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Silvia Acevedo
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Author, MAIL-ORDER MONSTERS: CRASH COURSE and THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA. Formerly EA @ Scholastic. I write stories for kids and adults who want magic and mystery in their world.
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Hey friends! Today is RELEASE DAY for my latest book, MAIL-ORDER MONSTERS: CRASH COURSE, the story of a ten-year-old boy who’s so desperate for a new best friend that he orders monsters from an ad in the back of an old comic book. Best for ages 7-12. There’s even a little Spanish sprinkled within.
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Five stars from Reader Views! So thankful, as reviews help others learn about a title and whether it's their jam.

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A lonely boy’s wish for friendship takes a wild turn when his mail-order monsters arrive—leading to chaos, laughter, and lessons about belonging and being brave. #BookReview #MiddleGradeFantasy #IndieBooks #AmReading #ReaderViews buff.ly/1pE6fl9
November 1, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Come on out to this lit fair at the Cotton Exchange in Waterford! Almost 50 authors, with their varied wares, will attend, so you're sure to find something for your holiday gift-giving. Grab a beverage and maybe win a gift card from host Reads by the River Books and Gifts. Info link in the comments.
October 21, 2025 at 4:43 PM
My hubby and I had a very fun time being interviewed (if a jokey chat can be called that) on The Morning Blend. The background was awesome, highlighting Jeff's art (@jeffmiracola.com), and Molly and Tiffany are a hoot. Enjoy. www.tmj4.com/shows/the-mo...
The Morning Blend
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August 28, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Hey friends! Today is RELEASE DAY for my latest book, MAIL-ORDER MONSTERS: CRASH COURSE, the story of a ten-year-old boy who’s so desperate for a new best friend that he orders monsters from an ad in the back of an old comic book. Best for ages 7-12. There’s even a little Spanish sprinkled within.
💛
August 26, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Got my proof copies of MAIL-ORDER MONSTERS: CRASH COURSE, and they look GREAT! It's the story of a ten-year-old boy desperate for a new best friend who orders monsters from an ad in the back of an old comic book. Dives into friendship breakups and makeups. Kirkus Reviews’s verdict is to get it! 💛
August 17, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Is the red tape our copyright protections?
July 23, 2025 at 5:59 PM
THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA comes out tomorrow 7/15/25 in paperback! Not all hardcovers make it to paperback, so this is exciting stuff: lower price, a bendable format, & perfect ahead of the upcoming Spooky Season. Available anywhere books are sold, but I'll add a link to my local indie. 💙
July 14, 2025 at 11:58 PM
It’s FIVE stars for MAIL-ORDER MONSTERS:CRASH COURSE! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This is my upcoming book’s first editorial review, and I’m so happy about it. This middle grade fantasy comes this fall in softcover and eBook. Preorder link is below. I hope you’ll order for the young monster-lovers in your life. Haha 🧟‍♂️
May 16, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Hi friends, hope you can swing by for this fun chat in Lake skills, WI. I’ll be in conversation with fellow author and buddy Valerie Biel. 📚🗣️💕
March 18, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Hey gamers, some great new playmats are available starting today.

The Jeff Miracola Playmat Collection Kickstarter features iconic Magic: The Gathering images like Raging Goblin, Propaganda, Mulldrifter, and more. The Kickstarter's LIVE. Come look and pledge.

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Jeff Miracola Playmat Collection
Officially Licensed Magic: The Gathering playmats and more from artist Jeff Miracola
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February 2, 2025 at 4:25 PM
One week left of early bird pricing for the Fantasy Art Workshop Illustration Intensive. Come join us and our amazing lineup for a full week dedicated to art, fantasy and otherwise, pro or beginner. Hope to see you there! www.fantasyartworkshop.com/illustration...
January 24, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Only 2 wks left of early-bird prices @ Fantasy Art Workshop's Illustration Intensive, a five-day workshop for aspiring and pro illustrators. Led by award-winning faculty with decades in fantasy/video gaming, editorial, concept art, & kidlit.
Learn more:

www.fantasyartworkshop.com/illustration...
January 17, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Whoo hoo! Author Amanda Zieba (The Word Nerd) featured my story and another (my favorite) from THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA on her popular YouTube channel. Hope you'll watch and consider ordering a copy (suitable for grades 3 and up). Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUuQ...

Enjoy. 😀
January 12, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Registration is open for my reading at Boswell Books in Milwaukee (happening during the family-friendly "Downer Ave Haunted Halloween"). Signing up helps Boswell knows how many ghosts and goblins to dispatch. Bwoooooo....
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Silvia Acevedo, contributor to THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA
Silvia Acevedo, contributor to THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA, part of Downer Avenue Haunted Halloween
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October 11, 2024 at 3:13 PM
THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA releases tomorrow, July 9! That means you can pick up this title for all the shiver-loving readers in your life!
Bwaaahahaa...
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Spooky Season arrives tomorrow!
Spooky Season arrives tomorrow! The book THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA releases July 9, 2024!
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July 8, 2024 at 1:54 PM
One hundred days until the release of THE HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA, spooky tales from all 50 states + Puerto Rico & D.C. I rep Wisconsin. Early orders = book success, so please preorder! Anywhere books are sold or my local bookstore: tinyurl.com/2casn79x
March 31, 2024 at 4:19 PM
Pricing is now posted on the 2024 Illustration Intensive website. Registration opens January 2, 2024. Read the FAQ section on our website for more details. We have a great line up of guests. Link in comments.
December 14, 2023 at 10:16 PM
Helloooooo good people of Bluesky! Let’s connect and talk about books, art, and creativity all around. Here are my creations. Share yours! :)
August 4, 2023 at 5:43 PM