Author Erika M Szabo

I'm a storyteller

"As an artist, I paint pretty pictures with my brushes. As a writer, I paint vivid pictures in your mind with words."
~Erika M Szabo

Why do I write? Because I dance to my own tunes and follow my dreams.
When everyone said, "You're so smart and compassionate, you should be a doctor."
I said, "I'd rather be an excellent nurse than an average doctor."
When everyone said, "Don't waste your time writing. Stick to what you know best."
I didn't quit because my grandma always said, "You're a great storyteller! The stories you come up with explaining why you shouldn't do the things you don't want to do, are amazing!
I always wanted to create magical worlds, great characters, and many stories for every age group to enjoy. So, on a dreary day, I became a writer.

I'm a writer

I've always been a voracious reader, my dad introduced me to endless books from an early age. As a child, I let my imagination run wild, earning praise from my grandmother for the fantastical stories I concocted to escape chores.

But when asked why I chose to become a writer while having a successful nursing career, I had only one answer: it was my daughter who challenged me on a dreary day when there were no new books to read. “Mom, stop whining!” my daughter demanded, “If you haven't got a book to read, then write one!”
Those words shocked me but planted a seed in my mind that would not cease growing. Taking up the challenge, I began writing stories that myself would want to read; a passion that has continued until this very day.

Join me on this literary journey, where magical worlds come to life. Explore my captivating novels and delightful children's books, each carefully designed to inspire imagination and foster personal growth. Start reading today and experience the transformative power of storytelling.

As a prolific fiction writer, my stories based on creative imagination with themes such as magical realism, alternate history, epic fantasy, cozy mystery, sweet romance, historical suspense, and supernatural stories.

My children’s stories are informative, educational, and deliver moral values in a non-preachy way, and my collection covers topics such as acceptance, friendship, family, and important moral values, including disabilities, bullying, and non-judgmental attitudes. With a focus on fun and bilingual content, my books aim to entertain, educate, and inspire young readers.
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Fiction novels

HISTORICAL FANTASY SERIES: After being thrust into a world of clan mysteries, obscure traditions, and beliefs, Ilona’s life is drastically changing.

HISTORICAL FANTASY SERIES: She must ensure the birth of the Chosen Child in the 4th century in order to save the future of the Hunor Clan.

HISTORICAL FANTASY: An ancient curse cast by a powerful witch sixteen-hundred years ago destroys families in every generation for centuries.

DYSTOPIAN LOVE STORY: Caleb lost his soulmate, Valerie. Could it be possible to find her in a parallel universe?

HISTORICAL FICTION: To escape her gloomy future, she sails to the New World with hopes for a better life. What will her future hold? Will she find happiness?

SWEET ROMANCE: Cruel fate allowed them a short happiness and tore them apart. Will they meet again?

SUPERNATURAL FANTASY: A love potion made with haste out of jealousy puts Dorian into a comalike state and only a rare orchid could save his life.

PARANORMAL FICTION: By reading the hieroglyphs, Layla breaks the ancient curse and frees the ghosts of Prince Akhmose.

This compilation of short stories delves into the absurdities of life, the warmth of joyous occasions, and the shadows cast by difficult times.

SUPERNATURAL FANTASY: When her Raven spirit guide warns her, she knows her life is in danger. Who wants her dead and why?

COZY MYSTERY: Her life spins out of control when a snobbish woman brings a worthless painting into her antique shop.

UNCONVENTIONAL FAMILY: People are not perfect. We can be happy life or create a chaotic life. It all depends on the choices we make.

7 NOVELETTES: A story for every day of the week. Magic, mystery, ancient ghost, fate, soulmates, love conquers, deceit, omen.

JOURNAL: When observation and imagination fill the gaps that science can't explain. Most of the perceived omens remain unexplainable myths, but others… you decide.

Kidnapping, sins of the past, love, jealousy, entrapment, tragedy, revenge, betrayal, secrets of a serial killer. The icy fingers of the unsettled past seem to follow bitter rivals from childhood.

This miraculous treatment may have come at a cost that she wasn't prepared to pay.

Anthologies

Intriguing, bone-chilling, heartwarming, and thought-provoking short stories by various genre authors.

Intriguing, heartwarming, and thought-provoking speculative fiction stories by various genre authors.

Stories to push the boundaries, challenge your perception, and question reason, logic, and beliefs.

