Maria Rivera

Maria Rivera is a contemporary fiction author inspired by her faith and the vibrant memories of her years in Washington Heights, New York. Known for crafting authentic, emotionally rich stories about relationships and family resilience, she visits every setting featured in her novels to capture each location’s true spirit.

Born in Glendale, California to a Cuban family, Rivera draws on her heritage and the influence of authors like Francine Rivers, Janet W. Ferguson and Karen Kingsbury. In addition to writing, she produces original commercials for her books, blending her love of storytelling with her background in media arts.

A high school English and film teacher for more than thirty years, she is passionate about guiding young creatives. Rivera has been married for thirty years, is the mother of three adult children, and a grandmother of two.