Dallas Clayton is an American author and illustrator best known for his children's works in the Awesome Book series.

Clayton began his writing career by self-publishing small run short story zines which he distributed in art galleries, music venues, and on street corners throughout the U.S.[1][2] After the birth of his son in 2003,[citation needed] Clayton wrote, illustrated, and published An Awesome Book!, a 64-page children's picture book about "dreaming big".

[3] After being turned down by several major publishing houses Clayton opted to self-publish An Awesome Book!

followed the pattern of An Awesome Book!, this time delivering a message about the importance of being thankful.

[13] With actress Shannyn Sossamon, Clayton has one son, named Audio Science, who was born on May 29, 2003.