Philosophy

Drawing on real-life experiences, Melissa’s books highlight life’s small moments and encourage families everywhere to embrace the big feelings that shape childhood. Her goal is to create stories that transform everyday moments into meaningful milestones, bridging the gap between a parent and child perspectives, and helping children feel understood and supported as they grow. With a background in education, she brings both expertise and empathy to her writing.

Honors

SCBWI-IL 2024 Laura Crawford SCBWI Mentorship with Lisa Katzenberger

Karen Greenwald's 2024 #SunWriteFun nonfiction writing contest

Published

Matchmaker, Matchmaker can be found in Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from My Dog (April 2025).

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