Sharon Varney

Sharon Varney is the author of the enchanting children’s book Oh Little One, Who Will You Be?, a celebrated debut that has earned multiple national and international awards. She is deeply honored to be named an Author of the Year Finalist for the International Impact Book Awards, and thrilled that her debut was also a Finalist in the prestigious 20th Annual National Indie Excellence Awards.

A New York native, Sharon lives with her husband. Her writing journey grew from cherished memories of reading with her own children and the bookstore trips that highlighted their days. Today, that same passion extends to her grandchildren, inspiring her to write stories that spark big imaginations, celebrate intergenerational bonds, and invite families into a world of wonder and discovery.

Awards

> National Indie Excellence Awards - 2026 20th Annual NIEA Finalist for Childrens-Fiction (Ages 3-8)

> International Impact Book Awards - 2026 Author of the Year Finalist (Oct 2026 announcement), Children’s Inspirational/Motivational, Empowering Message Picture Book 2025

> Outstanding Creator Awards Clash of the Champions (Fall/Winter 2025) - Top 25 Children's Book, Best Children’s Book, Motivational/Inspirational, and Best Characters

> Outstanding Creator Awards (Spring 2025)- Best Children’s Book, Motivational/Inspirational, and Best Characters

> International Impact Book Awards (April 2025) - Children's Inspirational/Motivational & Empowering Messages

> The BookFest Award (April 2025) - Fiction: Children's Picture Book