David A. Robertson
CanadaauthorMale7.5Global Dominance: 0.01%David A. Robertson is a prominent Indigenous author and member of the Norway House Cree Nation, celebrated for his impactful contributions to children's literature. With over 33 published works, he has garnered multiple accolades, including the Governor General’s Literary Award, for his ability to weave Indigenous storytelling into narratives that resonate with young audiences. Recently, he launched Swift Water Books, an imprint dedicated to publishing Indigenous writers and illustrators, aiming to amplify diverse voices and foster social change through literature.
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David A. Robertson provided advice on how to keep kids learning throughout the school year.
How to get kids to spend less time on their phones this summer, according to our expertsCanada· 2026-06-21
David A. Robertson is a two-time Governor-General’s Literary Award winner and a member of Norway House Cree Nation.
On Father’s Day, I remember these parenting teachings from my dadCanada· 2026-06-20
David A. Robertson is a two-time Governor-General’s Literary Award winner and has won the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award.
Dads, it’s okay to struggle and ask for helpCanada· 2026-02-27David A. Robertson is a two-time Governor-General’s Literary Award winner and has won the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award.
Go ahead moms, dads and teens – swear if you need to. Just be mindful of how you do itCanada· 2026-01-18David A. Robertson is a two-time Governor-General’s Literary Award winner and published multiple books this year.
From Mike Myers to KPop Demon Hunters creator Maggie Kang, these are our 2025 artists of the yearCanada· 2025-12-18
David A. Robertson is a two-time Governor-General’s Literary Award winner and has won the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award.
Wanawī is Cree for ‘go outside’ – it’s a teaching we should learn alongside our kidsCanada· 2025-07-03David A. Robertson is a Swampy Cree novelist and the author of 52 Ways to Reconcile.
Reconciliation is not a return to the past – it’s creating something new togetherCanada· 2025-06-21David A. Robertson is a prolific author who launched Swift Water Books, focusing on Indigenous-created children’s books.
In the publishing world, the author-turned-editor role opens door to new voicesCanada· 2025-04-19
David A. Robertson is launching a new imprint to publish Indigenous writers and illustrators.
Indigenous author’s children’s book imprint Swift Water Books to encourage new literary voicesCanada· 2025-03-18
