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Silvia Acevedo

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Children's, Fantasy, Horror

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Silvia Acevedo writes stories for kids and adults who want magic and mystery in their world.

She scared up wild monster hijinks in MAIL-ORDER MONSTERS: CRASH COURSE, visited the ghost La Llorona in THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA, and barely escaped the wrath of Greek and Roman gods in her mythological GOD AWFUL series. She's pleased that her works have garnered great reviews from trade publications, prestigious awards from industry organizations, and kind words from readers.

Silvia also worked in New York publishing at Scholastic, literary agency Writers House, and the non-profit Inkluded Academy, which champions diversity in publishing. She led the Wisconsin chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and served on the Silvia Acevedo writes stories for kids and adults who want magic and mystery in their world.

She scared up wild monster hijinks in MAIL-ORDER MONSTERS: CRASH COURSE, visited the ghost La Llorona in THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA, and barely escaped the wrath of Greek and Roman gods in her mythological GOD AWFUL series. She's pleased that her works have garnered great reviews from trade publications, prestigious awards from industry organizations, and kind words from readers.

Silvia also worked in New York publishing at Scholastic, literary agency Writers House, and the non-profit Inkluded Academy, which champions diversity in publishing. She led the Wisconsin chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and served on the board of directors for the Wisconsin Writers Association. Before that, she enjoyed 25+ years in broadcast news, covering everything from presidential politics to state fair food-on-a-stick.

Find her at SilviaAcevedo.com

PRAISE FOR MAIL-ORDER MONSTERS: CRASH COURSE:
“An entertaining fantasy romp that mixes uproarious japes with wise insights into friendship and forgiveness. … OUR VERDICT: ✓GET IT.” — Kirkus Reviews (Recommended review)

PRAISE FOR THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA:
"An entertaining, fright-filled geographical tour.” — Kirkus Reviews

PRAISE FOR GOD AWFUL REBEL:
"More plot twists and turns than a Disneyland roller coaster ride. Along with the first two titles in this simply outstanding series ... "God Awful Rebel" is especially and unreservedly recommended. - Midwest Book Review

"The professionalism and quality of the writing and art is ... exceptional." - Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators

PRAISE FOR GOD AWFUL THIEF:
"An impressively imaginative, extraordinarily witty, and exceptionally talented novelist, Ms. Acevedo continues to provide an expanding parade of fickle gods entwined with Cupid's misadventures, potential tragedies, and everlasting comedies in her 'God Awful' series. An inherently riveting read from beginning to end, "God Awful Thief" is very highly recommended for personal reading lists as well as community library Fantasy Fiction collections." - Midwest Book Review

PRAISE FOR GOD AWFUL LOSER:
“funny moments and attention-grabbing action scenes… this book might appeal to older fans of the Rick Riordan books or those interested in Roman mythology. VERDICT for larger libraries with high demand for mythological fiction.” - School Library Journal ...more

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	The Haunted States of America by Ellen Hopkins, Solomon Hughes (Illustrations), Kenneth Lewis 3.54 avg rating — 178 ratings — published 2024 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	God Awful Loser (God Awful, #1) by Silvia Acevedo (Goodreads Author), Jeff Miracola (Illustrator) 3.96 avg rating — 27 ratings — published 2015 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	God Awful Thief (God Awful, #2) 4.17 avg rating — 12 ratings — published 2016 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Mail-Order Monsters: Crash Course (Mail-Order Monsters, #1) by Silvia Acevedo (Goodreads Author), Jeff Miracola (Illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 10 ratings — published 2025 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	God Awful Rebel (God Awful, #3) 4.63 avg rating — 8 ratings — published 2019 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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