Tricia Tusa author page

Tricia Tusa biography

Tricia Tusa is an American author and illustrator known for her work in children’s literature. She has illustrated numerous picture books, often collaborating with other writers as well as creating her own stories. Tusa’s illustrations are recognized for their expressive, whimsical style and have appeared in books published by major publishers such as Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and Clarion Books.

Among her notable works as both author and illustrator is Maebelle’s Suitcase, published in 1991. She has also illustrated books for other authors, including The Magic Hat by Mem Fox and Mrs. Spitzer’s Garden by Edith Pattou. Tusa’s books have been reviewed in publications such as Publishers Weekly and Kirkus Reviews, and her illustrations have been praised for their humor and warmth.

Tricia Tusa’s book Follow Me was published by Harcourt in 2006.