Gwen Lagioia is passionate about writing contemporary fiction with mental health representation for both young adult and adult audiences. When she isn't crafting new words, she works as a reading specialist, helping children to grow into readers. On weekends, she can be found sipping chai tea with a book in her lap and her Cavalier King Charles, Frasier, warming her feet.

Follow Gwen on Instagram and Threads at @pen.gwen.writes, and Bluesky at @gwenlagioia.bsky.social.