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Meet
Taylor Woolley.

An Atlanta-based author and illustrator who creates funny, imaginative stories for children filled with humor, heart, and a touch of mischief. You can learn more about Taylor below. For formal bios and headshots, check out her press kit.

A little about Taylor

Taylor Woolley is the author-illustrator of Earth Rover, published by Familius in 2025, and the illustrator of Birthday Bash, written by Blair Northen Williamson and published by The Little Press in 2025.

Based in Atlanta, GA, Taylor creates funny, imaginative stories for children. With a pencil in hand and a sketchbook full of wild ideas, she connects readers to worlds filled with humor, heart, and just a little bit of mischief. Taylor was a 2022 PBParty finalist. She is an active member of the 12x12 Picturebook Writing Challenge and SCBWI, where she has recieved numerous recognitions for her illustrations.

When she’s not writing, drawing, or working her day job as a graphic designer, you’ll likely find Taylor hanging at home with her husband and their young daughter, or pausing mid-hike to admire a particularly excellent frog.

Taylor is represented by Dan Cramer of Page Turner Literary Agency.

A few fun facts

  • Taylor has a pet giant tortoise that she bought outside a gas station in rural Illinois.
  • Taylor was born in the same city as the legendary film director, Steven Speilberg, and the social media sensation, Fiona the Hippo.
  • Taylor loves vitisting U.S. National parks and hopes to one day visit all of them.
  • Taylor has never lost a fight against a grizzly bear.

Press and recognition

Find information below about Taylor's past awards, recognitions, and apperances:    
                            

Creative Communities

Writing and illustration communities have been vital to shaping Taylor's skills and career.
Here are some of the groups she is or has been a member of.

SCBWI Member since 2020
12x12 Member since 2022
2022 PB Party Finalist
SVS Member 2017-2023
Illustration Department Mentee

Stay connected and inspired

Find Taylor on social media!