Cathy Hope

Cathy Hope has spent most of her professional life as an educator in Australian Primary Schools. Other teaching experiences include being state-wide Education officer with the Victorian Children's Museum, living and teaching English in China, and sharing many opportunities for play with thousands of children including School of the Air students. She has published many educational reference books for both educators and children, two of which have been shortlisted for awards. 

Murray River Girl is Cathy's 30th published book. She has been a member of the Australian Society of Authors for several decades and plans to continue writing for children.