Michael CioffiAuthor Bio
Equal parts silly, curious and creative, Michael Cioffi has always loved the art of storytelling.
The author’s interest in writing led him to journalism school and, later,
the world of marketing—where he has helped promote everything from cat food to crop insurance.
the world of marketing—where he has helped promote everything from cat food to crop insurance.
After losing his mom to cancer, the Lorain, Ohio, native was inspired to write his first children’s book. The result is a heartfelt story that gently explores grief and the waves of muddled emotions children experience on the path toward healing.
Michael’s debut picture book, Big, Hairy and Kind of Scary: A Monster-Sized Tale of Loss and Love, reflects his belief that there is no instruction manual for loss—especially for young hearts trying to make sense of it. Through the story’s warmth, imagination and empathy, the author hopes to help grieving children feel seen, understood and less alone.
A lucky husband and proud girl dad, Michael lives in Lorain with his family and their two senior cats. A lifelong fan of ice cream and baseball, he believes the best stories—like the best memories—stay with us forever.
Ideal for kids ages 5 to 105, Big, Hairy and Kind of Scary is available on Amazon.
