Ella M. (Ella May) Sexton

Ella May Sexton was an American author from California, born in 1860. She is known for Stories of California, published by Macmillan in 1902, a book that presents California history in a clear, story-driven way for younger readers and general audiences.

Library and public-domain records connect her name with California-focused writing, and modern catalog listings continue to identify her as the author of Stories of California. The book follows the state's past from early legends and Spanish exploration through later social and political change, showing her interest in making regional history readable and engaging.

Little biographical information about her seems to be widely available in the sources I could confirm, so the surviving picture of her life comes mostly through her published work. Even so, her writing remains part of the public-domain record and continues to be read by people interested in classic books about California history.