An author, illustrator, photographer, and proud mom of 2 boys, “Mimi” to one sweet grandbaby, and wrangler of one sweet rescue pup. Kimberly Caldwell brings creativity and heart to every story she tells.
Her Christian children’s series, Mr. Bark Lee and Friends, grew out of her own childhood curiosity—those early questions of how Bible verses could possibly apply to a young child’s world. Through the wisdom of Mr. Bark Lee, a gentle old tree, and his circle of forest friends, she helps little readers understand God’s love in simple, meaningful ways.
Her book Elves on Vacation was inspired by the magical stories her mother shared with her kids—tales that had them searching grocery store aisles for hidden elves with wide-eyed wonder. She hopes these stories spark the same sense of imagination and adventure in other children.
In Darya the Beautiful Dragon, she explores the tender emotions a child may face while adjusting to a new family dynamic, offering reassurance, empathy, and a gentle reminder that love makes room for everyone.
A lifelong believer in the power of reading together, she treasures the memories of storytime with her own children—those moments when a parent’s voice brings characters to life and turns pages into adventures. Her favorite saying still rings true: “You can go anywhere in a book if you just use your imagination.”
She hopes her books bring joy, comfort, and a bit of magic to the special moments you share with the children in your life.
