Melissa Seron

RICHARDSON

Bienvenidos!

Welcome to my site, I’m glad you’re here.I’m a Chicana children’s book writer living in the rocky mountains with my husband, kids, and puppy Lulu. Take a look around and make yourself at home, mi sitio es su sitio! Check out books and merch or sign up for an author visit on the contact page.

Have a great day, and remember, no matter what’s happening in your life, ¡Tú Puedes!

- Melissa

New & Upcoming Books

The Last Slice: A Three Kings Day Treat

A story about a girl’s humorous journey to overcome her fear of the special dessert she loves so much: the Rosca de Reyes- a sweet bread with a baby Jesus figurine baked into it eaten on Three Kings Day. Marta is big enough for her own slice this year, but what if she eats the Niño Dios? She will have to be valiente, or risk never eating rosca again.

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Five words That Are Mine

A story about a young Chincana skateboarder trying to master a kick-flip while brainstorming words to describe herself for a homework assignment. Will she let failure define her, or learn that “a fall is not a fail” and have the courage to believe in herself and try again?

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BEYOND THE BOOKS

Events

Melissa is thrilled to extend an invitation to schools, libraries, and communities everywhere, offering captivating events that will empower children, educate writers, and ignite imaginations.

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Free Story Kit

Work with kids? Click here to access a range of carefully crafted materials that expand upon Melissa’s books, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and a deeper understanding of the stories.

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Social Media

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