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Melissa D Savage

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about Melissa.

Melissa D. Savage is a middle-grade author and licensed therapist who founded the Tobin Scott Foundation. She earned her MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from Hamline University and has written four middle-grade books, with a fifth underway. Melissa began crafting stories in second grade and never looked back. She loves writing thrilling adventures about cryptids, ghosts, and cursed treasures. But her stories also delve into the adversity some children and families face, like grief, anxiety, divorce, disability, and pediatric illness. Ultimately, Melissa's books showcase overcoming challenges, finding hope, and healing through storytelling. She depicts diverse family dynamics and obstacles children encounter, focusing on thriving despite hardship and finding light in the dark. Follow Melissa on Twitter, Instagram, and Threads to learn more. The Tobin Scott Foundation she founded supports families dealing with pediatric illness or loss through the power of storytelling. Follow their impactful work on Instagram, Twitter, Threads, and Facebook.

Lemonade Liberty Witt

"It’s an important name. The most important name in the whole world. I say it out loud every day so the world remembers how important it is. And that it still matters to someone. And also so it doesn’t disappear. Like she did."

Books

BOOKS.

Lemons

Lemonade Liberty Witt's mama always told her: When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. But Lem can't possibly make lemonade out of her new life in Willow Creek, California--the Bigfoot Capital of the World--where she's forced to live with a grandfather she's never met after her mother passes away.

The Truth about Martians

Mylo knows there's no such thing as Martians - at least, until a flying saucer crash-lands next to his family's New Mexico farm. Desperate to be as brave as his older brother Obie - who passed away over a year ago - Mylo has to investigate.

Nessie Quest

Ada Ru finally thought her parents were going to agree to a Fitzhugh family vacation in Disney World the summer before sixth grade, until her father announces he's taking a teaching position in Scotland, and moving the family there for the entire summer.

Karma Moon - Ghost Hunter

While staying in a haunted Colorado hotel for her father’s ghost-hunting television series, Karma Moon must battle her anxiety, interpret the signs of the universe, and get footage of a real ghost–you know, the usual.

Bigfoot, Tobin and Me

Lemonade Liberty Witt's mama always told her: When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. But Lem can't possibly make lemonade out of her new life in Willow Creek, California--the Bigfoot Capital of the World--where she's forced to live with a grandfather she's never met after her mother passes away. This version of Lemons is published by the esteemed Barry Cunningham of Chicken House books for UK readers.

The Truth About Martians

While staying in a haunted Colorado hotel for her father’s ghost-hunting television series, Karma Moon must battle her anxiety, interpret the signs of the universe, and get footage of a real ghost–you know, the usual. This version of Lemons is published by the esteemed Barry Cunningham of Chicken House books for UK readers.

Karma Moon

"His voice is calm and his smile is that special one he gives me when I need it the most. A smile that says a lot without any words at all. It says that I’m okay and he’s okay and so is everything else in the world right this minute. And for a few seconds, while that smile is shining it’s light, a bright ray bursting through a worry storm, it actually feels true."

So Much To Do, So Little Time

Appearances and More.

Dressing up as Tobin for the Children's Book Fair. Marilyn - you're the best!

Mylo Affinito

"Someone needs to do something. And I think that someone should be us?"

REader's ROCK.

Reader's Rock.

Thank you to all the amazing Readers who have shared your

Artistic visions from my stories! Keep reading and keep creating!

Ada Ru Fitzhugh

Words may seem innocent enough, but I'm here to tell you that they're a way bigger deal than people know. They are so powerful, in fact, that they can change us in a single solitary second. Words can propel you so high that you could fly straight up to the sky blue. Or can seem so heavy on your shoulders that you think you'll never stand straight again. And there's one reason for that. Words make us feel. And feelings are everything. They control who we are and how we live and every single choice we make.

Tobin

The Tobin Scott Foundation uplifts critically ill and grieving youth through storytelling. Founded by Melissa Savage to honor her late son Tobin, this non-profit helps children and teenagers aged 5-18 who are facing life-limiting illness or grief to write their own books. By publishing and distributing these young authors' works globally, TSF amplifies voices that are often unheard. The Toby Crew is carrying on Tobin's legacy by bringing comfort and meaning to kids navigating profound loss. Learn more about their empowering work by visiting the link below

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