Agent: Claire Morance

Julissa Mora is Cuban American, born and raised in Miami. Although she does not live there anymore, she loves going back to visit family and eat lots of Cuban food. She studied illustration at Ringling College of Art and Design. It was her Abuelito, Virgilio, that first introduced her to illustration. During their Sunday get-togethers he would share his childhood stories and then draw them on a napkin. It was like magic! She knew then that she wanted to be an artist. Lately, storytelling has turned into a newfound passion. She aspires to weave her childhood memories with the experiences she’s creating with her daughter, and craft them into stories she can share with the world. She currently resides in Austin, Texas with her spunky daughter, sweet dog, and supportive husband.