Belinda Murrell

"Never before have I been so thrilled and excited by a new children's fantasy adventure series"

Belinda Murrell has worked as a travel journalist, technical writer, editor and public relations consultant. Her overseas adventures inspired her work as a travel writer for the West Australian newspaper and Out & About With Kids travel magazine. Her work has also appeared in the Sun Herald, Sunday Telegraph and Sydney Morning Herald. While Belinda studied Children's Literature at Macquarie University, her passion for children's books was reignited when she had her own three children and began telling and writing stories for Nick, Emily and Lachlan. Belinda's books include the SUN SWORD fantasy trilogy, Scottish timeslip tale The Locket of Dreams and French Revolution timeslip tale The Ruby Talisman.

What genres and age ranges does Belinda Murrell write for?

Murrell writes primarily for children and middle-grade readers, including early chapter-book series, contemporary and historical timeslip novels, and middle-grade fantasy. Her work ranges from picture/early-reader chapter books (Lulu Bell, Pippa's Island) to longer historical and fantasy stories (The Locket of Dreams, The Ruby Talisman, SUN SWORD trilogy).

Which book or series should I start with?

For very young or early chapter-book readers start with the Lulu Bell books or Pippa's Island Book 1: The Beach Shack Cafe. If you prefer historical timeslip fiction try The Locket of Dreams or The Ruby Talisman. For middle-grade fantasy begin with the first book of the SUN SWORD fantasy trilogy (check the publisher listing for the trilogy's book one).

Does Belinda Murrell write series, standalones, or both?

Both. She writes several short series for younger readers (Lulu Bell, Pippa's Island) as well as standalone and multi-book novels for older children, including timeslip historical novels and a fantasy trilogy (SUN SWORD).

How should I read her series, is there a recommended order?

Read each series in publication or volume order. Pippa's Island begins with Book 1: The Beach Shack Cafe; read Lulu Bell titles in their volume order; and follow the SUN SWORD books in sequence as it is a connected fantasy trilogy. Standalone timeslip novels can be read independently.

Has she received awards or notable recognitions mentioned on this page?

The Booktopia author page does not list any awards or recognitions. For up-to-date information on awards or honors, check the author's official website or publisher pages.