Katrina Moore is an author and former elementary educator. She holds a M.A. in Teaching and taught for thirteen years in Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey. She writes in Georgia, where her mission is to create books that children will hug for ages. She is the author of the humorous TEENY HOUDINI chapter book series (a 2025 Washington State Otter Award nominee), as well as several acclaimed picture books including THE STAR IN YOU (a 2025 Kansas NEA recommended book), CHANG'E ON THE MOON (a 2025 Bank Street Best Books of the Year selection and 2024 Bookstagang Best Illustrated book), GRUMPY NEW YEAR, HOPE IS A HOP, ONE HUG, GRANDPA GRUMPS (a 2023 Georgia Picture Book Award finalist and 2025 Illinois Monarch Award nominee), and SOMETIMES LOVE (a 2023 Bank Street Best Books of the Year). Her forthcoming books include the BIG JOB FOR LITTLE BABIES board book series, illustrated by Benson Shum. WHO’S DIGGING? publishes August 2025, and WHO’S BUILDING? publishes spring 2026. Another picture book in the beloved Grumps series, SCHOOLTIME GRUMPS, will publish summer 2026.
When Katrina is not building new literary worlds, she is cooking without a recipe, painting outside the lines, adventuring, or snuggling up with her two kids, husband, giant pups, and of course, digging into a cozy book. Connect with her at www.katrinamoorebooks.com, or on instagram @katrinamoore1011 and twitter @kmoorebooks.
When Katrina is not building new literary worlds, she is cooking without a recipe, painting outside the lines, adventuring, or snuggling up with her two kids, husband, giant pups, and of course, digging into a cozy book. Connect with her at www.katrinamoorebooks.com, or on instagram @katrinamoore1011 and twitter @kmoorebooks.
Katrina enjoys traveling near and far to visit schools and students, as well as teachers, librarians, and aspiring writers. For inquiries about speaking, presentations, workshops, panel participation, or school visits, please see the author visit page and contact her to schedule a visit!
For Katrina's press kit, click here.
Appearances & Interviews:
- Only Picture Books Author Interview: 3/10/25 We talk about my childhood, teaching, poetry, perfecting your writing, writing with range, and more
- Reading with Your Kids podcast: 5/6/23 I talk about HOPE IS A HOP, writing habits, and magic, too!
- The Children's Book Podcast: 3/21/23 interview where I talk about GRUMPY NEW YEAR, the story behind the story, being grumpy, and connecting with family
- Publishers Weeky Q&A: 12/13/21 about my newest books, my influences, and the intersection between writing and teaching
- Interview on The Children's Book Podcast by Matthew Winner: I talk about One Hug and Grandpa Grumps! Listen in for a fun conversation!
- I had the honor of joining one of my author heroes, Grace Lin, on her Kids Ask Authors podcast to answer the question, "What books have you been reading when you were 7 years old?" Have a listen!
- I'm featured in Publisher's Weekly, along with other amazing author-educators to discuss hope and optimism in school and writing during a global pandemic. Check it out!
For Writers:
January 19, 2025: Chalk + Ink: Episode 87; Author's Craft Chat with April Jones Prince, Jody Little, Josh Galarza, Katrina Moore and Zetta Elliott
March 22, 2024: HOPE IS A HOP is featured on Picture Book Builder's Blog! Both me & the illustrator, Melissa Iwai, are interviewed about how this book began, the collaboration between text and art, and our inspirations. There's also a Giveaway!
February 22, 2024: HOPE IS A HOP is featured on Kathy Teaman's Writing and Illustrating Blog! Read about the book's journey and enter the Giveaway!
February 6, 2024: GRUMPY NEW YEAR is featured on Kathy Teaman's Writing and Illustrating Blog! Read about the book's journey and enter the Giveaway!
November 6 2020: Author, Teacher, and Podcast Host of Chalk and Ink interviews me on life as a teacher and writer. I talk about how one influences the other, how to keep creativity, playfulness, and passion at the forefront of both, and sprinkle in plenty of tips, as well! Check it out!
July 2020: I join author Josh Funk on his Instagram Live Show, Funk & Friends, to talk about books, the inspiration behind GRANDPA GRUMPS and SOMETIMES LOVE, some writing tips, and more. Check out the recording here.
May 2020: Author Kirsti Call interviews me on her blog, Writer's Rumpus, about GRANDPA GRUMPS and advice for writers.
October 2019: I guest post on the 12x12 Picture Book Challenge Blog as the FEATURED AUTHOR: "When to Open (& Close) the Door"
May 2018: I share my success story from attending the Rutgers One-on-One Plus Conference.
July 2020: I join author Josh Funk on his Instagram Live Show, Funk & Friends, to talk about books, the inspiration behind GRANDPA GRUMPS and SOMETIMES LOVE, some writing tips, and more. Check out the recording here.
May 2020: Author Kirsti Call interviews me on her blog, Writer's Rumpus, about GRANDPA GRUMPS and advice for writers.
October 2019: I guest post on the 12x12 Picture Book Challenge Blog as the FEATURED AUTHOR: "When to Open (& Close) the Door"
May 2018: I share my success story from attending the Rutgers One-on-One Plus Conference.
This is me and my siblings at Disney World when I was younger. Can you guess which one is me?!
Top Secret!
For-Kids-Only Facts About Me:
I love desserts! Here are my top five favorites:
-Ice cream!
-S'mores
-Chocolate Chip Cookies
-Red Velvet Cupcakes
-Pie or cheesecake with any kind of fruit!
Hugs,
Katrina Moore