Cover of Shy Kai’s First Day of School children’s book by Camille Taylor

Our Story

Camille Taylor is a children’s book author who creates stories that bring imagination, comfort, and connection to children and families. Her debut picture book, Shy Kai’s First Day of School, was inspired by her son and nephew’s first day jitters, but its message goes beyond the classroom. Perfect for children starting school, meeting new friends, or facing any new experience, it helps young readers feel seen, encouraged, and brave in their own journey..

Author Visits & Events

Every child faces moments that feel big and new, whether it is starting school, meeting friends for the first time, or learning something unfamiliar. Through engaging author visits, I share Shy Kai’s First Day of School and other stories that inspire courage, kindness, and imagination. Visits include interactive read alouds, fun activities, and conversations that leave children inspired to face their own new experiences with confidence and joy.

Mrs. Claus reading Shy Kai’s First Day of School at my children’s book vendor table during a holiday community event.

📅 Upcoming Appearances

May 9 – Old Town Manassas Art & Craft Show‍ ‍

Manassas Museum Lawn

9101 Prince William St, Manassas, VA 20110

🕙 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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May 16 – Polar Heat‍ ‍

Lynn Street, Herndon, VA

🕙 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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May 17 – Larexpo Vendor Fair‍ ‍

Harris Pavilion

9201 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110

🕙 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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May 25 – Ringing In Hope (Memorial Day Marketplace)‍ ‍

44505 Atwater Dr, Ashburn, VA

🕙 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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June 13 – June Bloom Market‍ ‍

Virginia Gateway

7524 Iron Bar Ln, Gainesville, VA

🕙 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Kai standing with a young reader who purchased Shy Kai’s First Day of School at a local vendor event for families and children.
Kai at our vendor table promoting and selling Shy Kai’s First Day of School at a local community vendor event for children and families.
Children’s book author Camille Robinson pointing to her Shy Kai’s First Day of School author banner at a local vendor event promoting children’s literacy and family reading.
Kai talking with a mother and daughter about Shy Kai’s First Day of School at a family-friendly community vendor event.
Young reader holding Shy Kai’s First Day of School beside our author banner at a community vendor event promoting children’s literacy and family reading.
A woman standing next to a large yellow banner at an outdoor event. The banner features a picture of a young girl and text about a children's picture book titled "Shy Kai's First Day of School." The woman is wearing a black coat, black pants, and sunglasses, and is in front of vendor tables with various items. There are white tents and buildings in the background.
A man helping set up our Shy Kai’s First Day of School vendor table before a community event promoting children’s books and literacy.

Loved spending time with the 4th graders at London Towne Elementary! We read Shy Kai’s First Day of School and had a great discussion about courage, kindness and the writing process.