Sidura Ludwig has wanted to be a writer since she could hold a pen. Now she’s an internationally published author of books for children and adults. She is the recipient of the Vine Book Award, Canadian Jewish Literary Award and the Sydney Taylor Honor.  Her books have landed on many Best of/Notable lists, including Kirkus Reviews, American Libraries Association, Bank Street College of Education and the Canadian Children’s Book Centre. Her most recent publications are the picture books OUR SPECTACULAR SUKKAH (Aug 2026) and RISING (May 2024), both illustrated by Sophia Vincent Guy and published by Candlewick Press, as well as her debut middle grade novel SWAN: The Girl Who Grew (Nimbus, 2024). RISING is a PJ Library selection for June 2024 and will be translated into four languages. SWAN is a Junior Library Guild pick for spring 2025.

Sidura has worked as a radio journalist for CBC, a communications specialist in the UK and a copywriter for not-for-profit organizations. She holds a Master of Journalism from Carleton University, as well as a Master of Fine Arts from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. She has taught creative writing workshops, both online and in person, for over 30 years.

Sidura loves leading workshops with young writers, connecting with readers through book club talks and presenting to community groups. Click here to connect with Sidura.

Originally from Winnipeg, MB, Sidura has lived in Toronto, Ottawa and Birmingham, UK. She currently lives in Thornhill, ON with her husband, three children and a geriatric Havanese dog.