Nick has had three novels published through Allen & Unwin. THE KAZILLION
WISH was published in 2003, and was followed by the sequel THANKS A KAZILLION in 2004.
THE OK TEAM is his latest novel, a comedy adventure is set in a unique universe of superheroes and plays with the elements of the genre in unpredictable ways. |
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When
growing up, Nick was an avid student although
he struggled with maths and science ("Science
will always remain a mystery to Nick," was
how his final science teacher tactfully broke
the news to his parents). In years 11 & 12, he
had "an awesome English/Eng. Lit. teacher
who showed me how great poetry can be, and gave
me an appreciation of language.'"
Nick
tries to emulate this in his own presentations,
which are perfectly suited for middle years students.
And what does Nick do when he's not writing? 'I
hang out with my family and friends. I take the
boys to footy (the only true code is AFL - and
we barrack for the Richmond Tigers, and the Lorne
Dolphins). The boys play footy now too, so I also
go and barrack for the mighty Kew Comets Under
9s and Under 11s. I love to Boogie board at Lorne,
or ride my mountain bike in the bush." And
it's no surprise to hear that he also reads a
lot!
"Nick
was great - many students were enthused to buy
his book on its release. He was a good model,
and spoke well about his writing and how he started.
Very enjoyable!"
-
Robin Nicholson, Armadale PS
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