Tracy Badua

1 universe Last reviewed 2026-11-01

Tracy Badua is a Filipino American author who writes humorous, magical stories for middle grade and young adult readers; her characters tend to stay hopeful even in difficult settings. She began with picture books before moving to middle grade, and her stories draw on the folklore and superstitions she grew up with and on the wartime experiences of her own elders. Outside writing, she works as an attorney in national housing policy and programs. She lives in San Diego, California, with her husband, child and Maltese dog. Her books include Freddie vs. the Family Curse, Thea and the Mischief Makers, The Takeout, Ghoul Summer, and the young adult novel This Is Not a Personal Statement.

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Books

• Freddie vs. the Family Curse (2022) · Freddie vs. the Family Curse Core Canon

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• Total Core Canon books across all universes: 1 book
• Award recognitions across all universes: 1 (1 won)

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