Trent Dalton

Born in 1979 @TrentDalton
Contemporary Fiction
  • Trent Dalton is an award-winning Australian journalist and author.

  • He has worked for The Weekend Australian Magazine and The Courier-Mail, winning multiple awards for his journalism, including Walkleys and News Awards.

  • Dalton has also written screenplays, with his work receiving nominations and awards at international film festivals.

  • His debut novel, Boy Swallows Universe, was published in 2018 and garnered significant acclaim.

  • Dalton's writing often explores themes of homelessness and social issues, as evidenced by his non-fiction collection Detours: Stories from the Street.

  • He has also hosted the ABC Conversations show, demonstrating his versatility as a media professional.

Books by Trent Dalton