Marissa Macy
Author of contemporary middle-grade, improviser & filmmaker
About Marissa
Marissa Macy is the author of Spells to Mend Broken Hearts (Scholastic, 2026). She is passionate about queer representation in children’s media and writing in the middle-grade/YA crossover space. In addition to her writing, Marissa has over a decade of experience as an indie filmmaker and improviser. So whether it’s on the page, in her films, or on stage, she’s all about creating complex characters and making people of all ages laugh. When she’s not working on her next project, Marissa is playing pretend with her long-time nanny kid or recommending movies at We Luv Video, a non-profit video rental store where she helps manage day to day operations.
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Visit formats
What a visit includes
Various visit types (which can be adjusted per age group) including: a presentation covering storytelling in various mediums, leaning on Marissa's filmmaking experience; improv-inspired workshops that help students work through failures and challenges; hands-on goal-setting using the creative process as a means of discussion; and a keynote about unleashing creativity. All presentations/workshops are 45-60 minutes including Q&A.
Fees vary by format, travel, and your school's needs. Reach out directly for a quote and open dates.
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