Author / Illustrator / Musician
I write, illustrate, and record stories of joy, hope, courage, and friendship for all ages.
Coming soon…
A new middle-grade / YA novel
Raquel raccoon was born different. Without the ability to “catch scent” she is forbidden to leave the den. Instead, she sneaks out during the light of moonbrother, discovering the world of tall-walkers and bark-beasts, until her curiosity leads to trouble.
Finn and his Boy live a quiet life together out in the countryside, until a tragedy tears their bond apart. Raquel and Finn form an unexpected bond that leads them to uncover secrets of Raquel’s existence she never knew.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, August 24, 2025 11:00a – 12:30pm — Reading at Magnolia Stables
4536 Crandall Rd, Howell, MI
Saturday, November 11, 9a – 6pm — Christmas in Clawson Craft Show
Clawson High School
Where All the Little Things Live
2nd place winner (Best Audiobook)
Honorable Mention (Best Illustration)
Honorable Mention (Best Chapter Book)
“…This is a book that should be on every young reader’s shelf… and adult should read it out load, even in quiet moments and secluded spaces, only to themselves”
Diana Kathryn Penn, Author, Editor, Writing Coach
“…A great book for all ages with beautiful illustrations [that] compliment the story and help the reader imagine the characters.”
“[Tamaishi] will immediately transport you to your childhood, both in its lovely, imaginative writing and the stunning drawings that bring into Tama’s world.”
Elizabeth Weigandt, author of Queen Bee
“Ian is a master of description… you can feel the wind on your face, hear the grass rustling in the breeze, and visualize the lush world he’s created.”
SJ Lomas, Author & Children’s librarian