Nicole Sarrocco, is the author of the Occasionally True series of novels. She also authored the fiercely funny poetry collection Karate Bride, published by Arundel Press. She was raised on a tobacco farm on the Wake-Johnston County line, and has a PhD in English. She never has pretended to be normal, but claims that good manners are in her regional DNA.

For a deep dive into Nicole's rich literary relationships with land, family, ghosts, and history, listen to her rap session with NPR's Frank Stasio. To hear Nicole’s poetry, watch her read alongside her brother and fellow poet, Vinnie Sarrocco.