Hi there! I’m Emeline, and thanks for visiting my little corner of the internet.
Bonnie’s Rocket is my debut book, and I’m thrilled to share it with you. The story was inspired by the life of my grandfather, who was an engineer for Apollo 11. My next book is Gwei, the Hungry Ghost, coming out spring 2026.
Author Bio:
Emeline Lee is an author of children's literature. Her debut picture book, Bonnie's Rocket, illustrated by Alina Chau and published by Lee & Low Books, is a STEM-friendly story set during Apollo 11. Her next book, Gwei, the Hungry Ghost, will be illustrated by Basia Tran and published by Kokila, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers (releasing spring 2026). She studied English literature and environmental sustainability at Columbia University. Find her on the web at emelinelee.com and follow her on social media at @EmelineLeeBooks.
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Yes! I love visiting schools and interacting with student readers. I also am available for conferences, book festivals, and other literary events. Please check out my Visits page for more details on school visits and contact me here.
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I'm most active on IG. Feel free to follow me @EmelineLeeBooks for book updates, events, and other news. Thanks!
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Yes! Check out my Resources page for a free Teacher's Guide, video tutorials, and more.
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My book is sold at most major book retailers and many independent bookstores. I always encourage readers to support small businesses, so you can locate your nearest local bookstore here.
You can also purchase it on Barnes & Noble, Amazon, and Walmart.
Your local library might also have the book! If they do not have a copy in circulation yet, feel free to request the book and hopefully your library can get one for you and your community.
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That's a great question! Publishing can feel very intimidating, so I've created a short guide with a few steps to get the process started. Check it out here!
Due to high volume, please note that I’m unable to respond to specific questions regarding the publishing process for individuals. My contact page is only for events, school visits, or book-related inquiries. Thank you!
