Francesca Zappia, a talented author, discovered her passion for writing at the young age of eight. Two years later, she began working on her first story, which would ultimately evolve into a successful writing career. Zappia is best known for tackling heavy topics in her books, such as mental illnesses and abuse, which she draws from her personal experiences and research. One of her most popular books presents a world where the main character's reality is vastly different from others, making it a captivating and immersive read. Zappia's meticulous research and attention to detail make it difficult for readers to distinguish between reality and fiction in her stories.
Beyond her published works, Francesca Zappia is also known for her writing on Wattpad, where she authored the popular serial, "The Children of Hypnos." She is represented by Louise Fury of the Bent Agency and has a strong social media presence, with accounts on Twitter and Instagram under the handle @ChessieZappia. Zappia's website, francescazappia.com, provides links to all her social media platforms and additional information about her work.
Zappia holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Indianapolis. When she's not writing, she enjoys reading, cooking, and playing video games. Her accomplishments include being named the 2017 Emerging Author at the Indiana Authors Awards, and her second novel, "Eliza and Her Monsters," was chosen as a Kirkus Best Teen Book of 2017, a Junior Library Guild Selection, and was among the Top 10 of the YALSA 2018 Best Fiction for Young Adults list. Her ability to balance her writing career with her personal interests has earned her a devoted following and critical acclaim in the literary world.