SHORT BIO
Sarah Kurpiel is the author and illustrator of several picture books, including Lone Wolf, Snake’s Big Mistake, and A Little Like Magic. Her stories are inspired by animals, nature, and moments of wonder in everyday life. A librarian by day, Sarah lives in the Midwest. Learn more at sarahkurpiel.com.
LONGER BIO
Sarah Kurpiel is a self-taught picture book author and illustrator. Her debut book, Lone Wolf, received a starred review from the School Library Journal, while her books Original Cat, Copy Cat and Snake's Big Mistake were Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selections. Her latest book, A Little Like Magic, was published in Fall 2024.
A librarian by day, Sarah lives in the Midwest. Her stories are inspired by animals, nature, and moments of wonder in everyday life. She hopes her work brings a bit of happiness into the world—and a bit of disability representation too. Sarah uses a power wheelchair and considers her disability an important part of her identity.
Learn more at sarahkurpiel.com.