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Risa Nyman
Welcome to my website!
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Hope you enjoy your stay here and that you'll come back often for a visit to see what I've been up to on my wild author's ride.
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My path to creative writing is unusual. One might say I'm a late-bloomer. Just shows we never know what direction our lives may take. I fell in love with writing and can't stop.
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I'd love to hear from you.
Click here for my contact page.
Pleased to be a featured author on the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards website.
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My Books
"The novel is narrated by Claire, a plucky, smart-mouthed adolescent. She is a wonderful creation, a resolute fighter, not only for Harry, but also for her mother, whom she has good reason to hate."
~Kirkus Reviews
"With a dynamic plot, a slow-simmer romance, and an ending worth waiting for, Complicated Choices is a brilliant contemporary young adult novel that lives up to its name."
~Indies Today Review
Middle Grade Mystery
12-year-old Rocky, a stellar soccer goalie, is determined to uncover the truth about how his father died.
To read more about Swallowed by a Secret, click here.
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"...appealing page-turner that takes a look at worthy issues.”
~IndieReader
“...engaging tale features two immensely likable characters.”
~Kirkus Reviews
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“...a mysterious grand adventure addressing serious issues with sensitivity and heart.”
~Jessica Bayliss, author of Ten After Closing and Broken Chords
“...a masterclass of contemporary social issues and is a highly recommended read.
~Readers' Favorite
Middle Grade Mystery
At his summer camp, 13-year-old Rocky is locked in an epic battle to stop his mother's marriage.
A standalone sequel. For more information on
Spooked by a Suspicion, click here.
Reviews:
"Any teen who has faced a parent's remarriage and questions about their identity and moral compass will readily relate to Rocky's situation. They will be intrigued by the mystery components as he unravels."
~D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review ​
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"The conflict between Rocky and Ted is a relatable one, and the boy's wild flights of imagination will likely entertain young readers. A fast-paced middle-grade novel that successfully provides a lesson about trust."
~Kirkus Reviews
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"A fast paced sequel with mystery, drama, and heart. Nyman's storytelling skills are complemented by her keen ability to paint realistic characters."
~IndiesToday
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