about the author
Meet Sue Camaione: A Woman of Courage, Creativity, and Advocacy
Sue Camaione is more than a writer; she is a storyteller, mentor, and advocate for resilience and self-discovery. Drawing from her experiences as a reporter, healthcare research writer, and biologist, Sue brings a unique perspective to her writing. Her memoir, The Practical Seductress, is a celebration of her journey, blending wit, wisdom, and raw honesty.
A Snapshot of Sue’s Journey:
- Award-Winning Storyteller: Two chapters of her memoir were performed at Story Fest Short Slam competitions in Washington, DC, winning second place and captivating audiences with her vivid storytelling.
- Literacy Advocate: Sue is passionate about education and serves as a literacy mentor, inspiring students in Maryland to discover the power of words.
- A Creative Spirit: When she’s not writing, Sue enjoys dancing
and playing drums to hardcore rock and roll, embracing life’s
rhythm with enthusiasm.
Through her work, Sue invites readers to reflect on their own journeys, challenge societal norms, and celebrate the beauty of living authentically.
Sue Camaione has spent most of her professional life working as an education reporter, publications manager, and proposal writer focused on health research. Two of the chapters from The Practical Seductress were originally presented to Washington DC–area audiences at the Story Fest Short Slam storytelling contest, in which she won second place. Sue is a member of The Writers Center in Bethesda, Maryland, where she resides. In addition to performing in area storytelling competitions, she is penning the second book of her trilogy of memoirs and learning to play drums. She is also a literacy mentor to area students, hoping to foster a new generation of writers. Sue’s sharp-tongued suffragette grandmother was her inspiration for writing The Practical Seductress.
