Laura Novello

Laura Novello is an Italian writer of books for children and young people, creating stories and fairy tales that use imagination to connect with young readers and communicate meaningful ideas. Her work ranges from illustrated books and bedtime stories to novels for older children and teenagers. Recurring themes include nature, self-acceptance, mystery, magic, and the relationship between people and the natural world. Featured titles include Dialoghi con l’albero, Gioia e il velo di Iside, La strega V, and Deep Learning, an anthology of seven stories about artificial intelligence by seven authors.

Through her website, Novello shares written stories, audio readings, video read-alouds, and bedtime tales, including adventures featuring the Streghetta dai Capelli Crespi in the magical world of Ziwibù. She also offers workshops and takes part in literary events. A member of the Italian Children Writers Association since 2013, Novello draws on her long-standing interest in storytelling, childhood, and nature. Her work invites children and teenagers to explore imaginative worlds while reflecting on themselves and the world around them.