John Marsden
Australian author and educator best known for writing acclaimed young-adult novels and founding the Candlebark school; discussed his life, writing, therapy, and educational work in the interview.
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Feb 17, 2026 • 52min
Encore: the life and legacy of author John Marsden
John Marsden, Australian author and educator who founded Candlebark, reflects on his difficult schooling, mental health journey and how therapy shaped his life. He talks about starting to write for teens, crafting the Tomorrow series, using book earnings to buy bushland, and creating a risk-taking, play-focused school where teachers are called by first names.
