Hi, I’m Shoshana.

I’m a children’s book author and also write books about pop culture.

I write stories that I hope will encourage kids to be their best selves and also make them laugh. That was my approach for the four books in my debut picture book series “MY SPECTACULAR SELF”: Hammock for Two: An Empathy Story, Heads Up: A Resilience Story, Out-of-Control Rhino, and Sometimes Cows Wear Polka Dots.

I’ve also written books for all ages about pop culture icons, including three books about FRIENDS: THE TELEVISION SHOW. I’m especially proud of Friendsgiving: The Official Guide to Hosting, Roasting, and Celebrating with Friends which features recipes, entertaining tips, and activities that you can use to host Friends-themed festivities year-round.

Becoming an author was always my childhood dream. I was first published at age 12 in Shofar Magazine with a poem about Chanukah. I create from the heart, from my experiences, and from what I hope will resonate with children.

I graduated from Lafayette College with a BA in English and earned an MFA in Film from Boston University. Then I packed two huge duffel bags and moved across the country to Los Angeles. I worked in the film industry and in licensed publishing at Warner Bros. Entertainment editing children’s books. I also created a tech parenting blog Mommy Tech Bytes.

I’m active in the kidlit community with SCBWI and I’m a 2020 #PBChat mentee.

I grew up in Bridgewater, New Jersey, where, like some of my picture book characters, I learned how to make new friends, fly a kite, and bedazzle a wardrobe. When I’m not writing, I work for a global entertainment company and look for my next big story idea. I currently live in Los Angeles with my daughter.

Please check out my books and visit me on Instagram @shoshanastopek.