Monica Wesolowska

Monica Wesolowska is the author of the memoir Holding Silvan: A Brief Life which was named a “Best Book of the Year” by The Boston Globe and Library Journal. Her essays and short stories have been widely published, including in The New York Times. In addition, she's published two children's picture books: Elbert in the Air (named a “Best Book of the Year” by the Bank Street College of Education) and Leo + Lea (winner of an SCBWI Crystal Kite Award). For over two decades, Monica has taught creative writing at Stanford Continuing Studies and elsewhere while also working with clients as an independent editor.