Local Resident Is Published Author

37-year-old Andrea Buginsky earned a BA in Journalism from USF and has been freelance writing for several
years. Her first book, "The Chosen," is a young adult fantasy published on December 14, 2010.

Andrea lives with congenital heart disease. Her second book, "My Open Heart", is an autobiography about growing up with heart disease. Recently published as an ebook, it was just released in print.

"Growing up with heart disease can be difficult, but it does not always have to alteryour life course. MY OPEN HEART is written for young adults growing up with heart disease. It's meant to inspire them to chase their dreams, to show that
they are not alone and, perhaps, to help guide them through the maze of life with heart disease. Parents of children with heart disease and other chronic
illnesses will find support and inspiration within this true story. We are not alone."

Her third book, the second in "The Chosen" series, is in the editing process with her publisher.  Andi is currently working on the next book in this series. Andi’s books are available on Amazon and Solstice Publishing in print or ebook format.