Alison Marcotte has been writing stories since she was a child. She’s passionate about writing stories that are authentic, funny, hopeful, and filled with heart.

Her debut picture book SEEKING BEST FRIEND, illustrated by Diane Ewen and published by Beaming Books, came out in January 2022.

After going to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for journalism, Alison jumped back into her love for picture book writing and joined SCBWI. She is also a member of the 12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge, Chicago Writers Association, and Courage to Create, and a freelance writer for American Library Association’s American Libraries magazine. She was one of the winners of Vivian Kirkfield’s 2024 #50PreciousWords contest.

When she’s not writing, she’s often exploring Chicago, running (and trying to brainstorm new ideas), or spending time with family.

Alison is represented by Ashley Reisinger of Triada US.