Meet Lisa Renée Ruggeri

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Lisa's passion for personal growth, creativity, and storytelling allows her to reach a diverse audience, guiding readers on their own journeys of discovery and empowerment. Whether writing for young minds or adults, Lisa’s words resonate deeply, making her books treasured resources for transformation and inspiration. 

Lisa's passion during her time as a primary school teacher has always been about engaging children with reading and writing through fun and imaginative ways. She believes there is a writer in us all! After working in school settings for over 20 years, Lisa decided to make a move from being in the classroom to focusing on writing full-time, with the hope of making a positive and meaningful impact on children's well-being through her books and visits. 

Lisa's debut children's book, The Magic in You, was released on the 16th November 2023. It is a book close to Lisa's heart as it was inspired by her grandmother, who was also an author. It is a rhyming, self-help book aimed at children aged 0-6 years old, but has a timeless message that may resonate with us all! The Magic in You is an inspiring and thought-provoking book, with a focus on self-belief around one's hopes, goals and dreams. The beautiful illustrations by Sara Santek encapsulates the magic, helping to strengthen the book's message in a vivid and striking way- engaging the reader and encouraging imagination and visualisation at its core. 

Lisa's aim for her books is to support children with their mental health and self-esteem by promoting positive messages of strength, perseverance and love. During her time in the classroom, Lisa felt that there needed to be a greater emphasis on children's well-being by promoting more of a growth mindset; teaching pupils how to manage and regulate their feelings and emotions. She realised that children needed to be explicitly taught how to streamline their thoughts in a more positive and productive way- through good quality texts and well planned lessons. Mindfulness and Yoga is also another area which she feels is under utilised in the classroom. Young children need to know that the quality of their thoughts often determines their success and happiness in the future. 

Lisa is currently working on a couple of new books. Her second book, which was released on World Book Day in March 2024, is called 'Flick, the Rainbow Flamingo'. It is about a little flamingo who realised she didn't want to be like the other flamingos, so she found the courage within to do what she felt was true to herself. On June 27th 2024, Lisa released another beautifully illustrated book by Jaden- Holly Adams, about a lost lion with a huge ego- check out 'Lionel, the Lost Lion'. 

Lisa has also released a book for 8-13 year olds called 'The Genie in Me'. Through captivating stories, practical suggestions, and simple yet powerful lessons, this book teaches kids how to cultivate a positive mindset, manage life's ups and downs, and understand that the world reflects the energy they put out. It’s designed to help them build resilience, nurture self-esteem, and develop the skills they need to thrive in any situation (have a sneak peek inside in the Gallery photos section). 

Lisa has also written a Christmas chapter book called the 'The Lost Letters of Christmas'. A perfect book to get children, aged 7-11 years, in to the spirit of Christmas. Look out for the next book in the series, coming September/October 2025! 

If you are looking for a teen romance book (clean and wholesome), Lisa has just released 'Losing Him'. Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York in 1995, the story follows 15-year-old Angela Hastings, a young woman caught between the expectations of her wealthy family and the longing for something real. As Angela navigates a whirlwind romance with Jay, a boy from the local town, she soon stumbles upon dark family secrets that threaten to shatter her world. But this isn’t just Angela's story. Flashing back to 1965, we meet her mother, Isabella Verona, a young Sicilian immigrant chasing the American dream. In her journey for success, Isabella makes choices that will ripple through generations, pulling Angela into a web of deceit, betrayal, and unfinished business. Look out for the sequel, 'Finding Him' coming out in 2025!

Keep updated on her new releases on her website or through her Instagram page- @lisareneeruggeri. If you would like to find out more about the stunning illustrations in The Magic in You and Lionel the Lost Lion, please contact Sara Santek or Jaden-Holly Adams through their Instagram pages: @sarasantekart or @jaden_adams.illustration.

Lisa is also a certified mindset coach. She has just released a book for grown ups called 'The Power of You'.  The Power of You is your guide to overcoming limiting beliefs, conquering anxiety, and stepping into the life you’ve always dreamed of. This transformative book blends ancient wisdom with modern science, offering practical strategies rooted in Neville Goddard’s Law of Assumption and the cutting-edge principles of quantum physics. Discover how your thoughts and beliefs are not just reflections of your reality but powerful forces that create it. Learn how the observer effect and the energy of your focus directly shape the world around you. Whether you’re striving for success, seeking deeper connections, or craving inner peace, The Power of You provides the tools you need to master your mindset and manifest the life you desire.  Please have a look at her Instagram page for adults- @self.healthcoaching- where you will find inspirational and thought provoking quotes.