Meet Laura

Laura spends her weekdays in the Westminster bubble promoting Parliament and enjoys seaside life on weekends while managing her children’s social lives. Amidst princess parties and soft play, she curls up with a book and countless cups of coffee at her home in Essex.

Her passion for reading led her to write and self-publish her first children’s picture book, I’m Going to Have a Sister, in December 2023, which won the 2023 Wishing Shelf Independent Book Award. Her second book, I’m Going to Have a Brother, was published in April 2024. Both titles have been picked up by a traditional publisher and will be republished in 2025. Laura is dedicated to turning as many kids into bookworms as possible. While she writes during the day, she enjoys thrillers, crime, and mystery at night, alongside historical fiction and fantasy.

As an indie author, Laura understands the challenges of the publishing journey, balancing roles as a writer, marketer, salesperson, and social media expert. She’s committed to supporting fellow authors in achieving their goals, believing that nothing compares to the joy of holding your published book.

Follow her on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook at @Laura_Diebelius_Author!