Erica M.

About Erica M.

I\'m a creative, passionate, strategic thinker who loves to learn. I have experience with digital content management and strategy, digital/social marketing, graphic design, copywriting, creative writing and editing; my skillset is varied and expansive. I think communication, self awareness, transparency, and an innovative growth mindset are all keys to efficient problem-solving and having a fulfilling career. I\'m a deep thinker who often explores what it means to be human and why we\'re here on this blue orb floating through space. We all deserve to be seen, heard, and to live our truth. kids lives>guns. Black Lives Matter. I have a Bachelor of Science in Journalism/Advertising from Central Michigan University. I am also a traditionally published author of young adult fiction.

Experience

1. Author

   Simon & Schuster

   Jul 2019 — Present

   Teach Me to Forget is out now! Teach Me to Forget is the story of Ellery, a girl who learns how to live while waiting for the date she chose to die. She shows us what the impact of one person can make on another and the chain of events that dictate your paths in life. WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING: “In this stunningly brave and necessary debut, Erica M. Chapman takes us on a journey to the edge and back—exploring grief, depression, and suicide with candor, insight, and above all, hope.” – Amber Smith, New York Times bestselling author of The Way I Used to Be “A beautifully crafted, dark, and heartbreaking look at depression and suicide. Ellery’s story is needed and necessary; Chapman is a writer to watch.” – Kathleen Glasgow, New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces “Ellery’s voice is engaging and authentic, and her edgy black humor comes into play…. Sadness gives way to redemption and an unforced hope in this thoughtful read.” –Kirkus Reviews “Chapman has crafted a hauntingly beautiful story with richly developed characters. A moving tale to recommend, especially to readers who loved Jennifer Niven’s All the Bright Places.” —School Library Journal \"A gorgeous ode to the hopeless.\"-Teen Vogue “A must-read novel from debut author Erica M. Chapman that will have readers cherishing the lives of the people they love just a little bit more.” – Teenreads “Writing about suicide and mental health isn’t easy, but Erica M. Chapman’s debut embraces the challenge.” —Paste Magazine “Chapman has brilliantly written from a perspective of authenticity that produces a genuinely wrenching story. Ellery is heartbreakingly realistic, and readers will find themselves lost in her turmoil. Fans of Laurie Halse Anderson and Jennifer Brown will clamor for this debut novel from an author whose dark and emotional story will resonate with teen readers.” —VOYA Magazine “Thoughtful, tough, and darkly funny novel.” –Bustle.com

Education

• Rutgers Business School

  Mini-MBA, Social Media Marketing

  2013 — 2013

• Central Michigan University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism, Advertising

  2005