Elly Swartz grew up in Yardley, Pennsylvania. She studied psychology at Boston University and received her law degree from Georgetown University Law Center. Elly lives in Massachusetts and is happily married with two grown sons, a beagle named Lucy, and a pup named Baxter Bean.
Finding Perfect, called "a clear, moving portrayal of obsessive-compulsive disorder" by
Publishers Weekly, was her debut novel. She is also the author of
Smart Cookie and
Give and Take.
Praise for
Dear Student:
"Tweens won’t be able to put down this heartfelt story with a fresh plot, vibrant characters, and even a recipe for whoopie pies."—
Parents magazine
"A heartfelt story about finding the courage to stand up for your beliefs even when you’d rather remain invisible."—
Kirkus Review
"A heartfelt, authentic book about friendship, courage, and honesty. It’s about finding – and more importantly,
owning – your own voice.”—LYNDA MULLALY HUNT,
New York Times bestselling author of
Fish in a Tree
“A story that shines with honesty and heart.”—PADMA VENKATRAMAN, Walter Award–winning author of
The Bridge “
Dear Student will resonate with readers who know that
feelings and
friendships can be complicated, and they will root for Autumn as she searches for her true superpower.”—DIANE DEBROVNER, deputy editor of
Parents magazine
