About Calyssa Erb

Calyssa Erb is a queer, autistic Canadian writer of books for young readers. Her debut middle grade novel MAYA PLAYS THE PART was published by Annick Press in 2024. It was nominated for IBBY Outstanding Books for Young People with Disabilities, 2025; and a Canadian Children’s Book Centre 2024 Best Books for Kids and Teens, starred selection. When not writing, she enjoys a tall mug of tea and hanging out with her Animal Crossing villagers. She currently lives in Toronto, Ontario.