ERIN STEWART is an award-winning author of realistic fiction for teens and tweens. Her novels for teens include THE WORDS WE KEEP (ALA Schneider Award recipient) and EVERY BORROWED BEAT. Her middle-grade debut, THE FORGOTTEN MAGIC OF ZOEY TURNER, hit shelves last year and was followed by THE MYSTERIOUS MAGIC OF LIGHTHOUSE LANE in 2026. Erin is a heart failure survivor, mother of three and firm believer that Hot Tamales should be a recognized food group.




