Susanne Stemmer

Susanne Stemmer is an author, visual storyteller, and the creative mind behind Ilvie Little & Friends. After decades travelling the world as an underwater photographer and director — exploring oceans, cultures, and extraordinary places — she began creating children’s stories inspired by courage, curiosity, and the magic of our planet.

When searching for books for her young niece, Susanne realised how few adventurous female role models existed — and decided to change that. Today, she builds imaginative story worlds that combine strong heroines, ocean wonder, and meaningful storytelling, inviting children everywhere to explore, dream big, and protect the world beneath the waves.