Theresa Maria Villarreal
AUTHOR

Theresa Maria Villarreal

Tap the gear icon above to manage new release emails.
Meet Theresa Maria Villarreal, author of the Adventures in Oculus series and Co-Founder, Co-Host, and Producer of The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast. Theresa writes middle grade fantasy grounded in adventure, imagination, and Christian values. Her stories are inspired by timeless fantasy literature and her belief in the power of faith to guide young readers through courage, curiosity, and truth. Theresa holds a Marketing and Sales degree from the University of Houston’s Bauer School of Business. She blends her business background with a natural gift for storytelling, using her experience as a self-published author to encourage others to pursue their creative calling with confidence and purpose. As a dedicated reviewer, Theresa shares children’s book and middle grade reviews on Instagram, YouTube, and her podcast platforms. Her work helps parents, teachers, librarians, and young readers discover meaningful stories that uplift, inspire, and spark imagination. Through The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast, she and her co-host Jackie Garcia-Morales interview authors, illustrators, and publishing professionals, providing valuable insight into children’s literature and the creative process. A homeschooling mother of two, Theresa finds joy in faith, family, writing, baking, and gardening. Her mission is to craft stories that nurture wonder while supporting the next generation of storytellers, readers, and creators. Explore Theresa’s books and creative work through her author site. Begin a journey of imagination and adventure with the Adventures in Oculus series.
Read more Read less

The Best Fiction Podcasts for Listeners Who Love a Good Story

You can’t beat a good story. Luckily, humans are great at storytelling, and the best fiction podcasts are all the proof that the modern listener requires. Get the popcorn ready; it’s storytime.

Featured Article: The Best Fiction Podcasts for Listeners Who Love a Good Story

Best Sellers

Product list
  • The Spider Witch's Curse cover art
    Preview

    $19.19 or free with 30-day trial

    Try Standard free