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SocietyCraig Silvey writes 9,000-word apology for child exploitation offences

Australian bestselling author Craig Silvey was sentenced to seven months in prison after pleading guilty to distributing and possessing child exploitation material. In a 9,000-word apology, he said he had experienced emotional neglect, violence and sexual abuse as a child, and expressed deep remorse for his conduct.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-03 09:52Original

Craig Silvey writes 9,000-word apology for child exploitation offences
Craig Silvey writes 9,000-word apology for child exploitation offencesSociety