Debbie Rigaud

Debbie Rigaud is a accomplished author, known for her work in young adult (YA) coming-of-age romcoms and illustrated chapter books. She was born in Jersey City, New Jersey and her writing career began covering entertainment and news for various magazines. Debbie has had the opportunity to interview a diverse range of individuals, from real girls to politicians, social figures, and celebrities. However, she has expressed that she enjoyed interviewing real girls the most. The articles she has written have been published in well-known magazines such as Vibe Vixen, Heart & Soul, The Source, YSB, Inside TV, Seventeen, CosmoGIRL!, and Entertainment Weekly.

Some of Debbie's notable works include "Truly Madly Royally" (2019), "Simone Breaks All the Rules" (2021), and "A Girl's Guide to Love & Magic" (August 2022). She has also expanded her portfolio to include illustrated chapter books, such as "The Sound of Magic" (2022) and the forthcoming second book of the "Best Wishes" series (2023). Additionally, Debbie is working on her debut picture book, "Sebastian the Littlest Food Critic," set to be released in 2024. Her writing is known to be relatable, engaging and perfect for young readers. Debbie's work has been well-received and she has established herself as a respected author in the industry.

In addition to her work as an author, Debbie has also co-authored several books, including Alyssa Milano’s New York Times bestselling HOPE series and Sarah Mlynowski’s BEST WISHES: THE SISTER SWITCH. Debbie started her career writing for entertainment and teen magazines. She now lives with her husband and children in Columbus, Ohio. Unfortunately, the source does not provide more information about her background, education or early life.