About Me

Vicki Conrad spends her days teaching children to read and evenings writing stories she hopes with inspire young readers. Growing up, she was always found with a book in her hand, and she has stayed that way ever since. Her first book, Just Like Beverly was released from Sasquatch Books in 2019. It received a starred Kirkus review and was a Junior Library Guild Gold Selection, as well as one of NPR’s Best Books of 2019. Her next nonfiction picture book, A Voice for the Everglades, is a science biography about Marjory Stoneman Douglas saving the Florida Everglades. Her latest biography is near and dear to her heart. Introducing Sandwina: The Strongest Woman in the World will be released in December of 2024. It is the incredible true story of the Victorian era circus star, Katie Brumbach, otherwise known as Sandwina. Vicki is a curious seeker of knowledge and lover of history. She has called Seattle her home for many years.