Interview: Alysia Kelly on Celebration Festival

Alysia Kelly’s debut picture book Celebration Festival brings colour, curiosity and a sense of global celebration to young readers. The story follows Evie and her loyal dog Biscuit as they travel through a lively festival filled with traditions, foods and festivities from around the world. 

Through playful storytelling and vibrant moments of discovery, the book invites children to explore how different cultures celebrate together, and how joy, community and connection can be found in every corner of the globe.

Here, Alysia shares with Kids' Book Review the inspiration behind her debut, her journey into picture book writing, and what she hopes young readers will take away from the story.