Nancy E. Mercado is an accomplished American author of fiction, as well as a poet, educator, editor, and activist. She has made significant contributions to the Puerto Rican literary movement in New York City and is widely recognized for her work.
Mercado has received accolades from Latino Leaders Magazine, which has praised her as a key figure in the Puerto Rican literary movement in New York City and one of its most celebrated members. This recognition is a testament to her dedication to her craft and her commitment to promoting Puerto Rican literature and culture.
In addition to her work as an author, Mercado is also an accomplished poet and educator. She has written a collection of poetry titled "It Concerns the Madness" and has edited a children's anthology called "if the world were mine". Her writing has been well received and she has a strong background in education, having earned a BA from Rutgers University, an MA from New York University, and a PhD in English from SUNY-Binghamton. Her academic background in English and her passion for literature is reflected in her writing and her contributions to the literary world.