Tucson Festival of Books

William Joyce (he/him/his)


William Joyce is an award-winning author, illustrator, and filmmaker known for “Rise of the Guardians,” “Robots,” and “Meet the Robinsons.” He has written and illustrated over 50 books which have been translated into more than 40 languages. He created the Emmy winning series “Rolie Polie Olie.” His newest picture book, “Glitter Kittens,” continues his legacy of imagination. He lives in Shreveport, Louisiana, creating stories that inspire joy worldwide.

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Awards: Caldecott Medal


Books:
Glitter Kittens
Children
Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
October 2025
ISBN 9781665959902
48 pages

The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore
Children
Simon and Schuster
June 2012
ISBN 9781442457027
56 pages