Molli Jackson Ehlert

Molli Jackson Ehlert studied social psychology at Barnard College of Columbia University. She bounced around from academia to cooking to animal rescue, but she's found a home in writing. As a kid, Molli made up stories, wrote poems, and was a nerd who loved essays, but being an author never seemed like an achievable goal. Not until the stars aligned. Writing has given her a wonderful community and outlet to share the stories she wishes she'd seen growing up and hopes her own child will see as he grows, highlighting qualities often looked down upon. Having grown up in a larger body, Molli knows first hand the disrespect and lack of acceptance people face when they are seen as "different". Her debut picture book, EVERYBODY HAS A BODY, releases August 2023, hoping to teach young readers about body neutrality by featuring all types of bodies and abilities. Currently residing in New Jersey, Molli is a mother to an active toddler she hopes will grow up with an open mind and an open heart.