free to follow their dreams. And no matter how small you are, you have the power to help someone who needs it. Learn more or Buy now


His first picture book, Snuffy is a delightful book for your children and hopefully they’ll get the message that they have unique abilities and skills and when they understand how to use them, they’ll make the world a better place. As you’re reading Snuffy, keep an eye on those cheeky seagulls! Snuffy was shortlisted in the Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year awards.


Moxie Vs Cat Memes cover image

Coming March 5 2025, Moxie vs Cat Memes will make kids laugh with all the hilarious things Moxie does to get her owner’s attention. Underneath the humour there is a message to encourage us to give our love and attention to our loved ones around us.

Andrew interviews authors and book creators. There are so many awesome children’s books and book creators. So go and discover them on his Kids’ Book Blog!

Andrew also would love to visit your school or group and help inspire the next generation of creators and dreamers. Book now!

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Snuffy Cover Image
Buy Snuffy from Booktopia or other sites

Share a Snuffy storytime with your precious little ones. Snuffy just loves to sniff, but her owner, Grum just thinks her nose is nothing but a nuisance. Will Snuffy find a way to show Grum just how amazing her nose really is?


Read the Kids’ Book Blog! Find that perfect next book for your child.

Andrew reviews kids’ books and book creators so you can find a book that’s the perfect match for your kids, grandkids or students.

Find out the story behind the stories. Who are the people that write kids books? Do they live in castles with servants preparing their meals? Get to know amazing kids’ book creators.

I interview authors and illustrators of picture books, chapter books, middle grade and do some reviews for some books I love.


Book Children’s Author, Andrew Dittmer for a school or library visit

Andrew loves visiting students to encourage their love of reading, books and being creative. Kids will love to discover that they are more creative than they realised and that they are capable of bringing their unique view and skills to the world. Get an Australian Children’s author like Andrew in to inspire the next generation of creators.


Resources for teachers and librarians

Get a creative writing booklet pdf free for giving students practise writing and having their own book they can be proud of. They’ll have fun and improve their creative writing skills. More.

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