Lauren Mansy

Lauren is from Chicago area, where she grew up helping her parents in their family business before she spent years working with youth, from young children to high schoolers.

When she’s not writing, Lauren loves staying active outdoors, exploring the city to find the best deep dish pizza, and spending time with her family.

Her debut novel The Memory Thief was inspired by Lauren’s own journey with her mother, who was a survivor when all hope seemed lost.