It was then adapted for TV, with two seasons airing between 2012 and 2014.
Lette sent her “heartfelt condolences” to Carey’s friends and family in a statement issued overnight.
“I’m deeply saddened by this tragic news,” she said.
“I have such happy memories of our teenage years. They were halcyon, heady days full of love, laughter and adventure.
“We made some mischief and broke some barriers by writing Puberty — our raw, earthy take on the brutal treatment of young women in the Australian surfing scene which is sadly, still so relevant.”
In addition to Puberty Blues, Carey authored nine other books, ranging from fiction to biographies and essay collections.
Her 2020 title Only Happiness Here: In search of Elizabeth von Arnim was shortlisted for the Nib Literary Award.
In addition to her books, Carey also penned articles for newspapers like the Sydney Morning Herald and Australian.
She also taught writing at a number of universities, including the University of Sydney, the University of Technology Sydney and the University of Canberra.
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