Nicole Melleby is a born-and-bred Jersey girl with a passion for storytelling. She studied creative writing at Fairleigh Dickinson University and currently teaches creative writing and literature courses with a handful of local universities. When she’s not writing, she can be found browsing the shelves at her local comic shop or watching soap operas with a cup of tea.
Genres: Children's Fiction
New and upcoming books
Series
House on Sunrise Lagoon
1. Sam Makes a Splash (2023)
2. Marina in the Middle (2023)
3. Halfway to Harbor (2024)
1. Sam Makes a Splash (2023)
2. Marina in the Middle (2023)
3. Halfway to Harbor (2024)
Novels
Hurricane Season (2019)
In the Role of Brie Hutchens... (2020)
How to Become a Planet (2021)
The Science of Being Angry (2022)
Camp Quiltbag (2023) (with A J Sass)
Winnie Nash Is Not Your Sunshine (2024)
Brady Mason's Perfect Fit (2026)
In the Role of Brie Hutchens... (2020)
How to Become a Planet (2021)
The Science of Being Angry (2022)
Camp Quiltbag (2023) (with A J Sass)
Winnie Nash Is Not Your Sunshine (2024)
Brady Mason's Perfect Fit (2026)
Anthologies edited
Picture Books show
Non fiction show
Nicole Melleby recommends

Something Like Possible (2023)
Miel Moreland
"Moreland's novel is a powerful, much needed story for queer girls, told through a spreadsheet-loving, politically involved character's experience. An important book to have on any shelf; I would trust Madison to run my campaign (and my life) any day."

Sir Callie and the Champions of Helston (2022)
(Sir Callie, book 1)
Esme Symes-Smith
"A groundbreaking, magical story about fighting for who you are, Symes-Smith's debut paves the way for nonbinary characters to shine in their own adventures. Callie is a character every middle grade reader deserves to have on their shelves."

The Best Liars in Riverview (2022)
Lin Thompson
"The Best Liars in Riverview is a lyrically told tale about friendship, found family, belonging and hope. Thompson has crafted a gorgeous debut that will fill an important place on LGBTQ+ shelves, and Aubrey is a character that will stay with me for a long time."
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