Kristen C. Strocchia is a children’s writer, poetry lover, and proud mom of seven who believes in the power of words to steady anxious hearts and spark wonder.
She blends lyrical language, gentle humor, and emotional truth to create stories that help young readers dream big and explore widely—even when life feels overwhelming. Her characters don’t always feel brave, but they are full of hope and determination—just like the real kids she writes for. They are imaginative, uniquely skilled, and ready to make a difference.
Her work has earned honors in the 2024 Ann Whitford Paul Awards and the 2025 #PBParty and has been featured in Highlights: High Five. She contributes regularly to the #KidLit community as Co-Regional Advisor for SCBWI Eastern PA and as a blogger for Eastern Penn Points.
Follow her adventures (on the page and across the country) at kcstrocchia.com or on Pinterest, BlueSky and Instagram @kcstrocchia.
“Some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again.”
– C.S. Lewis in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Kristen C. Strocchia—Children's Writer & Speaker 