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CAPTION: Ross Felten, illustrator and Lisa Maggiore, author of: Ava the Monster Slayer: A Warrior Who Wears Glasses.
Bios
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Lisa Maggiore writes fiction for adults and children. She is the author of the award-winning children’s picture book series Ava the Monster Slayer. Other works include a short story, Pinterest Saved My Marriage, a novel, Home from Within, and local anthologies. Lisa lives in Chicago with her husband.
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Lisa Maggiore writes fiction for adults and children. Her children’s picture book series Ava the Monster Slayer has been recognized as a 2017 and 2026 Illinois Reads pick, as well as a winner of the 2024 Purple Dragonfly and Family Choice Award. Other works include a short story, Pinterest Saved My Marriage, a novel, Home from Within, and local anthologies. Lisa resides in Chicago with her husband, three adult children, and three grandchildren. She lovingly cared for her mother, who had dementia, until her passing in 2025. Lisa draws on her 20 years as a social worker to enrich her storytelling. She enjoys traveling, cheering for Da Chicago Bears, and dancing with childhood friends.
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Lisa Maggiore writes fiction for both adults and children. Her children’s graphic picture book series Ava the Monster Slayer has been recognized as a 2017 and 2026 Illinois Reads pick, as well as a winner of the 2024 Purple Dragonfly and Family Choice Award. Additionally, her adult works include a short story titled Pinterest Saved My Marriage, a novel called Home from Within, and contributions to various local anthologies. As a lifelong resident of Chicago, Lisa shares her life with her wonderful husband, three adult children, and three delightful grandchildren. She lovingly cared for her mother, who had dementia, until her passing in September 2025. After enjoying a rewarding 20-year career as a social worker, Lisa has embraced her second act as a writer. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring new places, loudly cheering for Da Chicago Bears, and dancing with childhood friends to infectious ’80s music.
