Mackenzie Joy is an author and artist crafting children’s books that open hearts, and show young readers the power of imagination to change the world.

Books

The cover of a children's book titled 'Wallflowers' featuring three diverse children sitting and standing in front of a bright blue wall decorated with various colorful wallflowers and floral patterns, illustrated in a playful style by Mackenzie Joy.

“Just right, respectful and reassuring, for both the always and the sometimes quiet.” Starred Review Kirkus Reviews

Book titled 'Pau: The Last Song of the Kauai 'Ō:' with tropical flowers and greenery on the cover, on a light green background.

“A terse, poignant, richly illustrated, all-too-common story.” Kirkus Reviews

A book titled 'ONE Tiny Treefrog: A Countdown to Survival' by Tony Piedra and Mackenzie Joy, featuring an illustration of a tiny green treefrog on a lush green background.

““An honest look at the odds of becoming a red-eyed treefrog. . . . It’s easy to jump for this one. A winning combination of information and entertainment.”” Kirkus Reviews

Line drawing of five children and a bunny character dressed in Halloween costumes holding hands.

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A colorful, cartoon-style rocket with a red body, teal fins, a white window, and yellow flames, launching from a beige surface.

“I create stories that bring people together and show that you can be enough being yourself. I hope to increase understanding and respect for all humans, our environment, and nature.”

A round watercolor painting of a planet with blue and white horizontal stripes.