by Dr. Gabrielle Rossi, illustrated by Emjay Haislip NOTE: Lizzie Learns to Ride will be released 10/27/2026 and is available for preorder now! More pre-order information from other retailers will be available soon. Once a hesitant nine-year-old who had no interest in riding a bike, author Gabrielle Rossi now spends her days cheering on first-time pedalers, chasing fearless climbers, and making friendship bracelets at the finish line. In Lizzie Learns to Ride, Lizzie is nervous about pedaling for the first time. Gabrielle knows firsthand what it’s like to be a reluctant rider, and that it’s okay to feel big feelings when you’re trying something new for the first time! Having taught hundreds of girls, Gabrielle knows that learning to bike is really about learning to trust yourself because with a little bravery (and your trusted stuffie), anything is possible. Lizzie Learns to Ride is illustrated by Emjay Haislip, an illustrator from the Washington D.C. area who loves bringing colorful characters and stories to life. They create illustrations for children’s media, brands, and anyone who needs a splash of creativity. They sell goods and run workshops under the name We Are All Makers. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Dr. Gabrielle Rossi is an author, educator, and lover of leisurely bike rides. Gabrielle has spent more than a decade leading youth-focused organizations that use play, movement, and community as powerful tools for growth. She’s the Founder and Executive Director of Girls in Gear, a national nonprofit that helps girls of all ages discover the joy, confidence, and freedom that come from riding their bikes. Gabrielle now has the privilege of watching girls across the country take what they learn on two wheels and carry it into their lives - with courage, tenacity, and pluck. Named the recipient of the Youth Empowerment Award by the League of American Bicyclists, Gabrielle frequently speaks around the country about her work and the transformative potential of biking for girls.
