Colleen McCullough

Awards & Honours

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Colleen McCullough's achievements are remarkable for their sheer reach. The Thorn Birds sold over 30 million copies, making it the bestselling Australian novel ever. Her Masters of Rome series stands as one of the most ambitious historical fiction projects of its time, praised for its depth and accuracy. She was honored as a National Living Treasure and an Officer of the Order of Australia, a reflection of her impact on Australian culture.

AwardsMcCullough received several honors for her contributions to literature and Australian culture. In 1997, she was named one of Australia's 100 National Living Treasures. In 2006, she was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia. She also received an honorary Doctor of Letters from Macquarie University in 1993.

Honours & Distinctions

Officer of the Order of Australia

Government of Australia·2006

For service to literature

National Living Treasure

National Trust of Australia·1997

Recognized as one of Australia's 100 living national treasures

Doctor of Letters (honoris causa)

Macquarie University·1993

Honorary degree for contributions to literature

Records & Feats

Bestselling Australian novel of all time

Sales Record·1977

The Thorn Birds has sold over 30 million copies worldwide.