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Stacy Wells
P.O. Box 55
Colleyville, TX 76034
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Laurel Symonds
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Stacy Wells is a tribally enrolled member of the Choctaw Nation, youth librarian, and an author of books for kids and teens. She is passionate about meeting kids where they are and is drawn to tell stories that center community and family, with an emphasis on self-discovery and the power of finding your voice. STRONGER THAN, her debut picture book, is co-authored with Nikki Grimes and illustrated by E.B. Lewis, (Heartdrum, 2026). She is the author of the TANA COOKS early chapter book series (Captstone/Picture Window Books). When not reading or writing (or recommending books) Stacy lives life to the fullest in Texas with her family, which includes a red dog named Blu and two very adorable but very mischievous ferrets.
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Books by Stacy Wells
Picture Books
Stronger Than
January 27, 2026
ISBN: 978-0063264755
Heartdrum
This book follows a Black Choctaw boy who struggles with nightmares, but finds strength in the example and history of his ancestors.
Chapter Books
Tana Cooks with Care
August 1, 2024
ISBN: 978-1484695678
Picture Window Books
As Tana looks for ways to help her friend, she cooks to show that she cares.
Tana Cooks for Special Veterans Day
August 1, 2024
ISBN: 978-1484695401
Picture Window Books
Tana is looking forward to hosting her great Uncle Charles at her school’s Veterans Day celebration.
Tana Cooks a Valentine Surprise
August 1, 2024
ISBN: 978-1484695562
Picture Window Books
Tana’s class is having a party for Valentine’s Day! Tana doesn’t know what to give out as a Valentine. What kind of surprise will Tana cook up?
Tana Cooks to Say Thanks
August 1, 2024
ISBN: 978-1484695487
Picture Window Books
After a happy day of handing out thank-you treats to the teachers at school, Tana realizes she’s made a mistake.
Tana Cooks to Beat a Bad Day
August 1, 2025
ISBN: 979-8875212321
Picture Window Books
Ruined oatmeal, an unexpected rainstorm, forgotten lunch . . . Tana’s day is going terribly. Can finding the good in even bad days lead Tana back to her happy self?
Tana Cooks to Face Her Fear
August 1, 2025
ISBN: 979-8875212253
Picture Window Books
When Tana hears that there is a big dog running loose in her school, she freezes. Is there a way for Tana to cure her fear of dogs?
Tana Cooks for Field Day Fun
January 1, 2026
ISBN: 979-8875239618
Picture Window Books
Tana practices for the egg-and-spoon race as she and her class prepare for a fun field day.
Tana Cooks a Show-and-Tell Brainstorm
January 1, 2026
ISBN: 979-8875239540
Picture Window Books
Tana has a hard time deciding on the perfect show-and-tell item for school.
Anthologies
Stories by Choctaw Women
September 1, 2022
ISBN: 978-1734620481
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
“Labor Day Love” by Stacy Wells is a short story about a sweet romance that blooms at the Tvshka Homma Capitol grounds during the Choctaw Nation Labor Day Festival.
Spinning Toward the Sun
February 25, 2025
ISBN: 978-1961853072
Burlwood Books
“The Five-Minute Talk” by Stacy Wells is about saying yes to yourself, honoring your journey and those that walked you there, and being courageous enough to share it with the world.
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Picture Books
Chapter Books
Anthologies
Articles & Interviews
Publisher Weekly Article – Widening the Circle: Native Authors Center Community
October 9, 2025
Cynsations Author Interview: Stacy Wells Weaves Tradition into Chapter Book Series
October 18, 2024
Reviews & Testimonials
For Stronger Than
– Booklist, starred review
– Publishers Weekly
– The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
For Spinning Toward The Sun
– Diana Ma, Faculty in English and Humanities, North Seattle College