Emma Joy (she/her)

Hello! I'm Emma, an illustrator from Portland, USA. For me, creating children's books is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. I am inspired by stories that ignite imagination through engaging characters and whimsical worlds. My work draws upon classic children's literature filled with humor and heart. When I am not sketching or illustrating, you might find me enjoying nature, exploring book shops, or cooking with family and friends.

Website: www.emmajoyillustration.com

Email: emmajoyillustrator@gmail.com

The Traveling Hairdressers

My original story about a team of tiny hairstylists who set to work transforming barnyard animals into fashionistas for a grand reveal.

The Phantom Tollbooth

Inspired by Norton Juster’s clever text, this childhood favorite is filled with imaginative characters in a fantasy world where a boy named Milo, along with his friends, the Humbug and a dog named Tock, are sent on a magical quest.

Thumbelina

Rich in natural environment, I imagine Hans Christian Anderson’s fairytale as a young girl’s soulful search for belonging.