Abigail K. Lloyd

Abigail Lloyd is a multidisciplinary artist, author, and illustrator with a passion for storytelling through visual and written mediums. She is the co-founder and illustrator at Toadstool Books, a children’s publishing company dedicated to making literacy engaging and fun. Since 2025, Abigail has collaborated with her sister to bring imaginative stories like Alphabet Hide and Seek and Bug Stew to life, while also developing new projects aimed at young readers. Her creative work spans illustration, book design, and project management, reflecting her dedication to both artistry and the publishing process.

In addition to her work in children’s literature, Abigail is an accomplished author, having published a novel, Those Aren’t Real Lemons, and three poetry collections: A Deception Garden, LIMINAL, and Eulogies, in Legacy, Starting. She continues to expand her literary reach through broader distribution efforts, including IngramSpark and hardback editions with custom book jackets. Her storytelling often explores themes of family dynamics, personal growth, and the human experience, blending her background in art and counseling to create works that are both visually and emotionally resonant.

Abigail’s foundation in art and education began at the University of Arkansas, where she earned a BFA in Art Education with a concentration in sculpture and painting. She later pursued a Master’s in Professional Counseling at Amridge University, which has informed both her creative practice and her approach to working with young readers and writers. Inspired by her family’s history in education and mentorship from influential teachers, Abigail’s work reflects a lifelong commitment to creativity, learning, and making literature accessible and meaningful to audiences of all ages.

• Amridge University - MA

• National Oil Painting Society
• American Counseling Association

• Atlanta Inner City Ministry
• Intersection in Northwest Arkansas
• Cave of a Dulum