Helen Vivienne Fletcher is a widely published children’s and young adult author, spoken word poet and award-winning playwright.
She has written an impressive collection of work for everyone from pre-schoolers to adult readers. Spanning a variety of subjects, Helen’s writing doesn’t shy away from the gritty parts of life. Diving into the depths of disability, the gravitas of grief or the thrill of the mysterious,
Helen’s work has won and been shortlisted for numerous writing competitions including winning the Outstanding New Playwright Award at the Wellington Theatre Awards and making the finalist list for the Ngaio Marsh Best First Book Award.
Helen’s stories are sublimely suspenseful whether on the page or stage. Connecting the real world with flights of fantasy, Helen creates fast-paced fiction to delight and draw in readers and audiences of all ages across Aotearoa.
Helen lives in Wellington with her disability assistance dog, Bindi – a playful Labrador who loves soft toys, cuddles, and can fit three tennis balls in her mouth at once.
Overall, Helen just loves telling stories and is always excited when people want to read or hear them.
Helen enjoys participating in school visits. Find out more about these options.
