Stacy Wells is an enrolled member of the Choctaw Nation and a children's librarian who writes books for young readers and teens. Her narratives explore themes of community, family, and self-discovery, often told through an Indigenous lens with humor and heartfelt emotion. Inspired by her lifelong love of literature - sparked by childhood connections to characters like Anne Shirley from "Anne of Green Gables" - she crafts stories that resonate with authenticity and warmth.
As a writer, Wells emphasizes the power of finding one's voice, weaving joy and cultural perspective into her work. Her background as a librarian informs her deep understanding of the stories that captivate young audiences. Beyond writing, she enjoys gardening and napping, though she humorously admits to struggling with keeping plants alive. She lives in North Texas with her family, including a red dog named Blu and two mischievous ferrets.