Felice Arena Felice Arena is one of Australia’s much-loved children’s authors. His books have topped bestseller lists and garnered several awards, including six Australian Children’s Choice awards. His most popular books include the iconic Specky Magee series, th Sporty Kids series and a number of acclaimed historical adventure novels and CBCA notable books. Arena's books have been published around the world, including the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, Turkiye, Vietnam, Taiwan, Japan, and China. ​Arena has received the YABBA's Graham Davey Citation Award recipient for his contribution to Australian children's literature. He's also twice served as a Victorian Premiers' Reading Challenge Ambassador. He lives in Melbourne, Australia. Read More Read Less