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Terry Denton biography

Terry Denton is an Australian author and illustrator known for his work in children’s literature. He has illustrated and written numerous books, often collaborating with other authors. Denton is widely recognized for his partnership with Andy Griffiths, illustrating the popular Treehouse series, which began with The 13-Storey Treehouse published by Pan Macmillan Australia in 2011. In addition to the Treehouse books, Denton has illustrated the Just! series and the Schooling Around! series, also written by Andy Griffiths.

Denton has authored and illustrated his own books, including the Storymaze series and The Worm Who Knew Karate. His illustrations are known for their humor and energetic style, appealing to young readers. Denton’s work has been published by several major publishers, including Pan Macmillan Australia and Penguin Random House Australia.

Throughout his career, Denton has received recognition for his contributions to children’s literature. In 2021, he and Andy Griffiths were awarded the Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA) Book of the Year for Younger Children for The 130-Storey Treehouse.