Jodi Toering Author
Welcome
About Me
I was born in the Mallee at Hopetoun and grew up on a wheat farm outside a small town called Beulah.
As a child, I was fascinated with stories, reading on my own well before I went to school. When I didn’t have my nose in a book, I spent my time drawing or writing.
I had three main dreams: to become an English teacher, a children's author, and a back-up singer.
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Fast forward several decades, I am now juggling the roles of full time teacher, children's author, and even back-up singer on the odd occasion. Dreams really do come true!
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In my spare time, I love creating artworks and spending time on my bush block with my husband, my two beautiful children and the ever-growing menagerie of animals that share our home.
NEW RELEASE!
Introducing NIGHT WATCH, another collaboration with the amazingly talented Tannya Harricks, Published by Walker Books, Australia.
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A stunningly told, beautifully illustrated and distinctly Australian bedtime story
Sunset beckons. Moon appears, and Tawny Frogmouth stirs. She begins her nightly flight, watching over all the animals nestled down to sleep in the burrows and branches of the beautiful Australian bush.
Australia's native Tawny Frogmouths are often mistaken for owls, are like owls are nocturnal.
This beautiful bedtime book follows the journey of the Tawny Frogmouths as they soar through the skies and through the night ... keeping watch over native fauna as they settle in for their safe slumber.
INSIDE STORY IS HERE!
Inside Story, a creative writing handbook, co-written by Sue Lawson and I, has finally hit the shelves.
For young students and teachers alike, learn how to plan, draft and write, step by creative step.
Inside Story breaks down the key elements needed to tell a story, guiding young writers to craft their writing and make it shine.
Order a signed copy or class set
today via my SHOP page.
Mallee Sky
The first people of the land call the Mallee "Nowie". It means sunset country.
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When the sun goes down, the red heat of the day bleeds into the sky and sets it on fire.
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Mallee Sky, my first children's picture book, can be found in store or online.
COMING SOON!
HOORAY!!! Rain on the Rock will hit the shelves in January, 2025!
Published by Hardie Grant - Available for pre-order now!
