About Brian

Brian Falkner is a bestselling author of books for children and young adults. From wild adventures to gripping sci-fi, his work has inspired young readers worldwide. When not writing, he’s visiting schools, running writing camps, or exploring new story ideas.

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New Release: The Hunt for the Ballamanana is out now! Follow Charlie and Georgia on a wild adventure full of genetic hybrids, mystery, and a rogue AI blimp.

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Books by Brian Falkner

Katipo Joe: Wolf's Lair
Katipo Joe: Wolf's Lair
"The third beheading I witnessed during the war was the only one that really mattered, the only person who was close to me" —From the memoirs of Joseph St George. The harrowing and...
Rampage at Waterloo
Rampage at Waterloo
What if the power to control the most terrifying animals in history fell into the hands of one of the most brilliant and ferocious military leaders of all time? * WINNER of the Young Adult section of...
That Stubborn Seed of Hope
That Stubborn Seed of Hope
A collection of gripping short stories themed around fear and hope written by internationally acclaimed children's author Brian Falkner. A boy helps his sister disguise her birthmark on her first day...