Di Morrissey

Di Morrissey is an Australian author known for her novels that explore themes of family, relationships, and societal issues. Born in Perth in 1953, she began her writing career as a journalist and later transitioned to fiction. Her debut novel, "Heart of the Dreaming," published in 1986, was a critical and commercial success, winning several awards including the Nita B Kibble Literary Award. Subsequent notable works include "The Ribbon," "Waterlily," "The Great Divide," and "The Last Rose of Summer." Morrissey's novels have sold over 2 million copies worldwide and have been translated into multiple languages. Her work is praised for its vivid characters, evocative settings, and exploration of human emotions. She has received numerous awards throughout her career, including the Australian Women's Weekly Phenomenal Woman of the Year Award for Literature and the Western Australian Premier's Award for Fiction.