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Frizzy Lizzy Books is an independent children’s publishing company dedicated to creating thoughtful, engaging books that inspire curiosity, creativity, empathy, and confidence in young readers. We believe children’s books have the power to introduce new ideas, spark meaningful conversations, and help children better understand themselves and the world around them. We are committed to building a collection of meaningful, imaginative, and inclusive books that children and families will enjoy for years.

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Frizzy Lizzy Series

Join Frizzy Lizzy on a series of heartwarming adventures filled with family, friends, and a sprinkle of every day magic. In the first book of the series, Lizzy and her sisters find themselves lost during a family hike. Faced with the daunting task of finding their way home, Lizzy steps up, using her sharp wit and trusty pocketbook to navigate the challenging situation.

Targeted at young children, "Frizzy Lizzy" teaches valuable life lessons about preparation, trusting one's instincts, and learning from challenges. Paired with the captivating illustrations of Katherine Hillier, the stories inspire children to be proactive, creative problem-solvers, and most importantly, to become their own heroes.

The "Frizzy Lizzy" series is a testament to the power of resourcefulness and the magic of everyday adventures. It's sure to captivate young readers, encouraging them to engage their imaginations and teaching them that they can overcome anything with a little creativity and courage.

Frizzy Lizzy Team

  • Liz Leonard is a passionate storyteller based in New Jersey, where she lives with her husband, daughter, dog, and cat. After earning her BFA from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts and Tufts University, she dove into the world of animation, film, and television often drawing inspiration from her own childhood experiences. Aside from her creative pursuits, Liz serves as an executive in the hospitality industry, allowing her to feed her love for travel. She also spent time volunteering with a non-profit organization that allowed her to travel to West Africa many times. Her diverse background, complex childhood, passion for the arts, and journey into parenthood inspire Liz to write enchanting stories filled with life lessons. The "Frizzy Lizzy" series draws from both her early memories and her more recent adventures, creating a rich tapestry of tales that engage and educate young readers.

  • Katherine Hillier was born in the countryside of Northamptonshire, in the heart of England, where she still lives and works. She studied illustration at both Northampton University and Camberwell College in south London. Her work is inspired by the serene seasons of nature as much as the colorful chaos of urban environments. Katherine brings her signature style to every project she works on, whether for children, adults, or everyone in-between as the lead illustrator, artist and visionary on the Frizzy Lizzy Books team.

  • Jodi McPhee lives in North Idaho with her college-student daughter and two fur babies. She earned her master’s degree in English, with an emphasis on Book Publishing, from Portland State University in 2007 and works as a freelance book-design artist. Her favorite design projects are children’s books which allow her to be her most creative and playful with color and text. When she's not diligently designing and formatting Frizzy Lizzy Books, Jodi enjoys ballroom dancing with friends, cruising around in her ’57 T-bird, and taking special trips with her daughter.

  • Before founding Tiny Tales Editing, Amy Betz was a Senior Editor at Scholastic and Disney. She edited books by numerous award-winning and best-selling authors and illustrators, and now uses that expertise to help new and established authors realize their visions. Amy lives in Connecticut with her family and is the lead editor for Frizzy Lizzy Books.

  • Lisa Pescatore is a School Psychologist (M.A./Ed.S.) with a passion for supporting children's emotional, behavioral, social, and academic well-being. She is committed to equipping young people with the skills, confidence, and support they need to succeed both academically and in the real world. She brings her professional expertise to the Frizzy Lizzy series, helping ensure the stories and educational resources support children's social-emotional development, learning, and understanding of the world around them.

  • Izzy Leonard is the five-year-old muse and inspiration behind the Frizzy Lizzy series. With her big imagination, curious spirit, and love for adventure, Izzy helps inspire the stories, characters, and magical moments that bring the world of Frizzy Lizzy Books to life.