Mara’s ability to make the mundane feel like a heartfelt soliloquy is truly an art form. Nothing says ‘I relate’ like a reminder of how waking up is basically a horror story at this age.

Mara struggles valiantly against the beast of simplification when writing for kids, proving that even the most chaotic minds are still trying to protect the future of literature—one less condescending word at a time.

With regular glimpses into her creative process, it's like watching a painter dramatically throw paint at a canvas—except she’s armed with a sketchbook and a relentless sense of humor.