Terry Denton, Beloved Children's Illustrator and Treehouse Series Creator, Dies at 76
Terry Denton, a renowned illustrator and author for children from Australia, passed away on 21 September at the age of 76 in Victoria, with his family by his side. His agent and publisher confirmed the news. Denton's partnership with writer Andy Griffiths commenced in 1997 with the release of Just Tricking!, which evolved into a nine-book series and the acclaimed 13-volume Treehouse series, boasting sales exceeding 13 million copies and translations into 35 languages. The inaugural book received several accolades, including the Sainsburys Children's Book Award. Additionally, Denton developed the Gasp! series, which was adapted for television in 2011, and contributed to various historical publications. Griffiths and others have lauded Denton as a cherished and gifted figure in children's literature.
Key facts
- Terry Denton died on 21 September at age 76 in Victoria, surrounded by family.
- He began collaborating with Andy Griffiths in 1997 on Just Tricking!, leading to a nine-book series and the 13-book Treehouse series.
- The Treehouse books have been translated 35 times, with English sales over 13 million copies.
- 13-Storey Treehouse won the Sainsburys Children's Book Award, Lancashire Fantastic Book Award, and Coventry Inspiration Award.
- The 52-Storey Treehouse won the Australian Book Industry Awards Book of the Year, a first for a children's book.
- Denton created the Gasp! series, adapted for TV in 2011, and Terry's Guide to Everything.
- He illustrated three history books by Alison Lloyd and Mark Greenwood's Jandamarra, among others.
- His style was characterized by energy, humour, detail, and movement.
Entities
Artists
- Terry Denton
- Andy Griffiths
- Alison Lloyd
- Mark Greenwood
- Ursula Dubosarsky
- Claire Craig
- Cate Paterson
- Jane O'Sullivan
- Nadine Browne
- Joyce Carol Oates
- Min Jin Lee
- Elizabeth Ann Macgregor
Institutions
- Pan Macmillan Australia
- Allen & Unwin
- Sainsburys Children's Book Award
- Lancashire Fantastic Book Award
- Coventry Inspiration Award
- Australian Book Industry Awards
- Adelaide Writers' Week
- Prime Minister's Literary Awards
- ARA Historical Novel Prize
- ArtsHub
- ScreenHub
Locations
- Victoria
- Australia