Statement: Craig Silvey

Allen & Unwin is aware of serious charges brought against author Craig Silvey in Fremantle this week.

The nature of the allegations is deeply distressing. Our thoughts and sympathies are with all survivors of child exploitation and their families. 

We acknowledge this is an active police matter, and that Mr Silvey is entitled to procedural fairness and a presumption of innocence until the matter is dealt with by a court. 

Given the gravity of the charges, Allen & Unwin will pause promotional activity of Mr Silvey’s work while the legal process takes its course.

We are unable to provide further comment while this matter is before the courts.