Her debut into the world of writing with Broken Wing Butterfly, a non- fiction book for teenage girls from divorced homes, earned her a finalist spot in the prestigious CALEB Prize.

Her second book, Imagine We Were, is her first picture book. Published by Wombat Books, it was released in June of this year.

Renee has been a teacher for twelve years and holds a second degree in Creative Writing. Being a teacher, as well as a mother of three children she’s learned how to be super organized!

Renee regularly contributes to the National magazine, Enhance. She is a regular speaker in various community groups around Australia as part of her and her husband’s roles as the National Youth Alive Directors, a not-for-profit organization helping teenagers and young adults.

You can follow Renee on facebook at Renee Bennett/Author.