About Andrew Matthews
Born 1957. Andrew Matthews is an Australian writer and spokesperson.
Andrew Matthews (born November 4, 1957) is an Australian speaker and author known for his numerous self help books.
Matthews was born in Victor Harbor, South Australia. He became a full-time writer in 1988, and since then he has written and illustrated 11 books. His book Being Happy! was written and published in 1988. It has sold 7 million copies and been published in 42 languages.
A translation of Andrew Matthews's 1990 book Making Friends by pro-democracy leader Kyaw Min Yum (also known as Ko Jimmy) became a hit in Myanmar – "due more to the subtext of individual freedoms than the actual advice of how to garner new pals."
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Who is Andrew Matthews?
Australian author
When was Andrew Matthews born?
Andrew Matthews was born on 4 November 1957 in Victor Harbor.
What is Andrew Matthews's occupation?
Andrew Matthews is a writer and spokesperson.
What nationality is Andrew Matthews?
Andrew Matthews is Australian.
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· DBpedia: Andrew Matthews (author)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Andrew Matthews. https://biography.guide/andrew-matthews-writer/
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