Emily Matheis

Laugh‑out‑loud, high‑concept picture books for curious kids

Emily Matheis is a two-time, award-winning picture book author through the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), romance writer, and recipient of the Maggie Award in Contemporary Romance. Emily Matheis writes funny, clever, and big‑hearted picture books filled with humor, rhyme, and unexpected twists. Her newest book arrives Fall 2027 from Penguin Random House.

Browse Emily’s collection of works to find stories for all seasons! Her books offer the windows and mirrors we long for in our literary escapes. From her first page to the last, each book will retain you within its captivating setting and enthralling characters.

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Huntingburg Elementary 1st Grade Visit
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Barr-Reeve Visit
Thank you so much for a fun and educational morning! You did a fantastic job, and the book is so cute! The students and staff were very excited to have you here!
Courtney HopfPrincipal, Dubois Elementary School
We are so glad you came! The kids loved it and the teachers too! We had a faculty meeting after school and the teachers were talking about how excited the kids were and how motivated they were to want to write! ♥️
Kerri WinklerPrincipal, Ferdinand Elementary School
Thank you for visiting today! You were awesome and I love your book! I hope we can do something like this again.
Lacey WadePrincipal, Loogootee Elementary
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