David Alexander Robertson

David Alexander Robertson is an award-winning Swampy Cree author from Treaty 1 territory in Manitoba, Canada. He writes for readers of all ages, crafting stories that explore Indigenous identity, culture, and resilience. His acclaimed works include the middle-grade novel "The Barren Grounds," which launched the Misewa Saga fantasy series, and "When We Were Alone," a poignant picture book about residential schools that won the Governor General's Literary Award. Robertson also penned "All the Little Monsters," examining mental health themes. A member of Norway House Cree Nation, he advocates for Indigenous representation in literature while bridging communities through powerful storytelling.