Born and raised in Minnesota, Laura James worked in the production and recording departments at the Twin Cities Public Television Station. After being tasked with creating, writing, and editing a variety of projects, her interest in writing increased. She changed her goal and focused on writing whenever she wasn’t working or in school and eventually fulfilled her dream of becoming an author.     

 

The Addison books are lighthearted tales that marry entertainment with education and are often called “handy learning tools.” Her stories provide a user-friendly format allowing young readers easy access to word definitions, which empowers young readers and lets them continue reading without timely disruptions.

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She enjoys spending time with her family, loves the ocean, time at the beach, and discovering sights unseen. Her passion for writing keeps her busy as she introduces her amusing stories to a larger audience, bringing her to book signings, and festivals.