Moira Wairama

Moira is a Wellington born New Zealand storyteller, playwright, poet, teacher and children's writer. As a storyteller, Moira specialises in bilingual tellings of Mâori legends and in creating stories around New Zealand events, artworks and life experiences. Moira works part-time at Te Ara Whanui Kura Kaupapa where she runs a literacy support programme. Moira performs with her partner Tony Hopkins as Soul Food and they often feature during Storylines festivals.

Selected bibliography:

• Alphabet Art illustrated by Austin Whincup (Cycoda 2001)
• The Puppet Box illustrated by Bruce Potter (Scholastic 2007)
• Te Pouaka Karetao illustrated by Bruce Potter (Scholastic 2007)

Awards:

• Storylines Joy Cowley Award 2006.
• Storylines Notable Books List 2008 Picture Book list for The Puppet Box.

Other resources:

• Visit Moira's website.