Sally Rippin is an Australian children's writer and illustrator.
Rippin was born in Darwin, in the Northern Territory.
[1] In 2022 Rippin published Wild Thing, based on her research into learning difficulties and dyslexia as a guidebook for other parents.
[2] As of February 2024[update], Rippin is Australia's highest-selling woman author and her books have sold over 10 million copies worldwide.
[3] Rippin was appointed the Australian Children's Laureate for 2024–2025.