— The Amazing Author Catalog
Authors Worth Knowing..
Meet a selection of talented authors whose books and experiences create meaningful opportunities for young readers.
Tanerra Willis
Children and Adult books
Kirkus Reviewed
Dragonfly Honorable Mention Award
Passion: Dream big. Lift others. Overcome. Do good. That's the heart of every story I write.
Julia Royston
Author & Librarian
Tween & Middle Grade Chapter Books
Passion: to peak and increase interest in reading along with the support for academic areas as well as reading for enjoyment.
Skyler Robinson
Child Author
— The Amazing Author Catalog
Shawna Keyes
NICU FAMILY ADVOCATE
Diverse authors, booked and ready.
One directory. School-ready authors, read-aloud programs, and residencies — all vetted and coordinated by our team.
Michelle Knight
Award-Winning Author
Books for children and teens
Christian books for youth
Kiara Moore, LCSW
Emotional regulation books for kids and teens
SEL for Kids & Teen Mindset Workbooks
Janell Foster, Esq.
Children’s books
Hair love advocate
Girl power
Tracey Smith
Award-Winning Grief Support Books for Kids
Affirmative books for kids
Sherricka Carpenter-Stanley
Children’s book author
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Alum
Passion: to fill the void of lack of representation for people of color in the world of literature.
London Daniels
Child Author
Arts Lover
STEM Book
Medical Literacy education for children
Shea Flemming
SEL Children’s Books
Passion: to help children understand their emotions, build confidence and resilience, develop healthy relationships
Anitra Taylor, LCSW
Grief books for kids
Specializes in grief and loss workshops for kids & adults
Passion: creating an emotionally healthy culture.
Mike & Barbara Gammage
The Little Careers Universe Children’s Book Series
Passion: inspire young readers to value the working class, embrace essential jobs, and understand how these meaningful roles shape our world
Daija Rivers
Christian Children’s Books
Passion: faith growth, self-worth, and representation for Black children.
Kayla Reed
Youth Financial Educational Workbook
Financial Literacy Workshops for Students & Entrepreneurs
Passion: to empower and educate young people, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds
Taryn Guy
Christian Children’s Book
Passion:
K. A. Steed
S. W. Rattray
Children’s Books and Tween Books
Passion: writing uplifting stories focusing on emotion, confidence, and self-awareness
Ashley O’Neill
Children’s books
NICU support for children and families
NICU Mama Podcast
Passion: helping families feel informed, empowered, and less alone during and after their NICU journey.
Meet the Authors Behind the Stories.
Discover diverse authors ready to inspire readers, spark conversations, and bring meaningful stories to life.
The Amazing Author Catalog connects schools and organizations with authors who bring unique voices, experiences, and perspectives into classrooms and communities.
From author visits and read-alouds to workshops and residencies, find authors who can help make literacy an experience students remember.
Becoming part of the Amazing Author Catalog helps authors put their work in front of organizations looking for diverse voices and meaningful literacy experiences.
Impact Highlights:
Increase visibility among schools, organizations, educators, and community partners.
Highlight your books, expertise, and author programs in one place.
Create opportunities for school visits, workshops, read-alouds, and community programs.
Bring your stories, experiences, and perspectives to more young readers.
Become part of a curated network built around literacy, representation, and community.
Ready to Join the Catalog?
Your story deserves to reach the readers who need it.
If you're an author with books, programs, or experiences that can inspire young readers, we'd love to learn more about your work.
Apply to become part of the Amazing Author Catalog and connect your voice with schools, organizations, and communities seeking diverse literary experiences.
