Meet Samantha Russell, an Arizona-based author whose stories sparkle with humor, heart, and the beautiful mess of everyday life. Living with her husband, three spirited children, and their beloved dog Rook the Vizsla, Samantha embraces both the quiet comforts of home and the wild unpredictability of parenthood.
Ironically, writing a book was never part of her plan. She even chose her college major based on the least amount of writing possible. But love—and a global pandemic—had other ideas. After becoming an English major, a mom to three (including twins!), and wife to a medical resident, Samantha finally picked up her pen and found her passion.
Her books were born from those chaotic, caffeine-fueled days of parenting—stories filled with warmth, wit, and heart that helped her find joy in the madness. Through her writing, Samantha hopes to offer readers that same comfort and laughter, reminding them that even in life’s messiest moments, there’s always a reason to smile.
✨ Meet Samantha Russell at the Scottsdale Book Festival, where stories of love, laughter, and life take center stage.