About

Amy Vaughan is a bookworm and daydreamer who writes and illustrates books for children. She lives in Minnesota with her husband, son, and two fluffy cats.

Inspiration

I draw inspiration from my young son who is smart, silly, and obsessed with figuring out how the world works. His interests spark ideas for the books I am writing. I used to be a teacher and strive to blend education and entertainment for lifelong learning.

“You can find magic, wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need is a book.”

— Dr. Seuss

What’s Happening In the Studio

  • I’m finishing up the illustrations for Grandpa’s Toolbox, an ABC book of tools for early readers.

  • The next two books in the ABC series are being edited with illustrations starting in early 2024. Stay tuned for more updates on Grandma’s Garden and Ben’s Bug Collection.

  • I’ll be illustrating all three ABC books using paper collages.

  • Expected to see Lickety Split for sale in late 2024.

  • The immensely talented Erik Roadfeldt will be illustrating this story of a curious little boy who starts licking everything in sight.

  • Check out Erik Roadfeldt’s art on his Instagram https://www.instagram.com/erikroadfeldt/

  • Lickety Split won an award in the Children’s Fiction Category of the 2023 Writer’s Digest 92nd Annual Writing Competition! https://www.writersdigest.com/wd-competitions/announcing-the-winners-of-the-92nd-annual-writers-digest-writing-competition