ISBN 978-0-6455584-0-1
Publishing month: March 2023

Matt Formston:
Surfing in the Dark

Matt Formston: Surfing in the Dark, is one of three biographies written by Vision Australia about successful Australians living with blindness or low vision at their heart. Matt partnered with Vision Australia to bring to life his story of becoming a professional surfer designed to inspire children who are blind or have low vision.

Each story features an Australian hero who embodies resilience and inclusion, empowering young readers to imagine endless possibilities for themselves. Printed with Braille alongside text, these books prompt conversations about diverse ways of reading and learning.

Authored by a CBCA award-winning writer who conducted personal interviews with each biography subject, these stories aim to cultivate social and emotional literacy skills while celebrating the achievements of remarkable individuals.

Matt is proud to partner with Vision Australia to foster a world where every child sees themselves reflected in stories and believes in their ability to achieve their dreams.

Matt Formston: Surfing in the Dark is Also available in other alternative formats: audio and electronic.