Emily Rosenthal (She/Her) is an author and illustrator based in Baltimore, Maryland. She attended the Maryland Institute College of Art where she graduated with a degree in Illustration and Humanistic Studies. She creates picture books and graphic novels; and loves telling stories based in fantasy and folklore that showcase queer, Jewish, and neurodivergent identities. Her debut picture book, Leroy Has Something To Say (illustrated by the amazing Thai My Phuong and published by Bloomsbury), hits shelves in 2026! When not writing and drawing, Emily plays soccer, watches scary movies, and fends off her cat’s attempts to eat her food. She is represented by Alexandra Weiss at Azantian Literary Agency. Her website is emilyrosenthalart.com.
