Formal Author Bio
Chelsea DiCicco is a neurodivergent children’s book author, literary blogger, and founder of Chelsea’s World of Books Literary Blog, where she hosts the popular monthly Feature Interview series for writers and illustrators. She currently has one independently published picture book, ADHD and Me, which can be purchased at this link, and eight early-readers publishing with Capstone in 2027. (You can take a peek at the first four covers and blurbs at this link.) Chelsea is a former Children’s Librarian and a Registered Behavior Technician, specializing in ABA Therapy for children with ASD. She is represented by Stephanie Cardel of Lighthouse Literary.
Mission statement: “My goal is to write stories that foster a love of reading, inspire curiosity, encourage creativity, motivate imagination, and instill empathy. I want kids to connect with characters who they see pieces of themselves in… while also learning something new.”
Hello and welcome! Here’s a bit about me: I write books for kids of all ages, across genres and formats, and am especially fond of picture books and early readers. I enjoy sharing writing resources and cheering for my fellow kidlit creators! Here’s a little list of my Go-To List of TOP Writing Resources. If you’re looking for free, helpful information, I encourage you to check out my literary blog and the popular Feature Interview series, designed by and for kidlit writers and illustrators. For questions, visit my FAQ’s page.
Fun facts: I learned to read very young and began writing stories of my own shortly thereafter. When my kindergarten teacher asked what I wanted to be when I grew up, I proudly announced to my class, “an author!” Books and the people who write them have always held a special place in my heart. I am (and always have been) an ocean enthusiast, rock collector, and lover of all animals. (Bats and foxes are my favorites!) My childhood heroes were Steve Irwin and Jane Goodall. As a young girl, I was convinced that I would one day marry Steve Irwin. He was my first real crush. Though I didn’t end up marrying Steve, I still think he’s the bee’s knees. And I’m quite happy with the guy I did marry. He’s hands down my best friend, and his belief in me has helped me find the courage to push myself to do one scary, incredible thing after another. And I firmly believe doing “scary” things is how you grow.
My Interviews:
Bold Journey Magazine, January 2026 (written)
Pat Brown Books Blog, January 2026 (written)
CanvasRebel Magazine, January 2025 (written)
Bold Journey Magazine, February 2025 (written)
Brittany Wuthrich Creator Series, May 2025 (video)
B Live Media TV 2021 (video)
MEMBER OF THE FOLLOWING WRITING ORGANIZATIONS: 12X12 PICTURE BOOK CHALLENGE, SCBWI, READY CHAPTER 1, MIGHTY KIDLIT, WRITE ACADEMY, THE WRITING BARN: WRITE. SUBMIT. SUPPORT (WSS STUDENT) SPRING 2024 & COURAGE TO CREATE COMMUNITY. PARTICIPANT OF THE FOLLOWING WRITING CONTESTS & EVENTS: STORYSTORM, PBPARTY, 50 PRECIOUS WORDS, SPRING FLING WRITING CONTEST, FALL WRITING FRENZY, PBPITCH, KIDLIT CRITIQUE DAY, WRITE ON CON. HONORABLE MENTION PICTURE BOOK PARTY 2023. HONORABLE MENTION 50 PRECIOUS WORDS 2024 PBPARTY FINALIST 2025
Represented by Stephanie Cardel of Lighthouse Literary 11/03/2025
Me writing a story at age 3. 
Me at age 4 in our yard, in Bremerton, WA, petting Jack, while carrying my favorite Pocahontas lunchbox. (Pocahontas was my favorite Disney princess because she loved animals and cared about the earth and the people on it). 
Me and my childhood best friend, Sadie the poodle! 
Me and my rabbit, Daisy (age 5). 
Best pals – Chelsea and Sadie. 
Reading a book in my Big Bird chair. 
Fun fact: my mom used to sew me custom dresses and hair accessories and usually had me dressed like a doll. 
Me and Stuart, our rabbit, at age 9. 
Just a couple of “kids.” 
Me and my dad with a baby goat.