From readers

"Even when I think I know where the story is heading, it doesn't, and I love that! It's nice to read something unique instead of the same stories woven with different characters." Faye Carey

"With an eloquent and lyrical prose, Szabo's narrative artistry unfolds effortlessly, inviting readers to revel in a world of vibrant colors, vivid imagery, and unforgettable characters." reviewer folio_crit

"Ms. Szabo’s writing style is easy to read and flows smoothly. She keeps you mesmerized with colorful words, paragraphs, and characters." Roy Murry

"As a bilingual teacher, I am excited about sharing this book with my students and think it would make a wonderful addition to all school libraries. 5 stars for Pico the Bilingual Parrot!" Janet Balletta

Children's books

In 3 languages

BILINGUAL STORYBOOK 4-12: Pico speaks Spanish and nobody understands him. His story teaches children acceptance, compassion, and helping others.

STORYBOOK 5-10: Terry finds out why she can talk to animals and why the good witch enchanted her music box so long ago.

STORYBOOK 4-10: A little girl teaches her family and her friends how to communicate with someone who is hearing impaired.

Picture book for children 2-7: Hophop, the little bunny is sad because he can't read his book. Ollie, the wise owl, shows him the alphabet and teaches him to read the fun and easy way.

STORYBOOK 4-10: Bianca and Daniel stand up to brute bullies and when they see a woman trying to drown kittens in the river, they save them

Bilingual STORYBOOK 4-10: Delivers moral lessons through magic and fun. The story teaches children the importance of art, imagination, and creativity, and if they use their wits, they can solve any problem.

STORYBOOK 4-10: Lucky, the sweet-natured little monkey was bullied by the animals who didn't take time to get to know her.

THREE books in one for children 4-10: A Basketful of Kittens, Pico the Pesky Parrot, and Look I Can Talk With My Fingers.

STORYBOOK 4-10: Delivers moral lessons through magic and fun. The story teaches children the importance of art, imagination, and creativity, and if they use their wits, they can solve any problem.

PICTURE BOOK 2-6: Penny always wants to do what her big brother does. She imitates his every move and constantly tweets, “Me, too.”

PICTURE BOOK 2-6: When Terry wakes up in the morning, she tells her mother that the fairy showed her the numbers in her dream.

FANTASY ADVENTURE 6-14: Golden Book Award Winner, spooky and funny heroic fantasy adventure series for middle-grade children and young adults.

Spanish and Hungarian fiction

FANTASY: Después de ser arrojada a un mundo de misterios de clanes, tradiciones y creencias oscuras, la vida de Ilona está cambiando drásticamente.

FANTASY: Ella debe asegurar el nacimiento del Niño Elegido en el siglo IV para salvar el futuro del Clan Hunor.

SWEET ROMANCE: El destino cruel les permitió una breve felicidad y los destrozó. ¿Se volverán a encontrar?

SUPERNATURAL THRILLER: Cuando su guía espiritual Cuervo le advierte, ella sabe que su vida está en peligro. ¿Quién la quiere muerta y por qué?

FANTASÍA SOBRENATURAL: Una poción de amor hecha con prisa por celos pone a Dorian en un estado de coma y solo una rara orquídea podría salvarle la vida.

SWEET ROMANCE: A kegyetlen sors rövid boldogságot engedett nekik, és szétszakította őket. Találkoznak még egyszer?

Cuentos románticos y sobrenaturales. Magia Misterio Fantasma Destino Amor Engaño Presagio

PARANORMAL FICTION: Leggendo i geroglifici, Layla spezza l'antica maledizione e libera i fantasmi del principe Akhmose.

Amikor az elődök a régmúltban és közelmúltban elkövetett bűneinek árát a sors az utódokkal fizetteti meg. Két család története

Spanish, bilingual, and Hungarian children's books

SPANISH STORYBOOK: Sandra encuentra un sitio web para personas con discapacidad auditiva que explica cómo se comunican las personas sordas.

CUENTOS BILINGÜES 4-12: Pico habla español y nadie lo entiende. Su historia les enseña a los niños la aceptación, la compasión y ayudar a los demás.

LIBRO DE CUENTOS para niños de 4 a 10: Bianca y Daniel se enfrentan a unos matones brutos y cuando ven a una mujer que intenta ahogar gatitos en el río, los salvan

Bilingual storybook for preschoolers and early readers. Libro bilingüe para niños en edad preescolar y primeros lectores.

Libro ilustrado para niños de 2 a 7 años Hophop, el conejito, está triste porque no puede leer su libro. Ollie, el búho sabio, le muestra el abecedario y le enseña a leer de forma fácil y divertida.

Mesekönyv 4-10 éves gyerekeknek: Az erkölcsi leckék mellett varázslaton és szórakozáson keresztül, történet megtanítja a gyerekeknek a művészet, a képzelet és a kreativitás fontosságát, és ha használják az eszüket, bármilyen problémát meg tudnak oldani.