Meet Ashlee Yates, a Scottsdale-based children’s author, former elementary school teacher, and mother of two whose books overflow with heart and humor. With a Master’s in Elementary Education and a Bachelor’s in Broadcast Journalism, Ashlee brings creativity and classroom insight together to craft stories that spark curiosity and joy in young readers.
Her books are filled with vibrant, silly characters who inspire imagination, kindness, and confidence on every page. Whether she’s writing, reading with her kids, or planning her next classroom-inspired storytime, Ashlee’s mission is simple: to make reading an adventure that children can carry with them for life.
📚 Meet Ashlee Yates and discover her playful, heartfelt stories at the Scottsdale Book Festival!