Meredith Newman

Meredith Newman is a children’s book author. She writes books with lovable, whimsical characters that incorporate beautiful, detailed illustrations to delight young and old audiences alike.

Meredith graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Penn State University with a Bachelor's degree in English, and she completed a Master's degree in Elementary Education from the University of Pennsylvania. She taught early elementary school before starting her own family.

Meredith married her high school sweetheart, and they have two children and two dogs, Ralphie and Stuie. They are the inspiration behind many of her stories. Meredith lives in Villanova, Pennsylvania and she spends time in her favorite places: Jupiter, Florida and Stone Harbor, New Jersey.

Meredith Newman is the author of The Lost Umbrellas of Lexington, Bakery Babies, and The Captain & His Crew.