Macquarie Regional Library Dubbo branch will host prominent children's book author and illustrator Dub Leffler in conversation with Lionel Wood on Wednesday 15 April 2026 from 5pm - 6pm.
The conversation will focus on Dub's upbringing having been adopted as a baby and his journey to discover his Aboriginal culture and becoming an illustrator.
Dub Leffler is a proud Bigambul and Mandandanji man. In a career spanning 25 years, he has written and illustrated over 30 books for children and taught workshops in over 300 schools nationally and overseas. He has earned many short listings and won multiple awards along the way.
Dub has collaborated with Sally Morgan, Banksy and Coral Vass, and is known for his soft realistic portraits and emotional landscapes. He has illustrated well-known children's books including Sorry Day, Once There Was a Boy and Black Cockatoo.
Macquarie Regional Library Manager Kathryn McAlister said her teams were looking forward to hosting Dub Leffler with events in both Dubbo and Wellington.
"Dub has a very interesting story that he shares willingly, along with his passion for storytelling and illustration," Ms McAlister said.
"The in conversation event is a great opportunity to get together with friends and enjoy an afternoon listening to a powerful journey of personal identity and the creative path that led him to become an illustrator."
As part of his visit to the Dubbo region Dub Leffler will be running school holiday sessions for children at the Dubbo and Wellington Libraries about the importance of scribbling and the magic of illustration.
"The children's workshops will no doubt be popular and we encourage people to book early," Ms McAlister said.
All these events are free, but bookings are essential. To book visit www.mrl.nsw.gov.au.
