Most Knox County elementary students know Ashlyn from her graphic novel Shelby and Watts: Tide Pool Troubles, the featured title for this year’s One Book Read City program. Anstee made her debut as a children's book author and illustrator with Are We There, Yeti? published in 2015, followed by No, No, Gnome! and The Brave Little Puppy. Her picture book Hedgehog is a favorite in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
With a knack for combining humor and heart, Ashlyn's books have garnered critical acclaim and quite a few fans who like to sing along with some of her books. She continues to create engaging stories and captivating artwork, enchanting readers of all ages with her imaginative worlds and lovable characters. She currently lives in Los Angeles with her husband and far too many cats.
We are thrilled to welcome her to the 2024 Children's Festival of Reading!
Check out these works by Ashlyn Anstee in our catalog: