Emma Reynolds

Emma Reynolds is an illustrator and author based in Manchester, UK. Her author-illustrator debut picture book 'Amara and the Bats' about bat conservation, peaceful protest and community action is a JLG Gold Standard, NSTA ‘Best in STEM’, and an Empathy Lab #ReadForEmpathy selection. In early 2019 she started #KidLit4Climate the first global illustrated climate campaign, bringing together thousands of children’s illustrators and authors from more than fifty countries in solidarity with the youth climate strikes. In May 2020 she shaved her head to raise money for Bat Conservation Trust and continues to collaborate with them. Emma also volunteers with her local bat group doing surveys and other activities, and is happiest when she’s outside in nature and exploring new places. She is passionate about storytelling and making accessible SciComm, and is inspired by nature, animals, adventure, and seeing the magic in the everyday. Follow her on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok @EmmaIllustrate